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.
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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.
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.
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.
