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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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. […]
Muskegon – Taste of Muskegon returns to Hackley Park on June 10th and 11th for its 16th year with a few new twists. The party will continue on June 11th with an after party at Burl & Sprig deemed A Funny After Taste. Zank Comedy has a lineup of comedians to entertain while patrons sip […]
MUSKEGON – The Lakeshore Art Festival will host international street artist David Zinn at this year’s event taking place June 25 & 26 in Downtown Muskegon. Zinn has been creating original artwork in and around Ann Arbor, Michigan since 1987. For more than twenty years, he freelanced for a wide variety of commercial clients while […]