Cat adoptions are up during quarantine
The Harbor Humane Shelter has seen an increase in first-time adopters since stay-at-home orders went into effect, says Executive Director Jen Self-Aulgur.
Marketing agency continues giving back amid pandemic
Scott Millen shares how he and his wife, Shelly, are keeping the faith and their commitment to nonprofits even as their small business struggles during the global pandemic. The good news is 2 Fish Company business was approved for a PPP loan and things are looking up.
Pandemic, erosion force restrictions at state, county parks
Photo essay illustrates how the potent combination of coronavirus guidelines and high-water levels will create a different experience at lakeside beaches from Holland to Grand Haven this summer.
Community foundation creates stabilization fund as next step in crisis response
The Community Foundation of Holland/Zeeland Area (CFHZ) has created the Community Stabilization Fund to prioritize investment on financial stability, health, and education to prevent people from slipping into poverty.
Pandemic spurs Visser Farms to find creative ways to offset losses, serve community
When Visser Farms of Zeeland lost half of their income overnight from the closure of Michigan dining establishments, the farm partners dug deep to find creative solutions to offset the loss of 40 restaurant accounts.
Leaders say Downtown Holland merchants ready, eager to reopen
Hospital and business leaders discuss how downtown merchants can begin partially reopening this week during a webinar hosted by the Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce and Lakeshore Advantage.
Q&A: What businesses need to know ahead of reopening
Kristina Wieghmink, Ottawa County Department of Public Health information officer, answers questions about what businesses need to know to reopen under the “MI Safe Start Plan."
Teens collaborating on storybook put positive spin on quarantine
Inspired by their grandmother, cousins Adeline Kotecki and Payton Hosley collaborate over Zoom calls to write a story about their quarantine experience.
Farmers markets reporting higher attendance as they open within safe shopping guidelines
Farmers markets along the Lakeshore are reopening for the 2020 season. Here's a roundup of schedules for the popular outdoor markets in Holland, Zeeland, Grand Haven, and Spring Lake.
Teen’s food pantry expands to include deliveries to senior citizens
Using money she had set aside for her canceled senior prom, Autumn Fitchett bought groceries to start a food pantry. Now, the Zeeland teen is partnering with Community Action of Allegan County to deliver meals.
