Marie Havenga is a veteran journalist of more than 30 years. The Grand Rapids native launched her journalism career at age 15, writing for WorkWeek, a weekly business magazine. She joined the Grand Haven Tribune staff as a columnist and reporter in 2003, after writing for the Grand Rapids Press for more than two decades. A boating and water enthusiast, she lives on the shores of Spring Lake. Havenga has published an environmental children's book and her writing has been featured in several national publications.
Little Madison Mick provides a shining example to her father on how to persevere.
39 Lonnie Martin, 48, loves cruises. But then a cruise left her feeling like she's forever on the high seas.
1.2k Menopause wreaked all manner of havoc on Chris Burns for 10 years. With help from a specialist, she found the relief she needed.
24 A new portable intubation chamber may protect frontline health care workers during the pandemic.
1.8k Cancer survivors are celebrated virtually with messages of hope, flowers and a grove of trees.
53 When they needed help, these patients found comfort in urgent care.
146 A pediatric infectious disease doctor shares a glimpse into what it takes to keep a community healthy and prepare a hospital for a pandemic.
157 After weeks of focusing on urgent medical needs and virtual care, patients and providers are glad to be able to return to in-person visits for routine care.
106 A pediatric infectious disease specialist shares crucial information about COVID-19 and the inflammatory disease making headlines around the world.
508 Area manufacturers help bridge the gap in face masks with industrial sewing machines, operating room materials and an innovative spirit.
326 Pediatric patients' drawings come alive with the help of Grand Rapids Civic Theatre dreamers.
890 Shane Carne wanted to help during COVID-19, so he volunteered to leave his post as a surgical operating room nurse to work as an intensive care nurse.
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