Dental hygienists hit the road to expand Michigan’s oral care
Three hygienists across Michigan use foundation-funded vans to deliver preventive dental care to underserved children and families.
Lakeshore Advantage honored as Neighborhood Builder, boosting regional economic momentum
Bank of America awards Lakeshore Advantage funding and leadership training to strengthen the workforce, entrepreneurship, and business growth across the expanding Lakeshore region.
Plainwell Volunteer Christmas Project rallies community to support local families
Megan Stefl shares her Shore Story about the giving spirit in her Allegan County hometown of Plainwell and urges community support for the growing needs of local families this holiday season.
‘Friendship Bench’ connects Tri Cities through simple conversation
Inspired by a Zimbabwe program, the Momentum Center launches a Friendship Bench pilot to improve mental wellness through community connection.
Allegan Area ESA playgroup connects families through shared challenges
An Allegan Area ESA social worker created a playgroup uniting families of young children with disabilities for connection, inclusion, and support.
December things to do: Light shows, parades, live Nativity, singing tree, Santa train, and shopping
December isn’t just about the holidays, though there are plenty of events that center on celebration. There also are museum exhibits, historic site tours, and New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Retailer Hank Meijer shows off his storytelling talents at Dutch American celebration
At Dutch-American Heritage Day, retailer leader and author Hank Meijer reflects on family stories, immigrant roots, and the legacy of Fred and Lena Meijer.
Teacher’s $1M gift spurs $20M investment to make Holland a winter destination
The late Frank Kraai’s dream becomes reality with the opening of Holland Ice Park, which offers ice skating, curling, and year-round community activities.
Allegan County nears broadband completion, expanding internet access to all
The expansion of broadband service in Allegan County has had transformative impacts on health care, safety, education, and future growth.
Generations unite in song at Holland Chorale’s Adventures in Harmony
In this Shore Story, Vincent Frank reflects on joining Holland Chorale’s intergenerational Adventures in Harmony and invites the community to the Chorale’s next concert, Welcome All People: Sing for Joy! on Dec. 5.
