Michigan Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

Michigan Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

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 […]

Historical jewelry exhibition open at the Muskegon Museum of Art

Historical jewelry exhibition open at the Muskegon Museum of Art

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 […]

GVSU survey hints at encouraging signs for West Michigan economy

GVSU survey hints at encouraging signs for West Michigan economy

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 Launches Study Abroad Program for Spring 2025

Baker College Launches Study Abroad Program for Spring 2025

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 […]

Goodwill Industries of West Michigan Unveils New Partnership

Goodwill Industries of West Michigan Unveils New Partnership

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 […]

Scott Meats raises $11,750 for Muskegon Maritime Academy

Scott Meats raises $11,750 for Muskegon Maritime Academy

Muskegon Heights– This past Saturday January 21, Scott Meats owner Craig Hindes and family held a fundraiser for the Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA). The community could buy a $100 gift card for only $75 with $25 going to support the school. The community responded overwhelmingly from Manistee, Muskegon, Grand Haven and all surrounding areas. The store […]

Muskegon Physician to serve as senior advisor to Maritime Academy

Muskegon Physician to serve as senior advisor to Maritime Academy

Muskegon native Dr. Byron Varnado, who has more than 20 years of experience meeting the needs of children and families as a family doctor, has been appointed as a “senior advisor” to Muskegon Maritime Academy’s National Advisory Team, school officials announced recently. Varnado’s expertise and insight will make an outstanding addition to Maritime Academy’s leadership […]

Michigan Irish Music Festival Returns September 15-18

Michigan Irish Music Festival Returns September 15-18

MUSKEGON- The Michigan Irish Music Festival, presented by Family Financial Credit Union, will return to Heritage Landing in downtown Muskegon on Sept. 15 -18th for four days of outstanding live music, culture, Irish food, beverages, and entertainment. The Michigan Irish Music Festival (MIMF) is celebrating its first year back since the onset of the pandemic. […]