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The Martin Lions was one of many organizations that helped to stock Allegan County pantries with peanut butter last year.

Allegan County Community Foundation ‘spreading the love’ with ninth annual peanut butter drive

Protein is an essential nutrient that is sometimes hard to come by at food pantries. The Allegan County Community Foundation's annual peanut butter drive managed to secure thousands of jars of the staple. Kicking off this Friday with a Milk and Cookies event, will the nonprofit be able to top last year?

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Herrick District Library’s next Maker-in-Residence will be civic engagement artist Sara Alsum-Wassenaar.
New maker creating geodomes at Herrick District Library

Herrick District Library's next Maker-in-Residence Sara Alsum-Wassenaar, who considers herself a “hacker-designer” as well as an artist, will be crafting a 3D model of a joint for geodesic domes that will be available for anyone to 3D print at the library.

“A Holiday I Do” is a Michigan-made holiday movie showcasing familiar destinations and small businesses in Grand Rapids, Saugatuck, and Metro Detroit.
Michigan-made holiday movie highlights LGBTQ+ friendly communities, universal message of love

“A Holiday I Do” is a Michigan-made holiday movie showcasing familiar destinations and small businesses in Grand Rapids, Saugatuck, and Metro Detroit. The movie puts a unique, inclusive LGBTQ+ spin on the traditional Hallmark-style holiday love story.

Gregory Hall reaquired his beloved Virture Cider and is returning the brand to its independent roots.
Virtue Cider’s next chapter: Gregory Hall brings the brand back to Allegan County roots

Virtue Cider founder Gregory Hall reacquired the Fennville brand, blending old-world techniques with local heritage to craft sustainable, creative ciders.

Autism can be a very isolating. AAoM shares and hosts events that are relevant to the autism community.
Welcome Kit helps Michiganders navigate autism resources and support

AAoM Welcome Kits provide a broad yet concise overview of AAoM’s roster of services. Available in two versions — one for families raising autistic children and autistic adults and another for professionals serving the autistic clients — Welcome Kits extend a warm handshake that welcomes them to AAoM’s services.

Hillside Learning Center in Allegan is being honored for implementing a curriculum that helps students with severe physical disabilities increase mobility and independence.
MOVE curriculum is giving students with disabilities more mobility

Hillside Learning Center in Allegan is being honored for implementing a curriculum that helps students with severe physical disabilities increase mobility and independence.   

Sarah Lewakowski is the executive director of Mosaic Counseling.
Grant bolsters mental health services for youth in Ottawa and Kent counties

Mosaic Counseling expands youth mental health services with $250,000 GHACF grant, part of $745,000 in community impact awards from GHACF.

K. Jones and The Benzie Playboys are among the performers this year at Winter Wheat, taking place at The Intersection in Grand Rapids, Saturday, Jan. 11
Grand Rapids’ Winter Wheat Festival celebrates Michigan’s musical heritage

The Winter Wheat Festival, in Grand Rapids on Jan. 11, brings Michigan’s rich music traditions to life with live performances, dancing, and community connection.  

Rollon Corp. to invest $16 million in Norton Shores facility, creating 43 jobs and showcasing Muskegon County's skilled workforce.
Skilled workforce draws Rollon Corp. to Norton Shores for $16M manufacturing facility

Rollon Corp. to invest $16 million in Norton Shores facility, creating 43 jobs and showcasing Muskegon County's skilled workforce.

Housing stress is likely adding to the mental health toll many in Ottawa County are feeling, according to the 2024 Healthy Ottawa Plan.
Housing joins list of health concerns in Ottawa County

By addressing housing, it is very likely providers would be addressing mental health as well and vice versa. Social determinants such as strain, lifestyle, and housing often direct health outcomes. Mental health remains a top health challenge along with access to care, according to the newly released 2024 Healthy Ottawa Plan.

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