Winning a Start Garden 5x5 Night competition put Muskegon Heights resident Destinee Keener-Sargent on the road to launching Kuntry Cookin’, inspired by her family’s cookoffs. Community support continues to grow the catering business, which now has a food truck in demand across West Michigan.
Whether you’re seeking employment for the first-time or entirely switching career paths, the job market can be intimidating. Through Kent District Library’s partnership with local community networks and staffing organizations, community members can gain valuable resources to help them along their professional journey.
Three area school districts — Holland, Zeeland, and West Ottawa — are among the dozens statewide to have new superintendents in a year that has challenged schools in myriad new ways.
Zeeland’s oldest and most beloved festival is back. Pumpkinfest is a 30-year tradition celebrating community, family fun, and fall activities. The year’s theme is “Pumpkinfest Barnyard Bash.” The two-day event features a number of free and low-cost events that can be enjoyed by all ages.
Steve and Jill Miskelley are honoring their late son, Ian, a champion University of Michigan swimmer, with plans to open the Be Better Mental Wellness Center in Holland. The facility will serve young people experiencing mental health issues — as well as their family members and other supporters.
Long-distance boaters Greg and Susan Costa are on the Great Loop, a long-distance boating trip of 6,000 miles. They stopped in Holland for a "day of donating" called Loopers Care that benefited local children and women in need.
The Lakeshore is brimming with fun and exciting October events. From parades to festivals, and from a goose-calling challenge to a pet costume contest, there are lots of ways to enjoy the month with family and friends in Allegan, Muskegon, and Ottawa counties.
Mark Herman was selected for the ArtPrize exhibit Leadership on Canvas for his generous spirit. His Holland restaurant, Crazy Horse Steakhouse and Saloon, has inspired customers to give nearly $500,000 to help people in need.
GRCC President Bill Pink says he applauds the governor and the Legislature for a bipartisan plan that recognizes the important role community colleges play in helping residents change their lives and in boosting the West Michigan economy.
USA Sign Frame and Stake is building a $1.2 million facility in Zeeland Township to keep up with demand for its recycled plastic sign frames. The investment will create six new jobs.
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