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Cultural Features
Is it jobs or the lakeshore driving professionals to GR? Recent relocatees share their stories
By Marjorie Steele
Thursday, December 13, 2018
With low unemployment and an increasing number of jobs, Grand Rapids has a lot to offer relocating professionals. RG explores why professionals from across the country are making the move.
Rapid Blog: Jenn Fillenworth interviews 4 women chefs working to bridge the gender gap in local food
By Jenn Fillenworth
Thursday, December 06, 2018
Jenn Fillenworth, MS, RD, is a chef and registered dietitian with a passion for sustainable food systems and culinary medicine. In her Rapid Blog, Fillenworth interviews four local female chefs working to bridge the gender gap in West Michigan restaurants.
Rapid Blog: It's a brand new day for cannabis in Michigan
By Roberta F. King
Thursday, November 15, 2018
In this Rapid Blog, Roberta F. King, co-owner of Canna Communication, explores the future for marijuana in Michigan after the approval of Proposal 1.
Michigan's homeless face major barriers to healthcare: Here's how care providers are trying to help
By Sarah Rigg
Thursday, October 04, 2018
Many healthcare organizations across Michigan are finding creative ways to provide accessible healthcare to Michigan's most vulnerable residents, the homeless.
New study reveals economic impact of immigrants and refugees in Kent County
By Paul R. Kopenkoskey
Thursday, October 04, 2018
Kent County’s 50,176 immigrants contributed $3.3 billion to the county’s gross domestic product in 2016. Here's how these community members are making a huge impact on the local economy.
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Holland's new kid-friendly museum celebrates West Michigan's design roots, encourages hands-on play
Caledonia church "goes to town" with purchase, rehab of Heritage Hill Christian Science building
High Five Co-op Brewery makes it official with membership buy-in party
Grand Rapids Public Museum's Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium reaches for the stars with $1.2M overhaul
Perception, longtime Grand Rapids gallery, moves to new Heartside location after 19 years
Taco Boy adds a sixth location, opens new quick eats option in downtown Grand Rapids
New Grand Rapids studio a unique workspace for traditional, contemporary printmakers
After 18 years on Monroe North, Grand Rapids' LaFontsee Galleries plans move
Paranormal investigations top the list at new Grand Rapids walking tour company
Kalamazoo restaurateur brings "beyond authentic" Thai dining to former Grand Rapids hotspot
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Lessons in creativity and entrepreneurship with Carbon Stories
Muse GR renovates an idea: From adult bookstore, to photography studio, to interactive art gallery
culturedGR: Closing the gap in arts coverage
Young Professional Spotlight: Tonisha Begay finds her voice in multicultural affairs
Latinx Restaurant Roundup
Look good, feel good, and do good–the Delasie ripple effect
Cheap thrills: How to explore downtown Grand Rapids without breaking the bank
Giving back: A guide to volunteering in Grand Rapids
Entrepreneurial Gold podcasts highlight diverse group of entrepreneurs & creatives in West Michigan
Cultured.GR launches to examine and celebrate Grand Rapids' fine arts scene
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In the News
Artists' street market transforms South Division into Avenue for the Arts
Source: Mlive.com
Forbes rates Pure Michigan travel/tourism campaign in top 10 worldwide
Source: Forbes.com
National expert on talent attraction, retention says ArtPrize redefines community engagement
Source: BlipTV.com
Texas travel mag touts Grand Rapids’ vacation attractions as worth the trip
Source: The Tribune Newspapers
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