Crossing the bridge into a cultural immersion experience
Rebecca Hopp, former Mayor of Ferrysburg, writes about her “life changing experience” taking part in the Across The Bridge Cultural Immersion Initiative.
Muskegon Heights
Start Garden win lifts third-generation restaurateur’s dreams to next level
After winning the 2022 Start Garden 100 pitch competition, third-generation Muskegon Heights restaurateur Marisela Sierra is ready to get Navarro’s Mexican Takeout’s stone-ground tamales into the freezers of local retailers.
MuskegonCity Public Art Initiative bringing ‘monumental works’ to city
The latest public art project, One Drop, honors the 70th anniversary of the Women’s Division Chamber of Commerce and is about “how individual efforts when combined become major triumphs.”
Muskegon Heights park could be anchor for community with prosperity grant
The "Reaching NEW Muskegon Heights" project will include a splash pad, restrooms, fountain, and a promenade.
MSU grad launches Muskegon Young Black Professionals to support community
Muskegon native and MSU grad Jocelyn Hines was inspired to launch Muskegon Young Black Professionals after seeing a similar networking organization in Detroit.
Things to do in February: exhibits, gallery strolls and family fun
Bundle up for fun this month. Activities along the Lakeshore include a gallery stroll, a photo exhibit, a family fun night, Valentine’s Day events, and an opportunity to give back while you shop.
Kaja Thornton Hunter ‘overcoming barriers’ in her community with full-circle moments
Kaja Thornton Hunter, head of the nonprofit Overcoming Barriers, developed a passion and love for those with disabilities. Entrepreneur Thornton Hunter also created Kaja’s Flavor Packs to bring the beloved flavor of a Southern crab boil to Muskegon.
Kavy Lenon is an advocate for her community on and off the job
As a supplier diversity manager at Meijer, Kavy Lenon works to improve Meijer’s partner diversity for internal and external processes. Nicknamed “Wonder Woman,” she also brings her ample energy and passion to her work as an advocate for minority populations in West Michigan and beyond.
How Muskegon YMCA is tackling food insecurity in its neighborhood
Volunteers and staff fill thousands of bags with food each Friday for the Muskegon YMCA’s food distribution program. Each bag holds a week’s worth of breakfasts and lunches for one person 18 or younger — meeting a pressing need in the community.
