Zeeland launches inaugural Citizen’s Academy
This new program is designed to provide Zeelanders an opportunity to expand their knowledge of the structure and functions of their city government.
Event accessibility: Making every occasion inclusive for all
It’s not hard to bring inclusivity and accessibility to your events, but it does require a bit of foresight. Disability advocate Lucia Rios offers ideas to make your gathering more welcoming.
4th annual Holland Pride Poetry Contest returns with Open Mic Night
The poetry contest is a collaboration with Out On The Lakeshore and Herrick District Library. Open Mic Night is June 1 from 3-5 p.m. at the library’s northside branch.
Miss Basketball comes to Evergreen Commons
Gabby Reynolds is driven to win. It's a drive that has taken her to the top of high school sports in Michigan and on to George Washington University. She and her teammate Taylor Catton shared that drive and more with a group of older adults at Evergreen Commons this week.
State gives $2.8M to upgrade roads for LG Energy Solution expansion
A state infrastructure grant will support a new facility by LG Energy Solution, which is expected to bring 600 new jobs and $2.2 billion of private investment to Allegan County.
Port Sheldon is celebrating centennial while looking to the future
Port Sheldon Township is celebrating its centennial this month, but at the same time officials are also looking to the future.
Social Work Career Promotion Tool Kit shares benefits and pathways to rewarding careers
The toolkit is designed to enhance recruitment and promote social work career opportunities across the state. It includes sample language for websites, emails, and social media posts as well as recommended language for various professionals, including high school guidance counselors, college academic advisors, and behavioral health providers. There are also photographic materials for outreach usage.
More state funding needed for children’s hearing and vision screening
In Michigan, around one million school aged children take part in hearing and vision screenings each year. Approximately 88,000 of them need help and are referred for further hearing and vision services. These services are vital to children’s overall health as well as to their academic and social success.
Gentex Foundation awards scholarships to support women in STEM
High school seniors Briella Beemer and Regan Keesler have set their sights on careers in the STEM fields. The Gentex Foundation will support their aspirations with college tuition assistance.
Return of Tulip Time’s Dutch Lunch at Evergreen Commons also showcases community center
Returning from a hiatus that started during the COVID-19 pandemic, Tulip Time’s Dutch Lunch at Evergreen Commons sold out quickly. Busloads of visitors also came to experience the iconic community center, which is on a mission to “disrupt the way people age.”
