Michigan Fosters Executive Director Tiffany Kraker and Holland Heights CRC Parsonage Committee Chairman Kevin Anderson stand outside of what is soon to become Journey Home, a place for families navigating foster care.

Coming home: Michigan Fosters creates a sense of home for foster families

Michigan Fosters is continuing its work to support families on both sides of the foster care equation with a home where families can be families.

Emiliah Tanya Jo Odinsdottir
Poor face more hurdles because of COVID

Emiliah Tanya Jo Odinsdottir reflects on the added burden of the COVID-19 pandemic on the poor.

The Bridge Youth Center in Zeeland is expanding its mentoring program thanks to a grant from the CFHZ.
CFZH awards nearly $450,000 in grants to meet increased need for services

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area’s Community Stabilization Fund grants help service providers meet increased demand due to the pandemic. 

Area law enforcement agencies are seeing myriad benefits from a new brain training program.
Brain health program reduces stress, bolsters health for law enforcement officers

The plan uses an assessment and software program to recommend dietary and lifestyle changes that can improve physical-emotional health, and reduce dementia risk.

Amy Heydlauff, CEO of 5 Healthy Towns Foundation, spearheaded a ReThink Health collaborative in western Washtenaw County.
Major health care players collaborate to rethink how they invest in Washtenaw County’s well-being

Four organizations are working to cooperatively leverage their combined skills, talents, networks, and financial resources to achieve optimal physical and mental health.

GVSU scholarship program helps to make college possible for first-generation students

A scholarship is available to cover tuition, fees, housing and dining, plus a book stipend -- essentially a full ride -- for eight semesters as part of a partnership between GVSU, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to partner and Battle Creek Public Schools.

Erin Radke, public health nurse for the Allegan County Health Department receives her first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Health department staff, volunteers get vaccinated in preparation for vaccinating others

The first round of COVID-19 vaccines begin this week. County health department staff prepared ahead of time by getting their own first-dose of the shots.

Tanya Schafer and Patrick Westover, Tantrick Brewing Co. co-owners, are expanding their micro-brewery into downtown Allegan.
Tantrick Brewing Co. announces downtown Allegan facility

Owners Tanya Schafer and Patrick Westover are moving their three-year-old microbrewery, Tantrick Brewing Co., into downtown Allegan. They are renovating the former Long Branch Saloon into a taproom and restaurant.

White pillars mark the entrance to the former Lakewood Farm, aka Getz Zoo, as they appear today. (Kym Reinstadler)
Lakewood Farm and Zoo – Holland’s first big attraction gets historic designation

Lakewood Farm & Zoo, also known as Getz Farm, on Holland's Northside, achieved regional notoriety at the beginning of the 20th century when it became one of the largest private zoos in the nation. Now, the National Park Service has added it to the National Registry of Historic Places.

With more than 10 miles of groomed ski trails winding along the Pigeon River, Pigeon Creek Park is a popular cross-country ski destination for classic and skate skiing.
Things to do in January: Find post-holiday bargains or enjoy the ice and snow

January brings a fresh start to the new year and a fresh list of fun, exciting things to do along the Lakeshore. This list includes options for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or interest.

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