LifeWays peer support and recovery staff inspire clients to ‘walk the walk’

LifeWays employs peer support specialists and recovery coaches for clients to work with throughout their recovery journeys. 

Davenport University and Gentex leaders formalized their commitment to education and workforce development with a signing ceremony Sept. 30 at the corporation’s office in Zeeland.
Gentex partners with Davenport University to offer scholarships for employees

Gentex Corporation is partnering with Davenport University to provide corporate education scholarships to its employees and their families.

Phil McPherson, director of program integrity at LifeCircles PACE, talks with a client.
LifeCircles PACE’s $1M expansion helps more seniors age in place

LifeCircles PACE invested $1 million to expand its Holland location, enhancing services to help more seniors age at home.

Gerald R. Ford International Airport’s new sensory room offers a calming space for neurodivergent travelers, reducing anxiety and improving accessibility.
Ford airport unveils sensory room for neurodivergent travelers

Gerald R. Ford International Airport’s new sensory room offers a calming space for neurodivergent travelers, reducing anxiety and improving accessibility.

I Am Academy has expanded its staff.
I AM Academy marks milestone with expanded space, leadership and programming

With new space from First United Methodist Church in downtown Holland, I AM Academy is growing its programming to empower Black and multiracial youth with community support and educational opportunities.  

Katie Moore, activation manager for Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.
Programmers help communities nurture the power of public art

Murals and other public art are being used to revitalize Grand Rapids and beyond to foster creativity, and empower local artists through innovative programs.

Downtown improvements help Allegan draw new businesses and visitors

With a fresh streetscape and improved infrastructure, Allegan is welcoming new businesses and visitors alike. The southwestern Michigan city is also home to vibrant community programming and a notable craft beer scene.  

As Mike Hoekstra took a dream balloon ride with his wife and family, he was surprised with a heartfelt message from his colleagues who used 28 school buses to spell out “We love you.”
Tribute for dying bus driver spotlights what’s special about a profession in short supply

A display of love and respect created by a group of school bus drivers for a terminally ill colleague exemplifies the heart and passion behind this profession.

Nate Hoffman (right) and Norm Kapla (center) welcome guests onto an elevator at the J.H. Campbell Complex Unit 3 power generating station at Port Sheldon Township. Two hundred and fifty people registered rare public tour of the facility.
Bidding farewell to iconic J.H. Campbell power plant

Consumers Energy will shut down its last coal-fired electrical generators in the Campbell Complex by May 31, 2025. Demolition of the plant, including its iconic smokestacks, could begin as early as 2026.

Renovations to the Allegan County Services Building allow customers to easily enter the building, accomplish their tasks, and get on with their day.
Allegan County open house to show off County Service Building renovations

The county will host an open house 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10 at the newly remodeled County Services Building, 3283 122nd Ave.

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