Pictured from left to right are Heather Upright-Solomon of ATA Title Group, Marine Deputy David Quarry, Marine Supervisor Todd Wagner and Kevin Schippa of Re/Max Realty of Saugatuck-Douglas.

Realtors association partners with marine law enforcement to protect children on the water

When someone finds themselves in the water unexpectedly, panic can set in instantly. The West Michigan Lakeshore Association of Realtors is again partnering with law enforcement agencies for the “Save-A-Life” program to ensure people are safe while enjoying that water this summer.

Cyndy Hund, pictured here with her husband Mike, quit her job due to her dementia symptoms – but it still took her another four years to get a diagnosis.
PODCAST: No more “diagnose and adios”: Rethinking dementia diagnosis

Getting a dementia diagnosis can be a challenging, years-long process. Here's how Michiganders living with dementia and those who care for them are working to change that.

Shawn Edwards, GHS senior director of engagement, diversity, and inclusion
“No-wrong-door” policy welcomes immigrants at Genesee Health System

Immigrants and refugees often face stressors that impact their mental health. Michigan’s community mental health agencies can help.

Washtenaw County CMH staff. Top row L-R: Valerie Bass, Dr. Montgomery Brower, Andrew Grier, Shad Jordan. Bottom row l-R: Shannon Ellis, Margaret Carmalt, Angela Burchard, Jeff Beckley, Melisa Tasker
Regional Health Collaboratives improving access to behavioral health services

Regional Health Collaboratives are a model for improving a region’s wellbeing and unnecessary medical costs through collaboration and systems change. 

Show and Shine Car Show & Cruise spectators can line up anywhere along the Main Street cruise route.
Things to do in July: Fireworks and music, car shows, Fiesta and magic

Independence Day is celebrated across the country, and the Lakeshore is no exception. Fireworks will streak across the sky in many Lakeshore communities. July events also include LAUP’s Fiesta, theater, garden walks, and street performances.

Students participate in the LIFT-UP program.
Students help ensure farm sustainability and bring local food to cafeterias in UP program

The LIFT-UP program gives students a pivotal role in identifying and addressing barriers to expanding local produce in school cafeterias.

The city of Holland is in talks with Geenan DeKock Properties to sell parcels of waterfront land for redevelopment. However, several administrative steps lie between here and construction.
So what does the approved waterfront development mean?

Significant changes could be coming to Holland’s lakeshore after a citywide referendum but there are numerous steps between a vote and shovels hitting dirt. Residents still have the opportunity to make their voices heard.

Fennville took home a first-place prize of $25,000 for its bilingual wayfinding initiative.
Placemaking project in Fennville wins $25K in pitch competition

“The Put Your Town on the Map pitch competition is all about rewarding big, bold and innovative ideas that will help Michigan’s small towns grow and thrive,” says Carolyn Bloodworth, secretary/treasurer of the Consumers Energy Foundation.

Kelsey Sivertson
Hope student wins top national prize as theater journalist and critic

Hope student (and The Lakeshore contributor) Kelsey Sivertson is building a reputation as an emerging theater journalist and critic. She was awarded the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival’s top national prize in theater journalism.

Jersey Boys will be in production this summer at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts.
Summer theater along the Lakeshore: What to see

If you live along the Lakeshore, you don’t have to travel far to see two professional theater companies. Here’s what Hope Repertory Theatre in Holland and Mason Street Warehouse in Saugatuck are unveiling this season.

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