MI Mental Health spoke with Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Chief Operations Officer Joanie Blamer and Sanilac County Community Mental Health CEO Wil Morris on addressing the mental health and wellness needs of rural communities.
Restaurants, grocery stores, farm markets, government agencies, and more can donate food easily online through the Food Rescue Hero app.
The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area (CFHZ) has given out more than $200K in grants to support local projects addressing affordable housing, helping individuals with disabilities, and healthy food options.
The Michigan Municipal League is working to narrow the gender gap in the leadership posts in municipal government. Its Women's Municipal Leadership Program has helped women across the state rise to higher leadership positions in local government. The program has become a national model.
A second LG Energy Solution battery manufacturing plant in Holland is expected to increase the company’s annual production capacity by five times. The company has begun recruiting for the 1000 new jobs needed.
When someone finds themselves in the water unexpectedly, panic can set in instantly. The West Michigan Lakeshore Association of Realtors is again partnering with law enforcement agencies for the “Save-A-Life” program to ensure people are safe while enjoying that water this summer.
The LIFT-UP program gives students a pivotal role in identifying and addressing barriers to expanding local produce in school cafeterias.
Demolition of Holland BPW’s retired James De Young power plant is underway. The project is the first step in preparing the waterfront site for redevelopment.
The 2023 Wege Prize provided an opportunity for students worldwide to create solutions to challenging social and environmental issues. Looking ahead, additional opportunities are available to continue the momentum and develop a more sustainable future.
Ottawa County’s Senior Environmental Health Specialist Rebekah Folkert earned the Distinguished Service Award to recognize her outstanding accomplishments in environmental health, and Senior Environmental Health Specialist Kayla Anderson earned the Samuel M. Stephenson Sanitarian of the Year Award.
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