A majority of local government and law enforcement officials in Michigan say they lack confidence the state’s new “red-flag law” aimed at reducing gun violence will do so, according to a University of Michigan survey. Further, those officials expressed concern that local law enforcement officers may not yet have sufficient training to know when an […]
DEERFIELD, MI – The Michigan Legislature continues to usurp local control in their newly introduced legislation, House Bills 6108-6111, which would remove local jurisdiction over the mining of sand and gravel operations. The bill package includes provisions that would override local ordinances, impose state-level regulations, and shift decision-making power away from locally elected officials to Lansing. […]
LANSING — The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week from Nov. 17-23 by recognizing the impact of Registered Apprenticeships on the state’s workforce and economy. There are more than 21,600 active Registered Apprentices and over 800 unique programs in Michigan, making the state home to the sixth-highest number of active Registered Apprentices […]
MUSKEGON — The Muskegon Museum of Art is excited to present Chicago Collects: Jewelry in Perspective, an exhibition of over two hundred pieces of rare and historically significant jewelry from the late Renaissance to the present. The exhibition opens on Thursday, October 17 with an opening reception at 5 PM and will be on display […]
Allendale – After months of slumping performance, the West Michigan economy appears to be showing signs of growth again, according to a Grand Valley State University researcher. Brian Long, director of supply chain management research at the Seidman College of Business, said his annual survey of regional purchasing managers and businesses showed some surprising results. […]
Baker College announces the launch of a Study Abroad program, set to begin in Spring 2025. This program aligns with Baker College’s student-first philosophy, aiming to provide students with educational programming and activities that open doors to diverse career opportunities. Being a Mighty Baker Bee is about academic excellence, challenging oneself, and exploring new environments. The Study Abroad program offers students the chance […]
Hastings, Michigan – Rock The Country, the two-day event – A Festival For We The People – will be coming to Hastings, MI on June 13-14, 2025, as the major country festival makes its official road trip. Stopping in 10 cities along the way, Hastings will mark the sixth stop of the summer. 2025 will be a […]
Muskegon – Harvest Nano, a leader in sustainable technology, and Goodwill Industries of West Michigan (GIWM) have joined forces to create and operate Michigan’s first cotton waste textile circularity processing and recycling plant, converting non-saleable textile waste into valuable materials like micro and nanocellulose. This innovative collaboration supports a circular economy, offering significant environmental and […]
Baltimore – In an effort to make sure students are being cultivated to their highest potential Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) will partner with the prestigious John Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth. The Center for Talented Youth, a nonprofit academic center of Johns Hopkins University, delivers academic excellence and transformational experiences to advanced learners in grades […]
Photo: John I. Faunce, LTC(R) second to the right at his retirement ceremony. Muskegon – Decorated military officer John I. Faunce, LTC(R) will be visiting the Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) on May 12 to conduct teacher and student training with the aim of improving the school internally in areas of organization, leadership, and strategic planning. He […]