The Edmund Pettus Bridge, site of Bloody Sunday on March 7, 1965, when police attacked Civil Rights Movement demonstrators, is one stop on the Momentum Center's Civil Rights Road Trip.

Civil rights road trip highlights uncomfortable history

A road trip unlike any other, the Momentum Center's Cultural Immersion Experience: Civil Rights Road Trip will help participants reflect on what America's sometimes uncomfortable history means to them.

Zeeland is changing its rules on liquor to accommodate restaurants.
How Zeeland amends liquor license rules to support eateries

Zeeland Marketing Manager Abby deRoo describes the changes as incremental but important, considering the city ended its nearly 100-year ban on serving alcohol in 2006.

Invest in your heart, invest in your future

Though National Heart Month reminds us the importance of diet and exercise, the CDC reports a national rise in obesity and physical inactivity, proving heart disease to be the leading cause of death, even amongst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Two photographs featured in “Contemporary Portraits of Native Americans by James Cook,” an exhibit at the Holland Museum.
Saugatuck photographer’s work featured in new Holland Museum exhibit

The new Holland Museum exhibit explores the varied lives of Native Americans in the modern-day world through the lens of Saugatuck photographer James Cook.

Jennifer Owens is CEO of Lakeshore Advantage.
Leaders see sustainable economic incentives as key to winning jobs, investment

Jennifer Owens, CEO of Lakeshore Advantage, is part of a coalition of regional economic development leaders from across the state who testified in favor of creating the Michigan Employment Opportunity Program, to help Michigan compete for jobs and investments. 

GRCC student Jodi Holland is a Michigan Reconnect success story.
More older students are starting — or restarting — their education

Grand Rapids Community College reports that enrollment of students 30 and older is 14% higher than pre-pandemic levels as adult learners take advantage of state tuition-free programs.  

WHTC's morning news anchor Peg McNichol. Courtesy, Midwest Communications
How WHTC reporter Peg McNichol made a difference along the Lakeshore

During her four years at WHTC, veteran reporter Peg McNichol launched several new efforts, including a collaboration with our online magazine called “Good Things Along the Lakeshore.”

A family enjoys a winter walk at Hemlock Crossing.
Things to do in February: exhibits, gallery strolls and family fun

Bundle up for fun this month. Activities along the Lakeshore include a gallery stroll, a photo exhibit, a family fun night, Valentine’s Day events, and an opportunity to give back while you shop.

Pastor Dillon Burns, Manchester United Methodist Church.
In rural Washtenaw County, faith leaders work with mental health providers to address COVID impacts

The 5 Healthy Towns Foundation sought new ways to address rising mental health issues in Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, Manchester, and Stockbridge. One solution it identified was equipping faith leaders to help.

KDL’s Let it Snow club encourages winter reading

Wintertime can often bring a decrease in activity, both physically and mentally. Kent District Library offers plenty of resources and programs to encourage keeping your mind active during the cold months, including the Let it Snow winter reading club.

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