Mackinac Island

Workforce housing, staffing, inflation among top challenges for Michigan tourism industry

The ongoing labor shortage, lack of affordable housing for workers and the challenges surrounding short-term rentals are among the top concerns of state tourism...
Holland Waterfront plan

Holland residents to determine future of waterfront in May election

HOLLAND — A May ballot initiative in which city voters will determine a potential land swap will make or break decades-long efforts to redevelop...
Liberty Plastics Inc. is expanding in Holland Township

Lakeshore plastic injection molding company doubling footprint to support growth

HOLLAND TWP. — A lakeshore plastic injection molding company is more than doubling its Holland Township manufacturing footprint as part of a nearly $3...

LAUP nears fifth decade serving Latinx community

An organization on the lakeshore is marking 48 years of advancing the welfare of marginalized populations with its services, programs and events.

Report: Employer outlook remains positive

Ottawa and Allegan counties remained economically strong in 2021, showing growth trends rooted in the strength of the manufacturing industry, according to a Lakeshore Advantage report released last month.
AP

Cruise ships to return to Muskegon after canceled seasons

MUSKEGON — Cruise ships will visit Muskegon again this summer after stops were canceled for two years due to the coronavirus pandemic.

KAI Cannabis opens Muskegon dispensary

A cannabis company opened its second Michigan location in Muskegon over the weekend.

Waypost Brewing Co. takes gold at American Beer Festival

Waypost Brewing Co. received a gold medal for its Waypost Saison at the 2021 Great American Beer Festival (GABF) competition presented by the Brewers Association.

New leadership program develops nonprofit executives

Most often, nonprofits’ budgets go toward programming and overhead, and little is left for talent development. A new partnership in Ottawa County is trying to change that.

Comcast opens Wi-Fi hotspot at Boys & Girls Club in Muskegon

Comcast opened the first Wi-Fi-connected “Lift Zone” in Muskegon at the Boys & Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore, 900 W. Western Ave.

Taste of Muskegon returns to Hackley Park with 30 local vendors

The Taste of Muskegon food festival is returning to Muskegon with a special autumn edition next month.

EarthTronics expands energy-saving linear LED line

A provider of energy-saving lighting products in the region is offering a new line of LED lamp solutions for commercial retrofit applications.

EarthTronics debuts Back Light LED Panel Series

A Norton Shores company rolled out a series of high-efficient illumination panels for use in commercial, educational and health care environments.

United Way of the Lakeshore hosting baby product drive

A United Way chapter on the lakeshore is asking the community to donate baby products or money to local expecting families in need this month.

EarthTronics rolls out LED fixtures for commercial and industrial lighting

An LED energy-efficient solutions company in the region rolled out a new lighting product for commercial, manufacturing and warehousing applications.

Tapestry Collection by Hilton adds Holland hotel

The CityFlatsHotel in Holland is now officially a part of the Tapestry Collection, which is owned by Hilton.

Lakeshore Restaurant Week returns in Muskegon

A broadcast media company is bringing back the Muskegon Lakeshore Restaurant Week this month.

Taste of Muskegon rescheduled for September

Taste of Muskegon will mark its 15th year in the fall instead of the summer due to COVID-19 gathering restrictions.

Consumers Credit Union breaks ground on Grand Haven branch

A Kalamazoo-based credit union is building its first location in the city of Grand Haven.

Downtown Holland announces changes to annual Girlfriends Weekend

Downtown Holland’s annual Girlfriends Weekend will return this year from March 5-7 but with changes in place to ensure public safety.