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3-county United Way merger strengthens regional collaboration
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Ottawa County program preserves farmland for future generations
By Shandra Martinez
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
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Young Professional of the Year praises group for opportunities
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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
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Downtown Holland extends popular outdoor expansion program
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Thursday, September 10, 2020
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Zeeland challenges residents to be great neighbors
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By Bev Berens
Thursday, September 3, 2020
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Capital for Compassion works to enable homeless to ‘live a more gracious life’
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Tuesday, September 1, 2020
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