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.
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After battling back from a heart condition and leukemia, Liz Klinkoski, 31, is now recovering from a stroke.
German-born volunteer Hildegard Krusch, 90, delivers cheer and mail to hospital patients.
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Mary Lou, Sue and Christina celebrate three generations of caring for mothers and babies.
Skyler Moomey, 15, is battling convulsive seizures. And winning.
A new vaccine could be a major breakthrough in treating acute myeloid leukemia.
Retired police officer Ike VanHorn reclaims his life with bypass surgery and cardiac rehab.
Worried about cancer? A $249 genetic test could ease your mind.
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Larry Whitten rolled into pulmonary rehab in a wheelchair. He walked out using the stairs.
