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WHTC voice keeps the beat of the band coming to Holland

WHTC's Dan Evans is the drummer of Bueller, a Nashville-based ‘80s tribute band that will perform at the Park Theatre on Oct. 6.

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PHOTOS: Celebrating Deaf Awareness Month

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services in Grand Rapids hosted a celebration at its new home in the Special Olympics of Michigan building to mark the conclusion of Deaf Awareness Month.

Bell Telephone building incorporated Dutch architectural influences some 65 years after Holland was settled by Dutch immigrants.
Housing America — housing styles that stand the test of time

Some places in the world have a singular residential architecture style, but Holland is home to a variety of design. Former city planner Dale Wyngarden explores the different styles and their history here.

How Produce Prescriptions are promoting healthy behaviors across Michigan

More than 20 Produce Prescription Programs operating across the state are helping people improve their diets by giving them access to fresh fruits and vegetables.

Lucia Rios at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. (Shandra Martinez)
How I’m learning to vacation better with my disability

Lucia Rios compares going to amusement parks as a child and now as an adult, as parks like Universal Studios and Disney World are raising the bar on accessibility.

The stories of these prominent and not-so-prominent figures are shared at their burial sites during Muskegon's City of the Dead.
October things to do: Halloween and history, arts and entertainment, adventures and theater

On tap this month are the Idlewild exhibition, the Pumpkin Train, a gallery stroll, papermaking, a Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble, and — of course —  trick-or-treating. They’re all on the West Michigan calendar for October.

Kelli Cavasin, vice president of people and culture for New Holland Brewing
How leadership training helps employers with staffing shortages

Zeeland leadership firm AG Collaborative’s Manage Like a Boss (MLAB) seminar helps companies experiencing staffing shortages to train staff to be leaders.

Lucia Rios heads off to catch a flight to Orlando. (Shandra Martinez)
Why air travel for people who use wheelchairs is getting better

From the new Airline Passengers with Disabilities Bill of Rights to being able to use aisle chairs to board planes, the travel experience is improving for people who depend on wheelchairs.

Kayak pass under the Old Iron Bridge in downtown Allegan. (City of Allegan)
Redevelopment Ready: Harrison and Allegan

Communities across Michigan are tapping a state toolkit to help them create a streamlined approach to development and a clear vision for their future. Learn how the Michigan Municipal League helpled the city of Allegan prepare for development projects.

Pictured is a lovingly preserved American Foursquare home with kitchen, living room, dining room, and possibly a parlor or den downstairs, and four bedrooms upstairs. The porch connects the home to the neighborhood.
Housing America — Classic American Foursquare architecture in Holland

Retired community planner Dale Wyngarden explores how West Michigan has used the simple and versatile American Foursquare — and how it might use it as housing shortages persist.

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