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Behind every successful small business, there is a strong community. For Tarah Rhenae, owner of Fillanthropie, that support started at the Western Market Chalets. Fillanthropie is Muskegon’s first low-waste refillery and sustainable goods store. With her passion for the environment and personal commitment to sustainable living, Tarah was inspired to bring eco-friendly options to Muskegon. Using her background in retail and operations, Tarah transformed her idea into a blossoming business.  The Western Market Chalets are seasonal business incubators that allow entrepreneurs to test concepts and build a customer base before committing to a permanent ...

LANSING– Just one month since President Trump announced the federal disaster declaration for the state of Michigan following the April 10 – 21, 2026, storms, tornadoes and flooding, Michiganders have received $12.3 million in federal assistance to support their disaster recovery efforts. As of July 30, the state’s recovery—led by Michigan State Police – Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division—includes ...

The White Lake Chamber Music Festival concluded its 17th season on a high note, celebrating ten inspiring days of world-class music, community partnerships, and unforgettable experiences throughout the White Lake area. From July 16–25, audiences gathered at churches, community venues, cafés, and outdoor settings, to enjoy exceptional performances by internationally acclaimed musicians. The festival featured ...

Kalamazoo, MICH — Consumers Credit Union announces that construction has begun on a new 2,225 square-foot office in Angola, Indiana, located at 2855 Seranova Way. The office is expected to open in early 2027 and marks Consumers’ first brick-and-mortar location in Indiana. The project follows the credit union’s 2024 charter expansion into the state and ...

Whistleblowers help protect tax system, public resources IR-2026-84, July 28, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today highlighted the upcoming National Whistleblower Day, and the important role whistleblowers play in exposing fraud, reducing the tax gap, and strengthening compliance. Observed annually on July 30, National Whistleblower Day commemorates the nation’s first whistleblower law, enacted ...

Senior Resources CEO recognized for advancing services and advocacy for older adults and caregivers  MUSKEGON, MI — For more than 36 years, Pam Curtis has dedicated her career to helping older adults and caregivers remain independent, connected and supported in their communities. Through her leadership at Senior Resources of West Michigan and her advocacy on behalf ...

 hackleylibrary.org   –   facebook.com/HackleyPL   –   231-722-8000  askus@hackleylibrary.org   –   316 W. Webster Ave. Muskegon, MI, 49440 Summer Reading Program – ALL AGES Ongoing (June 1 through August 1) HPL’s Summer Reading Program uses an online platform called Beanstack. When downloading the Beanstack app, be sure to search for Hackley Public Library. By tracking your reading and activities through ...

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced today tax relief for individuals and businesses in the State of Michigan affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that began on April 10, 2026. These taxpayers now have until Nov. 2, 2026, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. Following the ...

Muskegon, Michigan. Join us as Muskegon celebrates a historic milestone—the cleanup and restoration of the Muskegon Lake Area of Concern (AOC). This achievement marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter that will shape our community for generations to come. As we officially close the book on the AOC designation, residents ...

CHICAGO  –  Michigan homeowners and renters in Alcona, Allegan, Alpena, Antrim, Barry, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Gratiot, Iosco, Kalamazoo, Kalkaska, Manistee, Mecosta, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, Osceola, Presque Isle, Roscommon, Saginaw, Washtenaw, and Wexford counties with uninsured damage to their primary home, personal property loss or disaster-related emergency needs due to the ...