March is National Agriculture and Reading Month, making it the perfect time to connect students with the world of agriculture.

For many years, the land that is now the park was considered a prime location for future residential development.

The awards will provide critical training resources across various industries, including agribusiness, healthcare, manufacturing and construction, which also includes mobility, energy and infrastructure.

The program offers apprentices the opportunity to earn the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, a qualification that improves childcare quality and enhances worker career opportunities.

Apprenticeships are paid work experiences that combine on-the-job and classroom learning.

It’s only the ninth such designation in all of Michigan. 

An area hospital announced an expansion of its inpatient unit.

The awards recognize individuals who go above-and-beyond in a service industry position.

As awareness of critical mental health issues in the construction industry grows, West Michigan Works! and its Construction Careers Council, will host Building Minds: A Conference on Mental Health in Construction.

The plan outlines the department’s goals and initiatives

Discover Manufacturing Week allows the region's employers to open their doors to local students, offering facility tours and hosting open houses.

The deadline for submitting comments is August 7.

Listeners are encouraged to make a donation during the event to help continue providing nutritious meals and educational programs to children in need.

The awards will support the training of 919 new hires, 387 new apprentices and 1,263 incumbent workers, significantly boosting job growth, skill development and workforce capabilities across multiple industries.

The Ottawa County Parks and Recreation Commission is inviting residents to a public presentation of its preliminary strategic plan.

Located at 12240 Fillmore St. in West Olive, the new Family Justice Center will begin services and hearings on July 23.

Residents of all fitness levels are invited to sign up, set goals, and track their activity. Participants are eligible for weekly raffle prizes.

The six-week summer program runs from June 24 to August 6 and provides enriching career readiness opportunities for youth ages 14 to 24 across Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, Muskegon and Ottawa counties.

Lakeshore Visual Arts Collective (LVAC) will transform the Nature Center at Hemlock Crossing County Park into a one-night-only, pop-up art venue.

The project will construct 250 miles of fiber, improving access for nearly 6,000 residents.