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With Storm Clouds on the Horizon, Community Leaders Meet
Leaders from throughout the county convened Tuesday, May 20th at TrueNorth Community Services as presenters from many local entities shared the harsh reality the proposed cuts to Medicaid and other federal funding would have on our community.
And it wasn’t pretty. The Forum was titled “Cuts Have Consequences” and the meeting saw a series of facts and figures delivered by leadership from many of the areas to be affected.... Newaygo: The Nott Takes a Bow... TGIF- Traffic Gets Insane on Fridays... An Early End to Bridgework
It seems there’s a New Kid in Town that goes by the name of Newaygo Old Town Tavern (a.k.a. “The Nott”). Apparently, there’s a bit of a ‘soft’ opening today (“We are Open and We’re Nott”) and what better time than the Friday when it seems somewhere near half of our southern neighbors are driving through.
If you recall the wonderful little destination shoppe of culinary craftsmanship known as Gala Gourmet, The Nott has set up residence in this downtown site and... Making a Splash in FremontThe Fremont Splash pad is open for business. We stopped in on Friday and while the cool weather didn’t lend itself to toddlers and young-uns frolicking under the sprays of water it had this aura of anticipation. As if the well-designed little patch of play had a sense that it will be seeing some significant action in the coming days.
If you are a downtowner with a couple of kids who want to be outside on a blistering hot day, what better way to cool them off while lounging on one of the three welcoming benches provided for those in charge of the littles and maybe chatting it up with a group (there will undoubtedly be regulars) about the whole parenting thing?... Community Foundation Advocates for Newaygo County in Lansing
In mid-April, Lola Harmon-Ramsey, director of impact and engagement, spent the day in Lansing as part of the Council of Michigan Foundations’ (CMF) Foundations in Lansing event. The day was focused on early childhood issues and included meetings with Representative Joseph Fox and Senator Rick Outman. A month earlier, Harmon-Ramsey and Trustee Julie Burrell visited Washington D.C. for Foundations on the Hill, hosted by United Philanthropy Forum and CMF.
On April 23, five members of the Community Foundation’s Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) and their staff advisors, Maria Gonzalez and Patti Wheater, attended Michigan Prevention Association’s Advocacy Day at the Capitol. YAC high school students and advisors joined a group from Corewell Health Gerber Hospital and the Headway Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition for the event... Rep. Fox Stops in at Grant CAHC
The Grant Child and Adolescent Health Center (CAHC) had a visitor on Friday May 9th as State Representative Joseph Fox was given a tour as well as some information from the Center’s staff.
The CAHC is hoping to expand and enhance their dental services at the site as part of a proposed renovation. While looking over the plans for the changes, Fox... Letter: Proposed Cuts to Medicaid
The looming Congressional budget bill includes proposed cuts to Medicaid that would affect approximately 750,000 people in Michigan alone. These cuts would drastically reduce access to essential services such as mental health care, autism support, adult foster care, and preventive medical treatment. Without preventative care, more individuals will wait until they are seriously ill, increasing reliance on emergency departments,services that are both more expensive and less efficient.
Rural hospitals, in particular, depend heavily on Medicaid funding. If that funding disappears, so might the hospitals and specialty services that many communities rely on. Our former Congressman Huizenga told me that healthcare is a privilege, not a right, as if the people who qualify for Medicaid are somehow less deserving of care. But the reality is... The Story of the Steinway Model D Concert Grand Piano
I was watching a talented pianist play a Steinway and Sons Model D Concert Grand Piano. Holy smokes, the holy grail of pianos. In our practical world we most often go straight to the value of something. I knew that in terms of USA dollars you could buy a county in Arkansas, or that Piano I was listening to.
So here is the mystery. How did a Steinway and Sons Model D Concert Grand Piano make its way to this Newaygo County community? To here in this exemplary Performing Arts Center located within a stone’s throw of... Hands in the Dirt: Wild Geranium
A walk in the woods this time of year rewards you with more than fresh air, exercise and calming negative ions. The spring ephemeral wildflowers are in bloom. Wild geranium (Geranium maculatum) is one of them.
Also known as cranesbill, the wild geranium grows mostly along the edge of woodlands. Each plant grows to a height of about 12 to 28 inches high. It spreads to a width of about 12 to 18 inches. Like most spring wildflowers,... 
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SEARCH NEAR NORTH NOWThe View From Here: No Panic! Go Tigers!
While I have tried to stay away from commenting on my beloved Tigers, this weekend has unleashed the pent-up emotions a true dyed in the wool Tiger fan is going through these days They dropped three in a row to those damned Guardians.
Side Note: It remains amazing in a way to me how the national sports media continues to downplay the team that has consistently been atop the W-L records in all of the majors. They have been... Senior Produce Program
SPORTSCloud Girls Capture 6th at State
The team tallied 22 personal records on the day. Justice Dixon was the leading scorer and the anchor of the 1st place 4x100 team with Kiah Rogers, Natalie Dyke and Gabriella Dakin. Their PR time of 52.3 has them .5 seconds of the school record and they have one more chance to...
WC Girls Capture Regional Title
"I have been coaching for 28 years. This is one of the groups that as a coach you get lucky enough to be a part of their journey. These girls don't just desire victory; they sculpt it with relentless effort. Their dedication and understanding of what it truly takes to win fills me with immense pride. There's a unique thrill in witnessing all the pieces come together –
Regional Champions: Newaygo Lions Track Take the Trophy
“Track isn’t a team sport.” Until it is.
Until it takes every single last point from every single last event and it still comes down to the very final race where not only does Newaygo have to win the 4 x 400 meter relay, but they also have to rely on other teams beating out Saugatuck so they don’t get too many points. Then it is a team event. In every way. Where the athletes aren’t running, throwing or jumping for themselves as much as they are for the points to get their team a Regional championship. And that’s exactly what Newaygo Lady Lions did on Friday, May 16.... JOBS
FHC Seeking Respite AideFamily Health Care is seeking a part-time Respite Aide to join its clinic in White Cloud. This role provides in-home companionship and support for older adults. No experience is required, and the hours are flexible. Starting wage is $12.48/hr. To apply, visit familyhealthcare.org/careers.
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