Not even the coronavirus could stop the 41st opening of the Holland Farmers Market during the second week in May. However, the pandemic imposes some restrictions on the operation of the outdoor market in compliance with an executive order from Michigan’s governor.
Jonathan McCabe shares how West Ottawa High School teachers and staff are making virtual and socially distanced graduation events special.
Ebrahim Mohammad Eshaq is putting his tailoring skills to work making face masks for Zeeland-based Ventura Manufacturing. As the Afghani refugee and his family settle in the U.S. with the help of Bethany Christian Services, he is grateful for the opportunity to help.
The city of Zeeland’s “Feel the Zeel” tagline has temporarily switched to “Heal the Zeel” during the pandemic. Downtown businesses such as Out of the Box and Tripelroot say they appreciate the campaign's unifying message.
A newly created relief fund will offer grants of up to $10,000 to businesses in downtown Holland and Zeeland struggling in the wake of the COVID-19 economic crisis. The deadline to apply is May 18.
Holland’s 91st flower show played to a very small audience this year after the coronavirus pandemic forced the first-ever cancellation of the annual Tulip Time Festival.
Lucia Rios credits her success in life to her mom, Rosalinda Martinez, who taught her never to view her disability as a limitation.
As her mom Phyllis Swisher's caretaker, Paula Maas shares the moments the two had together in her final days that felt like "little miracles."
Community volunteer Ed Amaya shares how the pandemic has given him more opportunities to find the places where he can make a difference.
Ottawa County residents have until May 15 to take a survey that will be used to create a 5-year plan for the parks system.
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