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.

Grassroots effort transforms Allegan park into thriving disc golf destination

Volunteers, local businesses, and county officials united to build an 18-hole disc golf course revitalizing Allegan’s Littlejohn Lake Park.

Chara Bouma-Prediger, a CAH staff member in the Food Pantry and Resource Connection team, gathers donated food.
West Michigan groups unite to feed families amid SNAP pause

Local nonprofits expand meal programs and launch emergency funds to help families facing hunger while federal SNAP benefits are suspended.

Michigan Municipal League collaborates, educates, and advocates for the state’s communities

Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.

Michigan Health Council: Collaborations urgently needed to strengthen Michigan’s health care workforce

The Michigan Health Council facilitates collaborations and shares solutions that build the state's health care workforce.

Conference creates welcoming space where autism community connects with wide range of resources

The Autism Alliance of Michigan hosts the 2025 Navigating Autism Today (NAT) Conference in Grand Rapids on Friday, November 14.

Haworth, LG Energy boost Chamber’s ‘Trailblazing Future’ in Holland

Haworth and LG Energy back West Coast Chamber’s new Next Center, creating innovative hubs for career development and community collaboration.

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