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.
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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.
Muskegon author’s longtime dream comes true with published children’s book
After a decade of determination, Christina Fecher celebrates her debut children’s book, Santa’s Summer Vacation in Michigan, and inspires others to pursue long-held creative dreams.
March things to do: St. Patrick’s Day events, youth concerts and art, and tapping sugar maple trees
In addition to usual suspects — music, movies, art, history, and crafts — don’t miss the business expo, home show, garden classes, blood drive, StoryWalk, egg hunts, and more in this month’s calendar.
February things to do: Theater, ballet, music, ice carving, Valentine’s events, dancing, and nature
It’s Black History Month, and the month of Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day, and President’s Day. There’s plenty to keep you busy — indoors or out — from library crafts and “The Sleeping Beauty” ballet to a daddy-daughter dance and a Mardi Gras pub crawl.
Polio survivor drives advocacy and access across West Michigan
Muskegon Heights resident Larry Latin uses lived experience to improve accessibility, challenge attitudes, and promote inclusion through advocacy.
Rural radio station becomes lifeline for West Michigan’s performing arts
Broadcasting from the woods, Blue Lake Radio connects listeners, orchestras, and venues while navigating financial challenges and a shift away from news programming.
