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Feature Story Holland Area Arts Council presents “The Art of Dr. Seuss” throughout May with the exhibition “25 Years Through the Wrong End of the Telescope,” a national touring exhibition. Arts and Culture

May things to do: Tulip Time, Kite Fest, Memorial Day, Mother’s Day, art, music, fundraisers, more

Melody WilsonThursday, April 25, 2024
A Prom with a Purpose, theater, history, horses, nature, Kentucky Derby parties, Memorial Day observances, and festivals — it’s all ahead of us this May.
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Special report: How can Michigan fix a guardianship system that fails some kids and older adults?

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, April 24, 2024
Guardianship is designed to protect those who can't care for themselves, but it doesn't always work that way. Advocates are pursuing a variety of solutions to improve the system.
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Retiring HAC executive director will miss ‘the challenge’

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 23, 2024
After more than a decade overseeing the Holland Aquatic Center, Executive Director Jack Huisingh is retiring. The former competitive swimmer will miss his staff and the challenge of the job.
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Business symposium kicks off series of spring be nice. mental health events

Monique BedfordTuesday, April 23, 2024
The Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan and its be nice. program will host four spring mental health events this year.
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Nonprofit spotlights the impact of volunteers

The Lakeshore StaffTuesday, April 23, 2024
Love Your Neighbor is celebrating the deep investment of key volunteers during National Volunteer Month.
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Author embraces experience of growing up in deaf culture

Shandra MartinezMonday, April 22, 2024
Grand Rapids resident Mickey Carolan describes himself as a CODA, short for child of deaf adults. Growing up with two deaf parents gave him experiences that have inspired his three books and his work as an ally for the Deaf community.
Feature Story The Lindenloft cottage is the sole cottage of Highland Park to remain in the same family and retain its original name through the years. Arts and Culture

Final installment: Highland Park's history lives on

Karen LoweMonday, April 22, 2024
In the final installment of our series of excerpts from Karen Lowe's book The Historic Cottages of Highland Park, we explore two very different cottages as well as some of the boardwalks and bridges that connect the community.
Feature Story Entering its second summer of construction, downtown Zeeland is working with customers and shop owners to make sure downtown shopping and dining is still "The Main Thing." Economic Development

Supporting local businesses — even during construction — is the Main Thing in Zeeland

Andrea GoodellMonday, April 22, 2024
Zeeland is encouraging customers to make continuing to support their favorite downtown businesses during construction "The Main Thing" with an awareness campaign that highlights how to navigate construction and why it's important.
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HSO concert is Kay Walvoord’s last as CEO of orchestra

The Lakeshore StaffMonday, April 22, 2024
Holland Symphony Orchestra will perform its final concert of this season on April 27. It’s also the last under the leadership of co-founder Kay Walvoord, who is stepping down after 36 years with the organization. 
Longform Shelby Coolbaugh, administrative assistant for the Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (MLTCOP), and Salli Pung, state long term care omubdsman for MLTCOP. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan ombudsman program advocates for residents in long-term care facilities

Estelle SlootmakerFriday, April 19, 2024
The Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program improves quality of care and quality of life for people living in nursing homes, homes for the aged, and adult foster care homes. 
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