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State backs collaborative approach to affordable housing project

A church, two nonprofits, the city of Holland and a Native American tribe are coming together to create 52 affordable housing units in Holland. The state is supporting the project with access to low-income tax credits. 

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Retired teacher finds success as park ranger

Retired teacher Kim Pitsch is enjoying her second career as a year-round Allegan County park ranger. And she was recently honored for her work. 

Special report: How can Michigan fix a guardianship system that fails some kids and older adults?

Guardianship is designed to protect those who can't care for themselves, but it doesn't always work that way. Advocates are pursuing a variety of solutions to improve the system.

Nonprofit spotlights the impact of volunteers

Love Your Neighbor is celebrating the deep investment of key volunteers during National Volunteer Month.

Retiring HAC executive director will miss ‘the challenge’

After more than a decade overseeing the Holland Aquatic Center, Executive Director Jack Huisingh is retiring. The former competitive swimmer will miss his staff and the challenge of the job.

Author embraces experience of growing up in deaf culture

Grand Rapids resident Mickey Carolan describes himself as a CODA, short for child of deaf adults. Growing up with two deaf parents gave him experiences that have inspired his three books and his work as an ally for the Deaf community.

The Lindenloft cottage is the sole cottage of Highland Park to remain in the same family and retain its original name through the years.
Final installment: Highland Park’s history lives on

In the final installment of our series of excerpts from Karen Lowe's book The Historic Cottages of Highland Park, we explore two very different cottages as well as some of the boardwalks and bridges that connect the community.

Michigan West Coast Chamber to host annual volunteer blitz

The Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce will host its third annual Community Impact Day on Wednesday, May 15, from 1-4 p.m. throughout West Michigan.  

How data collection is playing a key role in advancing health equity

A new push to gather health care data about people with disabilities is spotlighting a disparity in health care equity that is often overlooked by the medical community. 

At-home vaccinations bring peace of mind to Muskegon family, vulnerable across the state

The Michigan Department of Health & Human Services has collaborated with Disability Rights of Michigan to support vaccinations for homebound residents.

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