Michigan network takes preventive approach to address rising opioid overdoses
The Michigan Opioid Prescribing Engagement Network focuses on setting prescribing recommendations for providers, distributing Naloxone, reducing surplus opioids, and more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
