Zeeland shop offers free flowers to lift community spirits
The COVID-19 pandemic moved the owner of Don’s Flowers and Gifts of Zeeland to revive its tradition of offering free flowers for customers to pass on to friends and family.
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Hope for recovery stirs as visitors flock to reopened Lakeshore downtowns
Photo essay shows how merchants in downtown Grand Haven and Holland are back in business. They are optimistically looking forward to recovery three months after shops and restaurants were ordered closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Pandemic’s effect on meat processing, supply steers customers to locally-sourced food
Third-generation farmer Kelly Raterink believes the growing demand for and interest in local foods will be a catalyst for further expansion and economic opportunity for regional producers.
‘Village of friends’ gets creative to help downtown Holland restaurant reopen
Sometimes, building a fence is not about keeping people out, it’s about inviting more people in. Many volunteered to build this fence so the Curragh Irish Pub could safely expand outdoor seating in Downtown Holland. It's just one example of the community's spirit of cooperation and collaboration, says Mayor Nathan Bocks.
Q&A: What businesses need to know ahead of reopening
Kristina Wieghmink, Ottawa County Department of Public Health information officer, answers questions about what businesses need to know to reopen under the “MI Safe Start Plan."
‘Heal the Zeel’ campaign rallies community support
The city of Zeeland’s “Feel the Zeel” tagline has temporarily switched to “Heal the Zeel” during the pandemic. Downtown businesses such as Out of the Box and Tripelroot say they appreciate the campaign's unifying message.
Michigan West Coast Chamber foundation announces downtown relief fund
A newly created relief fund will offer grants of up to $10,000 to businesses in downtown Holland and Zeeland struggling in the wake of the COVID-19 economic crisis. The deadline to apply is May 18.
Published Together: The benefits of flowers for Michiganders’ quality of life
CEO of Eastern Floral and Board Member of the West Michigan Asian American Association Bing Goei explores the benefits of flowers for quality of life, as well as his plans for providing this resource during COVID-19 shutdowns.
Small businesses remain integral to community amid crisis
Longtime shop owner Kathleen Leshner offers ideas on how we can support these "nonessential" businesses that are the heart and soul of what makes our communities unique.
What businesses need to know about Michigan’s mask mandate
As positive cases of COVID-19 rise, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer expanded the previous recommendation-only directive for use of face masks to a mandate. There are many implications to businesses, their patrons, and employees. Here's what you need to know.
Hope for recovery stirs as visitors flock to reopened Lakeshore downtowns
Photo essay shows how merchants in downtown Grand Haven and Holland are back in business. They are optimistically looking forward to recovery three months after shops and restaurants were ordered closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Pandemic’s effect on meat processing, supply steers customers to locally-sourced food
Third-generation farmer Kelly Raterink believes the growing demand for and interest in local foods will be a catalyst for further expansion and economic opportunity for regional producers.
‘Village of friends’ gets creative to help downtown Holland restaurant reopen
Sometimes, building a fence is not about keeping people out, it’s about inviting more people in. Many volunteered to build this fence so the Curragh Irish Pub could safely expand outdoor seating in Downtown Holland. It's just one example of the community's spirit of cooperation and collaboration, says Mayor Nathan Bocks.
Q&A: What businesses need to know ahead of reopening
Kristina Wieghmink, Ottawa County Department of Public Health information officer, answers questions about what businesses need to know to reopen under the “MI Safe Start Plan."
‘Heal the Zeel’ campaign rallies community support
The city of Zeeland’s “Feel the Zeel” tagline has temporarily switched to “Heal the Zeel” during the pandemic. Downtown businesses such as Out of the Box and Tripelroot say they appreciate the campaign's unifying message.
Michigan West Coast Chamber foundation announces downtown relief fund
A newly created relief fund will offer grants of up to $10,000 to businesses in downtown Holland and Zeeland struggling in the wake of the COVID-19 economic crisis. The deadline to apply is May 18.
Published Together: The benefits of flowers for Michiganders’ quality of life
CEO of Eastern Floral and Board Member of the West Michigan Asian American Association Bing Goei explores the benefits of flowers for quality of life, as well as his plans for providing this resource during COVID-19 shutdowns.
Small businesses remain integral to community amid crisis
Longtime shop owner Kathleen Leshner offers ideas on how we can support these "nonessential" businesses that are the heart and soul of what makes our communities unique.
