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Muskegon, MI (June 15, 2025) – Taste of Muskegon closed out its 19th annual festival on Saturday with the presentation of the coveted Taste Plate Awards, recognizing the best dishes and experiences from the weekend. More than 30 local restaurants and food trucks competed for honors in a range of categories, from Best Dessert to ...

Muskegon, MI — MOKA is pleased to welcome five Adult Foster Care (AFC) homes to its Residential Program in Muskegon County through an acquisition from Samaritas. This acquisition benefits both providers by increasing capacity for quality care and strengthening community relationships in their respective programs. “We are really honored to have been awarded the contracts ...

Hackley Public Library Hours Main Hackley Library Building Mon-Tues: 9:00 – 7:00 pm Wed-Sat: 9:00 – 5:00pm Torrent House (HPL’s Local History/Genealogy Department) Tues-Sat: 9:00 – 5:00pm   Youth & Teen Programs: June Youth Take and Make Kits Pick up from Hackley Library Available beginning Monday, June 2 Do you know “How to Train Your ...

The Future 15 Awards are an annual recognition from the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce in partnership with JCI Greater Muskegon and WGVU Public Media. This is the 10-year anniversary of the Future 15 Program, with over 150 leaders having been recognized in the last decade. These young professionals are making significant contributions to the ...

MUSKEGON, MICH., June 3, 2025 — The 44th annual Trinity Health Seaway Run will take place on Saturday, June 28, 2025, starting at Heritage Landing in downtown Muskegon. One of West Michigan’s most beloved running events, the Seaway Run offers something for everyone with a Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, and Community Walk, all featuring scenic ...

Vintage vehicles and airplanes are all part of LST 393’s “Air Raid Muskegon.” James “Doc” McCloughan, Medal of Honor recipient.   America’s heroes went ashore during the D-Day invasion from an armada that included USS LST 393. That ship will again host a commemoration of the anniversary of the important day June 6-7. To mark ...

Muskegon, Newaygo, and Oceana Counties, MI (May, 2025) — United Way of the Lakeshore is proud to announce the launch of The Inclusion Exchange, a four-part community education series designed to help individuals, businesses, and service providers build more inclusive and affirming spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals across Muskegon, Newaygo, and Oceana Counties. This free series ...

  Muskegon, MI – Greater Muskegon Economic Development (GMED) is pleased to announce the appointment of Trevor Friedeberg as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Friedeberg, a seasoned economic development professional with a proven track record of regional collaboration and business attraction, will officially step into the role on June 2, 2025. Friedeberg currently ...

United Way of the Lakeshore Names Lisa Tyler as New President & CEO Experienced nonprofit leader returns to lead United Way into its next decade of impact   Muskegon, Newaygo, and Oceana Counties, MI – United Way of the Lakeshore is proud to announce the appointment of Lisa Tyler as its new President and Chief ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2025 MICHIGAN IRISH AMERICAN HALL OF FAME NAMES 2025 MEMBERS The Michigan Irish American Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 class of inductees. The Hall of Fame honors Irish Americans with strong ties to Michigan who have made significant contributions to various fields in Michigan life. Category of Public / Community ...