General

Category description goes here…

Kids can take a free Hawaiian dance lesson as part of Music Moves Us

As part of Music Moves Us, the West Michigan Asian American Association is offering a free Polynesian dance lesson and story on Wednesday, Aug. 7, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Holland Farmers Market. Community Action House will teach children how to build their own tropical fruit salad.

Latest in General
Holland-area man swims across Lake Erie to raise money for swim lesson scholarships

Dr. Bryan Huffman, a Holland-area ophthalmologist, swam across Lake Erie on June 28 as part of a years-long effort to raise scholarship funds for Holland Aquatic Center’s swimming instruction program.

Devin DuMond KCAD, Assistant Professor, Digital Art & Design | Illustration Program
Holland-based educator and artist Devin DuMond paints path for public art

Devin DuMond's dual roles as an artist and KCAD educator underscore their commitment to nurturing talent while leaving a lasting impact on the community through public art.

How Hunt 2 Heal provides free, accessible opportunity to spend time outdoors

Carson Nyenhuis started Hunt 2 Heal to provide an accessible outdoor experience for others after being outdoors helped him recover from a motorcycle accident that left him paralyzed from the chest down.

Muskegon adventure park showcases accessible recreation

Muskegon Luge and Adventure Sports Park, located in Muskegon State Park, offers accessible recreation activities such as zip lining, archery, luge, rock climbing, and more.

Local food trucks will be at multiple Fiesta events througout the festival week.
Fiesta celebrates 60 years with expanded festival

LAUP's Fiesta is more than just a party. Celebrating 60 years, this year's festival has been expanded to a week-long event (July 15-21) with documentaries, discussions, food, culture, and more.

La recopilación de datos está desempeñando un papel clave en el avance de la equidad en la salud

Un nuevo impulso en la recopilación de datos sobre la atención médica de las personas con discapacidad está poniendo de relieve una disparidad en la equidad de la atención de la salud que a menudo pasa desapercibida para la comunidad médica.

Addressing cultural, language barriers that hinder health equity

Many people from refugee, immigrant, and migrant communities experience significant logistical barriers to COVID-19 vaccination. That’s where Disability Rights Michigan has stepped in to increase access

Career Fair Carnivals combine career opportunities with family fun

Two upcoming Career Fair Carnivals in June along the Lakeshore will offer free food, family-friendly activities, job seeker resources and onsite interviews.

Sensory-friendly spaces play key role in improving health equity

The Autism Alliance of Michigan has been a leader in encouraging clinics to create safe spaces by including sensory rooms.  

Our Partners

Allegan County Community Foundation logo
Disability Advocates of Kent County logo
On Point Allegan

Common Ground Is Brewing

Support local stories and receive our signature roast straight to your door when you join at the Standard level (or above).

Drink Better, Read Local

Close the CTA

Don't miss out!

Everything West Michigan, in your inbox every week.

Close the CTA

Already a subscriber? Enter your email to hide this popup in the future.