Muskegon County

Old Heart: A Dutch American story told from the lakeshore

A drama filmed in West Michigan about wartime love, aging, and resilience, Old Heart connects Dutch history to local storytelling.

West Michigan embraces inclusion as autism diagnoses rise

As autism diagnoses climb, families and organizations like Disability Network West Michigan work to empower young adults entering the workforce.

May things to do: Festivals, fundraisers, Memorial Day, an Anne Frank exhibit — and don’t forget Mom

Tulip Time in Holland and the Grand Haven’s Kite Festival return, as does the Prom with a Purpose in Spring Lake and several Memorial Day events across the lakeshore. 

During a recent Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce event, Comcast kicked off its latest round of RISE grants and support packages to help 100 Grand Rapids and Muskegon small businesses grow, innovate, and thrive.
Comcast RISE to provide 100 grants to GR, Muskegon small businesses

Comcast RISE offers grants and support packages to help 100 Grand Rapids and Muskegon small businesses grow, innovate, and thrive.

Carla Flanders will sign copies of “On the Day You Graduate,” a keepsake book celebrating childhood milestones with space for personal reflections, at two upcoming events.
Muskegon entrepreneur writes book to chronicle child’s milestones

Carla Flanders debuts “On the Day You Graduate,” a keepsake book celebrating childhood milestones with space for personal reflections.  

Gail Eichorst is a volunteer driver with Disability Network West Michigan.
Volunteers find purpose, fulfillment at Disability Network West Michigan

Volunteers at Disability Network West Michigan find satisfaction through meaningful roles, supporting events, community programs, and accessibility initiatives.  

The Easter Egg Scramble, set for April 5 at Roosevelt Park Community Center in Muskegon, is just one of several egg-related activities in the April calendar for West Michigan.
April things to do: A student art exhibition, Easter events, theater, and spring break activities

It’s April, time for spring flings, spring breaks, Arbor Day, Earth Day, and several egg-stra special events this Easter. And don’t forget art, music, theater, and crafts.

Jon DeWys, CEO and co-owner of DeWys Metal Solutions, has been tackling the challenge of finding skilled workers head-on through a workforce development strategy focusing on education, training, and partnerships.
DeWys, Marquis honored for leadership and community Impact

Jon DeWys earns the Visionary Award for workforce innovation, while Jack Marquis is given the Standing Ovation Award for his lasting contributions to West Michigan.

‘Crip Camp’ screening in Muskegon highlights disability inclusion

A free “Crip Camp” screening at the Frauenthal Center will spark conversations on disability rights, accessibility, and community inclusion in Muskegon.

Sophomore MPS students Kaeden Smith (left) and Ja'Ziiyah Wyrick apply math concepts to build flower boxes in their Geometry in Construction class.
Muskegon Public Schools reimagines learning with new career-focused education

Muskegon Public Schools transforms education with career-focused academies, earning recognition and ensuring every student graduates with a clear future path.  

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