New Lakeshore Advantage role targets region’s workforce housing shortage
Community Development Director Chris Marco will help communities and developers expand workforce housing across Ottawa and Allegan counties.
Ottawa County
Lakeshore Advantage adds board members, outlines regional growth strategies
Economic development group highlights expansion projects, startup support, and workforce initiatives while appointing four leaders to guide regional growth.
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.
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.
Foundation awards $164,000 to expand community mental health access
Grants support nonprofits using culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and creative programs to reduce barriers and strengthen mental health services across Ottawa County.
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.
Love INC partnership highlights $386K in Community Impact grant awards
Love INC’s recycling partnership is part of $386,500 in Community Impact grants awarded to eight organizations serving regional needs.
Libraries find new ways to expand services
Two libraries in Ottawa County are adding learning and dementia programs, helping students, job seekers, and seniors through free, community-focused services.
Tech volunteers inspire students through hands-on classroom coding lessons
West Michigan tech professionals visit 52 classrooms, teaching coding basics and inspiring elementary students to explore future careers in computer science.
January things to do: 2026 is here, and there’s plenty of fun to be had — indoors and outdoors
January events start off with the annual Hair of the Dog Run in Saugatuck and end with the Black Tie for the Y event in Muskegon. And there are a lot of enjoyable and diverting happenings in between.
