Three lessons small businesses should know about today’s digital world
In her Shore Story, Ravenna resident and business consultant Brittany Meyers shares lessons about websites, technology, and systems that help businesses stay competitive.
Muskegon County
July ADA Celebration brings advocacy, resources, inclusion to Muskegon County communities
The free July 21 event celebrating the ADA's anniversary connects residents with disability resources, assistive technology, voter information, and advocacy organizations.
July things to do: Celebrate America’s 250th birthday, LAUP Fiesta, Coast Guard Fest, county fairs
Several communities are hosting Fourth of July celebrations, and some discussions on the history of the U.S. In addition to movies, garden tours, car shows, bike rides, and fishing events, there are lots of music shows, including one featuring the ’80s pop star Tiffany.
How mentorship helps one man build stability despite setbacks
A long-term mentoring relationship shows how accountability, honesty, and persistence can support progress, even as challenges and setbacks continue along the way.
Chobani expansion gains approval, bringing jobs and growth to Muskegon
State approval advances Chobani’s $567 million expansion, expected to create hundreds of jobs and boost dairy production in Muskegon County.
She left Muskegon for a global career. Now she’s back to lead the family business
Talia Tyler returns to Muskegon to help lead Tyler Sales Co., her family’s fourth-generation beer distributorship, after building experience with Anheuser-Busch.
West Michigan author John Wemlinger draws inspiration from Lake Michigan shoreline
27-year Army veteran John Wemlinger draws on military experience, Lake Michigan locales for his award-winning novels, which connect with readers through familiar landscapes and free online previews.
April things to do: Egg hunts, Earth Day events, spring break activities, concerts, and fundraisers
Art exhibits, musical shows, theater, and spring break activities are on tap for April. Easter and Earth Day events abound, as do movies, crafts, theater, concerts, and fundraisers.
“Grateful for what I can do today”: Teen athlete shares story
In her Shore Story, Muskegon teen athlete Grace Offman writes about living with a rare disease, saying it taught her to be “grateful for what I can do today.”
West Michigan schools respond as families face “new hunger cliff”
As the new ‘hunger cliff’ approaches, schools and nonprofits are working together to help families facing rising hunger and uncertain food assistance.
