Lakeshore Advantage adds investors to drive regional economic growth
Three new board members join Lakeshore Advantage to help guide West Michigan’s economic future through investment-driven collaboration and strategy.
Finalists compete for Lakeshore Innovator of the Year
West Michigan entrepreneurs will be honored in Muskegon on July 31 during a contest celebrating innovative ideas that impact communities.
Holland-Zeeland Chamber earns national award for innovation and leadership
Michigan West Coast Chamber recognized for programs boosting careers, volunteerism, and community growth, earning national Chamber of the Year honors.
SBAM Nurture Benefits program enhances compensation for child care providers
The Small Business Association of Michigan Nurture Benefits will expand access to health insurance, life insurance, and retirement savings for Michigan's child care providers.
Kent County Eviction Prevention Task Force addresses unmet needs behind evictions
Evictions plummeted during the pandemic and soared again after federal protections ended. That led a coalition of Kent County organizations and individuals to form the Kent County Eviction Prevention Task Force.
Ohio hygienist trains future workforce through outreach role
Justin Nance blends teaching and patient care to combat workforce shortages and inspire the next generation of dental hygienists in Ohio.
Partner Partner Content Lock Arms and Unite for Autism: Campaign commits to continued advocacy and support
AAOM’s current fundraising campaign, Lock Arms and Unite for Autism seeks to raise $31,000 to support its services for the one in 31 people diagnosed with autism in Michigan.
Creating safer spaces for domestic violence survivors of marginalized identities
People from non-Asian communities may not always understand the cultural factors that impact domestic violence survivors from South Asian and other marginalized communities. Student writer Simran Kaur digs into the issue for our Voices of Youth series.
Fennville’s agritourism sector to be complemented by $4.8M ‘regeneration project’ of historic hotel
“The regeneration project will provide new jobs and tourism, boosting the local economy and helping to support Fennville as a premier West Michigan destination,” says developer Dori DePree.
Hartford Nationals highlight power of inclusion through adaptive sports community
Hundreds of athletes with disabilities, including 17-year-old North Muskegon swimmer Grace Offman, competed in Grand Rapids at The Hartford Nationals, celebrating inclusion, athleticism, and the power of community.
