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.
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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.
Lakeshore Advantage honored as Neighborhood Builder, boosting regional economic momentum
Bank of America awards Lakeshore Advantage funding and leadership training to strengthen the workforce, entrepreneurship, and business growth across the expanding Lakeshore region.
Lakeshore Advantage charts a new path to boost regional growth
New industry report guides Lakeshore Advantage’s initiatives tackling workforce gaps, housing shortages, and rising costs to strengthen long-term regional prosperity.
Lakeshore Advantage levels up for 5-year regional growth plan
Lakeshore Advantage raises over $2.4 million, uniting West Michigan leaders in an effort to strengthen the workforce, business growth, and entrepreneurship through 2030.
Broadband access expands as Ottawa County connects first fiber customers
123NET and Ottawa County launch a $15 million fiber project, bringing high-speed internet to 2,500 underserved homes and businesses.
