Gentex plans to utilize its expertise in digital vision, software development and industrial design to help eSight develop the next generation of mobile electronic eyewear.

Gentex partners with eSight to focus on advanced digital eyewear

The Zeeland-based company is partnering with eSight to develop and manufacture the next generation of mobile electronic eyewear designed to help people living with visual impairments.  

GRCC partners with local municipalities — including road commissions in Muskegon and Kent counties — for Public Works Academy.
GRCC offering job training for municipal positions

GRCC partners with local municipalities — including road commissions in Muskegon and Kent counties — for Public Works Academy, providing skills for jobs serving communities.

A rendering of the Request Foods expansion.
Lakeshore Advantage builds on 2021 successes as it sets course for 2022

The economic development organization supported 21 expansion projects totaling $259 million, which created 694 new jobs in 2021. Leaders expect 2022 to offer more opportunities for business growth and expansion.

The Lakeshore Art Festival is launching Michigan Makers Market.
Michigan Makers Market coming to downtown Muskegon in March

This inaugural winter market will take place on March 12 at the new VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center, in the heart of Downtown Muskegon. 

Dr. Sheila Marcus.
Michigan docs tackle youth mental health crisis with on-demand psychiatric support from U-M program

Michigan Child Collaborative Care helps primary care providers address their young patients' mental health by offering same-day phone consultations with psychiatrists, among other services.

Kelli Nina Perkins and Bill Parrott on the road.
Creative Nomads: How letting go inspired our most creative year

Herrick District Library retired librarian Kelli Nina Perkins and husband Bill Parrott decided to hit the road during the pandemic. The Holland couple are now full-time nomads exploring the U.S. in their truck camper and sharing their stories on YouTube and Instagram as Outer Limits Open Road.

The Momentum Center to hold 3-part mental health forum

The very pandemic that is causing a mental health crisis along the Lakeshore and across the country also threatened the Momentum Center’s ‘Winter Series: Exploring Mental Illness. Organizers decided to move the three-part forum online.

Muskegon Luge and Adventure Sports Park  (Photo credit: MLASP)
Things to do in January: Winter sports, exhibits, downtown fun and celebrating MLK’s legacy

January brings a fresh start to the new year and a fresh list of fun, exciting things to do along the Lakeshore. This list of Ottawa, Allegan, and Muskegon county events for residents and visitors alike includes options for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or interest.

Jon Ornee is teaming up with Community Action House for another New Year's Day fundraiser to support the new new Food Club & Opportunity Hub in Holland.
2022 Challenge gets people moving and doing good

Jon Ornee’s 20:22 for 2022 Challenge on New Year’s Day got people exercising while raising $13,768 for Community Action House. The funds will support CAH programs as the nonprofit expects its highest impact year yet.

Edward Lofton and his mother Joanna Lofton, community resource specialist at the Autism Alliance of Michigan. Edward lives with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and, like many people with ASD, has faced unique challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Michigan organizations help people living with autism reduce risks of COVID-19

COVID-19 has inflicted a disproportionate burden on many groups, but one of the least recognized is people living with autism spectrum disorder.

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