Michigan school districts, food pantries feel SNAP cut ripple effect ahead of cost shift to states
Across Michigan, school districts, food pantries, legal aid groups and nonprofits are preparing for another change in the distribution of SNAP benefits.
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Politics
John James, Jocelyn Benson trade claims in governor debate
Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James came out swinging in a Michigan gubernatorial debate on Thursday night, trading personal attacks and arguing over who’s to blame for high prices.
Education
GH students draft school expectations in districtwide 'Constitutional Conventions'
Elementary students across Grand Haven Area Public Schools are taking an active role in civic engagement and classroom culture this fall through a districtwide "Constitutional Convention" initiative designed to let students craft their own school rules.
Events
Sixty years of progress: LAUP celebrates founders, looks to future at its 10th annual gala
Community leaders, supporters and residents gathered at the Holland Civic Center on Friday, Oct. 16, as Latin Americans United for Progress hosted its 10th annual gala, celebrating more than 60 years of service and advocacy for Latino families across West Michigan.
County calls on student artists to design Walk for Warmth theme
The Ottawa County Community Action Agency is calling on local high school artists to design the official poster and T-shirt for its annual Walk for Warmth fundraiser.
Zombies to take over Holland for 3Sixty's inaugural Halloween 5K
Downtown Holland will witness a high-stakes Halloween morning chase as local nonprofit 3Sixty is set to host its inaugural Zombie Run 5K on Saturday, Oct. 31, at Centennial Park.
