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.
Holland
Located on the shores of little Lake Macatawa, just off the coast of expansive Lake Michigan, Holland is the epicenter of West Michigan's Dutch history and culture. Not surprisingly, then, the city is perhaps best known for its annual Tulip Time Festival in May. But there's much more to the Tulip City than, well, tulips. The city's downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places and boasts as much retail activity as any urban core in the region. The community is flush with wildly popular waterfront beaches like Tunnel Park and Holland State Park. And Hope College lends the clean, conservative town a bit of youthful spirit.
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.
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.
West Michigan Airport celebrates new taxi lane, boosting regional growth
Community leaders marked the completion of the $2.27 million North Business Park Taxi Lane, enhancing airport operations and fueling West Michigan’s economic development.
LAUP celebrates first permanent home for Holland’s Latino community
After six decades in Holland, LAUP owns its first building, creating a space for cultural events, training, and small businesses.
Teens challenged to read 100 books before graduation
Herrick District Library launches reading initiative that invites teens to read 100 books before graduation, earning prizes along the way.
Nonprofits unite to build Holland’s largest affordable housing community
Three nonprofits collaborate on an 18-acre project creating 120 mixed-income homes, expanding affordability, stability, and opportunity in Holland.
Gov. Whitmer honors chamber for being first in state to win top national award
Gov. Whitmer celebrates Michigan West Coast Chamber, praising innovative partnerships and its shared campus with Lakeshore Advantage and SURGE entrepreneurial program.
Windmill Island extends season, hosts Touch a Truck at Fall Fest
Holland’s Windmill Island Gardens stays open longer with Fall Fest attractions, including tulip planting, artisan markets, live pumpkin carving, and Touch a Truck.
International Festival of Holland celebrates global cultures with music and food
Holland’s free festival on Sept. 27 showcases worldwide music, food, art, and family storytelling, fostering cultural connections and community understanding.
