Treasuring the legacy of artisans in Holland and beyond
Dale Wyngarden, who for decades guided Holland’s development, takes a look at the structures that are standing the test of time.
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Lori’s Voice enriches lives of children with disabilities
Lori's Voice is an all-volunteer nonprofit founded to help young people with disabilities. Founder Lori Hastings remembers what it was like growing up a neurological disorder. Now, she's making sure other challenged youth have what they need.
Climbing to new heights after kidney donation
In her own words, Holland native Emily Polet-Monterosso describes the experience of climbing the world's tallest free-standing mountain with a group of climbers who had one thing in common — each had donated a kidney to someone else.
Saving lives: Why John Shea has been donating his blood for nearly 50 years
As blood supply levels hit dangerously low levels, John Shea explains why he has made a habit of donating his blood for nearly 50 years.
Creative Nomads: How letting go inspired our most creative year
Herrick District Library retired librarian Kelli Nina Perkins and husband Bill Parrott decided to hit the road during the pandemic. The Holland couple are now full-time nomads exploring the U.S. in their truck camper and sharing their stories on YouTube and Instagram as Outer Limits Open Road.
In a world where people seem to be getting meaner, make a choice to be nice
WHTC Radio’s morning news anchor, Peg McNichol, shares why words matter and kindness matters.
Promise Scholar headed to U-M shares her lifelong love of learning
It won’t be in a box with her other belongings, but Promise Scholar Ebony Roach will take a lifelong love of learning with her when she heads to the University of Michigan in the fall. She’s also carrying a tremendous sense of gratitude to her family, teachers, and friends who’ve helped her succeed.
Tai chi as a way of life
Andrew Dell'Olio shares how his love of Asian culture led him to study and teach Asian philosophies for decades, and learn the harmony or balance that comes with practicing the slow-moving meditation of tai chi.
How hope and joy can be found in the darkest times
Lakeshore resident Steve Harryman recounts his late wife’s cancer diagnosis with a grim prognosis and the way participation in a support group with those on a similar journey replaced her grief with joy and compassion for others.
How Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year overcame bullying and embraced her culture
Nayeli Mora was bullied in elementary and middle school as she struggled to learn English. As the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland’s 2021 Youth of the Year, she hopes to use her voice and her story to make a difference in her generation and inspire her peers to advocate for themselves.
