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“Grateful for what I can do today”: Teen athlete shares story

In her Shore Story, Muskegon teen athlete Grace Offman writes about living with a rare disease, saying it taught her to be “grateful for what I can do today.”

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Health center trains local residents as dental assistants to fill workforce gaps

HealthLinc, a federally qualified health center covers training costs while preparing local residents for dental assistant jobs, strengthening workforce pipelines and expanding access to care.

Community foundation awards $551K in grants across Northwest Ottawa County

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation awards $551,000 in grants, including $250,000 to redevelop Spring Lake’s North Bank Park.

Bubble Krave: Where innovation meets hospitality in Muskegon

Muskegon resident Gina Lorentz-Laubach is sharing a new favorite place in her community, and why she thinks it's making a difference.

Christina Fecher
Muskegon author’s longtime dream comes true with published children’s book

After a decade of determination, Christina Fecher celebrates her debut children’s book, Santa’s Summer Vacation in Michigan, and inspires others to pursue long-held creative dreams.

Historic Zeeland Record building earns national recognition as Midwest Construction headquarters

Midwest Construction Group restores historic Zeeland Record building, securing national designation while demonstrating how preservation strengthens communities and modern business use.

March things to do: St. Patrick’s Day events, youth concerts and art, and tapping sugar maple trees

In addition to usual suspects — music, movies, art, history, and crafts — don’t miss the business expo, home show, garden classes, blood drive, StoryWalk, egg hunts, and more in this month’s calendar.

Leadership tool helps nonprofit, church leaders strengthen teams and collaboration

New Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance director Kory Plockmeyer shares how a leadership tool, guided by consultant Mari Martin, helps nonprofit and church leaders understand teams, reduce friction, and lead more effectively.

A volunteer stocks the food club at Community Action House in Holland, Mich.
New campaign seeks to reduce Michigan businesses’ food waste by doubling food donations

Community Action House in Holland is among the partners participating in a new initiative led by the nonprofit Michigan Sustainable Business Forum that aims to double the amount of food Michigan businesses donate to food banks and food rescue organizations.

“You keep going”: Disability and first-generation support help nontraditional student navigate college

Kathleen Camp returned to Ferris State University at 39, using support for first-generation students and services from Disability Network West Michigan to overcome barriers.

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