Community foundation awards $1.1M in scholarships
Grand Haven Area Community Foundation honored scholarship recipients while investing $1.1 million in diverse educational pathways across West Michigan communities.
Ottawa County
August things to do: Lots of music, air and ski shows, farm fun, a fancy dinner, and a lunar eclipse
The dog days of summer are at our door, but that hasn’t diminished the number and variety of activities available this month. We’re still going out and finding fun — for the family and for friends.
Jennifer Owens leaves Lakeshore Advantage with legacy of collaborative leadership
Outgoing Lakeshore Advantage President reflects on entrepreneurship, partnerships, and the long-term projects that transformed communities and strengthened the region.
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.
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.
