From festivals to music, art shows to sidewalk sales, and 5Ks to family movie nights, there are plenty of things to do in August in Allegan, Muskegon, and Ottawa counties.
After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a beloved Holland tradition returned over the weekend. Thousands gathered for ¡Fiesta!, an annual celebration of Latino heritage and cultures sponsored by LAUP.
Latin Americans United for Progress' Fiesta has returned to the Civic Center after a COVID-induced hiatus and several years at a different location. The return to the festival roots and the change in date is no coincidence, organizers say.
“It has been wonderful to hear the stories of families being able to enjoy the beaches and trails together for the first time. The stories go on and on,” says Michelle O'Kelly, coordinator for DNR Fund and Resource Development.
More than 1,000, people gathered in Holland on June 17-18 for the annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival. A national holiday, Juneteenth commemorates the end of legal slavery in the United States.
A new festival is coming to Holland's waterfront this weekend. With Highland Games, Celtic food, music, and dancing, and entertainment for everyone from grownups to the “wee bairns,” the Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival and Highland Games is looking for a big win.
Along the Lakeshore, you can enjoy America’s favorite pastime with the Muskegon Clippers. The summer collegiate team has returned for another exciting season of baseball at historic Marsh Field in Muskegon.
I Am Academy helps Black students see themselves in the leaders of today and helps shape their tomorrows. The new nonprofit formed by two educators is also again heading up this year's Juneteenth celebration.
Get outdoors this month with the Ottawa County Parks Department! Everything from birding to kayaking to bald eagle viewing are up for grabs.
Housing trends in West Michigan reflect a nationwide trend. A recent study found there are 411,000 fewer available homes for sale for a household earning $75,000 to $100,000 compared to pre-pandemic.
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