HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) — Andrea Goodell, assistant editor of The Lakeshore, talked with WHTC morning news anchor Peg McNichol about people and organizations making a difference along the Lakeshore. Highlights of their conversation on April 23, 2021 (Full podcast at https://omny.fm/shows/whtcs-morning-news-podcast/good-things-on-the-lake-shore-with-andrea-goodell):
Teachers play prominent role in judge’s journey from migrant work to court bench. As a child, Juanita Flores Bocanegra spent growing seasons in Holland. The 58th District judge is grateful for her parents’ support of her education, and spotlights three West Ottawa district teachers who inspired her to do quality work and reach for academic excellence.
Community Foundation invests in Jubilee housing with line of credit. A $250,000 line of credit from the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area will allow Jubilee Ministries to invest in property over the next five years.
Hundreds kept housed during COVID by eviction diversion program in Ottawa County. Good Samaritan Ministries has worked with landlords and tenants to help hundreds maintain housing during the COVID-19 pandemic. It takes work on both sides.
How hope and joy can be found in the darkest times. Lakeshore resident Steve Harryman recounts his late wife’s cancer diagnosis with a grim prognosis and the way participation in a support group with those on a similar journey replaced her grief with joy and compassion for others.
Things to do
3 to 4:30 p.m., Sunday, April 25, Who Likes Frogs and Toads — For Kids, Hemlock Crossing, 8115 West Olive Road, West Olive: Learn how frogs and toads wake up from their winter naps, and what they like to do now that spring is here. You’ll also learn a few frog calls at this kid-oriented outdoor program, geared for kids ages 5-12 (must be accompanied by an adult). Learn more about this Wildlife Encounter at visitgrandhaven.com. Free
7 to 8 p.m., Thursday, April 29, Matias Alten Exhibit, Holland Museum, 31 W. 10th St.: Inside the Artist’s Mind: Mathias Alten’s Drawings with Michigan artist and teacher Royce Deans. Focusing on Mathias Alten’s drawings in the current exhibition, Mathias Alten: Beyond the Oil Paintings, as well as his own works, Michigan artist and teacher Royce Deans will discuss the importance of drawing and sketching to the artistic process and what those drawings reveal about the artist. This virtual program is adult and child-friendly. Registration is required for this program on Eventbrite. Free, but donations appreciated
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