Northern Lakes CMH's behavioral health homes serve residents of six Northern Michigan counties.

Behavioral Health Homes: A transformative approach in Michigan

Behavioral health homes provide holistic care that addresses both the physical and mental health needs of individuals, ensuring a coordinated and patient-centered approach. 

Hero Walk family team
Autism Hero Walk raises funds while raising awareness

Promoted as "Michigan's largest gathering of the autistic community — 6,000+ families and autistic persons coming together to celebrate everyday superheroes,” The Autism Hero Walk takes place from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak.

Consumers Energy to offer public tours of Campbell Complex as coal era nears end

Consumers Energy is offering public tours of its J.H. Campbell Complex, marking the beginning of the final phase before closing its last coal-fired facility.

Sweet Temptations workers make sweet treats every day.
40 years of sweet treats on the Grand Haven Boardwalk

Some say the Grand Haven Boardwalk and Sweet Temptations Ice Cream go together like peanut butter and jelly — or maybe chocolate and vanilla swirl. The pair is celebrating their joint 40th anniversary this year.

Alejandro Fleites Marcelo and Karinna Martinez were the only students from the Grand Rapids area selected for the 2024 Bank of America Student Leaders Program, an eight-week summer internship.
Holland students make a big impact at LAUP through Bank of America internship

Two Holland students gained leadership skills and community impact through their Bank of America internships, working with LAUP and attending a national summit in Washington.

Last year, the Fresh Fridges program distributed over 37,451 pounds of wholesome food to these partners.
How ‘Fresh Fridges’ are expanding access to nutritious foods

Lakeshore Food Rescue's "Fresh Fridges" program expands cold storage for nonprofits, ensuring access to fresh, healthy food for Ottawa County families while reducing food waste.

The  DeVos Institute of Arts Management fosters collaboration among local arts and culture organizations.
How a capacity-building program is transforming arts organizations on the Lakeshore

A dozen Lakeshore arts and cultural organizations from South Haven to Grand Haven are celebrating achievements after participating in a two-year comprehensive capacity-building program.

A high jumper competes in the 2024 Hartford Nationals.
West Michigan to Host 2025 and 2026 National Adaptive Sports Championship

Grand Rapids will host the 2025 and 2026 Hartford Nationals, showcasing adaptive athletes and highlighting the city’s commitment to accessibility, inclusivity, and world-class sporting events.

Volunteers lend a hand at LHFH’s Critical Home Repair Program.
Critical Home Repair program expands to Allegan County

A $50,000 grant from the Allegan County Community Foundation has enabled Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity to hire its first home repair coordinator and extend service to Allegan County.

A Herrick District Library patron uses the AI Playground in Groundworks. The playground will be open through mid-September.
Library offers chance to explore AI

Anyone can find out more about artificial intelligence by playing around with different AI platforms at the Groundworks AI Playground in Herrick District Library’s downtown location.  

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