Gentex recycling event boosts community engagement with sustainability
Gentex’s annual electronics recycling event empowers employees, families, and friends to reduce e-waste and support environmental responsibility.
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Lakeshore Advantage hires leader for workplace talent development
Kelly Wandel leads Lakeshore Advantage’s new effort to attract and retain young talent in response to West Michigan’s workforce needs.
Community Impact Day expands, mobilizes volunteers across Michigan
The West Coast Chamber’s Community Impact Day grows statewide, rallying businesses, nonprofits, and individuals to create lasting community change.
Farewell from Assistant Editor Andrea Goodell
The Lakeshore's Assistant Editor Andrea Goodell is moving on to new adventures. Before that happens, we asked her to reflect on her five years covering the people and organizations working to solve problems along the Lakeshore.
Keeping young workers local depends on housing, jobs
A new report reveals emerging workers value career opportunities, affordable living, and inclusivity if they are to remain in the Lakeshore region.
April things to do: A student art exhibition, Easter events, theater, and spring break activities
It’s April, time for spring flings, spring breaks, Arbor Day, Earth Day, and several egg-stra special events this Easter. And don’t forget art, music, theater, and crafts.
March things to do: Dine in the dark, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day (and Pi Day), and so much more
Whether you like history discussions, dressing in green and marching in a parade, getting together with your girlfriends, taking a quick dip in an icy lake, or something entirely different, you’ll find plenty of options for fun in this month’s calendar.
Community foundation grants support mental health services
CFHZ distributes $145,000 in grants to local nonprofits working to increase the availability of mental health services
Zeeland launches second annual Citizen’s Academy
Zeeland's Citizen's Academy gives a special, behind-the-scenes look at the inner-workings of local government — and applications are now being accepted.
February things to do: Theater productions, festivals, music, movies, chili contests, documentaries
This month, you can make candles, learn about Michigan mushrooms, see a play, participate in an indoor triathlon, get out some energy by dancing, and celebrate Black History Month, the Lunar New Year, and Valentine’s Day.
