Allegan

The first year of  the Early Middle College program includes frequent check-ins with students and making sure they are succeeding.

Free college program in high school offers students a head start on career dreams

The Allegan Area Educational Service Agency has a program that accepts up to 50 students who can earn an associate degree from Lake Michigan College while in high school.

Liz Hilton, founder of Allegan-based KNITit.
How garment innovator KNITit grew from concept to success

“The path to success is not a straight line,” says Liz Hilton, who shares how her Allegan business grew from zero to seven figures.  

Pride Fund awards $15K to support Allegan County groups

The Allegan County Community Foundation has completed its first annual Pride Fund grant cycle, distributing $15,000 to five local organizations.  

The Fourth of July is a special day, worthy of big celebrations. Communities all along the lakeshore are hosting picnics, parades, and — of course — fireworks to mark this spectacular holiday.
July things to do: Fireworks, Fiesta, Coast Guard Fest, county fairs, kids’ activities, and music

You’ll need your calendar to keep up with all of the events on tap in July. There will be fireworks on the Fourth, festivals, fairs, and much more.

“This project will create a new space in Downtown Allegan that is inclusive of all users and modernize a beloved community place,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz.
Improvements planned for riverfront park in downtown Allegan

“This project will create a new space in Downtown Allegan that is inclusive of all users and modernize a beloved community place,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz.

The Allegan County Courthouse is expanding its services and its footprint with plans for a new room for another 48th Circuit Court judge.
Allegan County expands footprint with $10M building project

The Allegan County Courthouse is expanding its services and its footprint with plans for a new room for another 48th Circuit Court judge. In the meantime, the 57th District Court has added an attorney magistrate.  

Allegan County offers a plethora of outdoor trails and greenways to soak in the nature.
4 cool trails to explore in Allegan County

See nature on display at any one of these four Allegan County trails and greenways, including two newly opened trails.

A volunteer fair will be a part of Allegan County Gives this year.
Time, talent, treasure — Allegan County Community Foundation celebrates Allegan County Gives

Allegan County Gives offers everyone a way to help their community with their time, talent, or treasure. A volunteer fair is a new feature of the Allegan County Community Foundation event.

Bysterveld County Park includes trails forwalking, running, or cross-country skiing; a picnic shelter; playground; catch-and-release fishing pond; a grass picnic and recreation area; restroom facility; and paved parking.
4 parks to explore in Allegan County

As the Allegan County Parks Department invites residents to take part in updating its five-year recreation plan, here’s a look at four Allegan County parks that offer an array of outdoor recreation activities.

‘Making people feel special’ is goal of  honored frontline worker

Denver Sincler, with Allegan's Tantrick Brewing Co., and Marolyn Lopez, with Plascore in Zeeland, are among 10 frontline workers honored for going above and beyond.

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