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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Emergency department doctor partners with innovative team to bring his time-saving charting idea to fruition.
Despite social stigma, the vaccine has proven effective in fighting the virus and cervical cancer.
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Atlanta doctors told Elijah's family he had days to live. They refused to accept this and found hope 800 miles away.
Music teacher Patricia Hazen beats cancer with help from a brother who donated stem cells.
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Grand Rapids semi-pro soccer team benefits from rapid-response medical help.
