Ottawa County

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.

Broadband helps rural aviation company compete in global markets

Ann Grahek says expanded broadband service helps her Ottawa County aviation business communicate globally and support customers faster.

Rule of law fuels American dream, Law Day reminds us

In this Shore Story, Kevin J. Bowling explains how the legal system protects rights, builds trust, and sustains opportunity and fairness across communities and institutions nationwide.

Gentex engineers help nonprofits improve efficiency

Gentex engineers apply manufacturing skills to streamline donations, boost volunteer impact, and expand services at Community Action House and Kids’ Food Basket.

A training session for the Grand Haven-based Momentum Center's Friendship Bench program.
Grand Haven among first U.S. cities to implement Zimbabwean program training residents to provide basic talk therapy

The Grand Haven-based Momentum Center's Friendship Bench program will train volunteers to provide basic mental health support in public places.

Coopersville lands $17M water upgrade to drive growth, add 150 jobs

Coopersville secured $17 million to modernize water infrastructure, support Fairlife expansion, create jobs, and strengthen West Michigan’s growing agribusiness economy.

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.

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.

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.

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