Ava Devanney with her COVID-19 vaccination card.

Student’s survey reveals how young people feel about COVID-19 vaccine

Ava Devanney conducted a survey of a dozen friends to get an idea about how young people feel about the COVID-19 vaccine. The 12-year-old discovered how much parents influence those perspectives.

The larger, reimagined Momentum café, at 714 Columbus Ave., offers outdoor seating.
Grab a $1 coffee or treat as reimagined Momentum Café opens

The reopened Momentum Café in Grand Haven has a larger menu and a new manager. Joe Carmolli brings a wealth of experience in foodservice and education to the reimagined café, and is providing expanded training for volunteers.

Nathaniel Bergman administers a COVID-19 vaccine to a homebound resident in her home.
As Delta variant threatens, Michigan works to address lingering vaccine hesitancy

While COVID-19 vaccination efforts have plateaued, Michigan health care professionals are working overtime to understand and address vaccine hesitancy.

Proponants for social districts say a drink in hand makes the wait more bearable for restaurant patrons who are up to an hour away from being seated, and it benefits nearby shops.
Lakeshore communities welcome the benefits social districts offer businesses

Social districts allow businesses to sell alcoholic beverages that can be consumed in publicly owned common areas. Proponents say this makes the wait more bearable for restaurant patrons who are up to an hour away from being seated, and it benefits nearby shops.

Striving for the best, GVSU PRSSA is recognized for its hard work and dedication

Receiving numerous awards at the recent West Michigan Public Relations Society of America (WMPRSA) PRoof Awards, Grand Valley State University’s Public Relations Student Society of America (GVPRSSA) has much to celebrate as it continues to add value to its members and positively impact the community.

A state grant has made it cheaper for Ottawa County residents to recycle tires through the end of August 2021.
Ottawa County to recycle residents’ tires with grant

For the month of August, Ottawa County residents can rid themselves of discarded tires at little cost to them and help the environment at the same time.

The construction of the new GRCC Lakeshore campus in Holland is nearly completed.
GRCC Lakeshore Campus plans community open house

Residents will be able to get a first look at the Grand Rapids Community College’s new Lakeshore Campus during an upcoming open house. The Aug. 21 event will highlight the transformation of the facility, and staff will offer assistance to anyone ready to sign up for classes.

Novice canner Erin Berens is happy with her first attempt at food preservation and is prepared to tackle it again with more quantity and variety for this season.
Pandemic spurs renewed interest in home canning

As the pandemic strained supply chains last year, many West Michigan families turned to home canning as a way to stretch their food dollars, store supplies for winter months, and be sure of what they are eating. Novices and experienced canners alike recommend home food preservation as a satisfying endeavor.

Join the fun in Grand Haven, Coast Guard City USA, and celebrate the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard.
August Things To Do Along the Lakeshore: Festivals and family movie nights, art shows and 5Ks

From festivals to music, art shows to sidewalk sales, and 5Ks to family movie nights, there are plenty of things to do in August in Allegan, Muskegon, and Ottawa counties. 

Skyler and Krista Assman.
Respite care provides a much-needed break from caregiving for parents of kids with disabilities

Temporary respite care is vital for many parents to take a break from 24/7 caregiving – but it can also be challenging to find.

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