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Rapid Blog: Attorney Belinda Orozco's passion to serve unaccompanied migrant children

By Belinda Orozco with Susan Reed Thursday, January 31, 2019

Belinda Orozco, Staff Attorney with Michigan Immigrant Rights Center’s Grand Rapids office, speaks about her own experience separated from her family while in custody of U.S. Customs and Border Patrol.

Diversity is our strength: GR receives grant to create welcoming task force for new Americans

By Lauren Fay Carlson, Managing Editor Thursday, January 31, 2019

New American Economy and Welcoming America recently awarded the City of Grand Rapids with a matching $12,500 grant to create a welcoming task force dedicated to researching the best ways to support new Americans in our community.

How three Michigan groups use food to connect to culture

By Dorothy Hernandez Thursday, January 17, 2019

From Grand Rapids to Sault Ste. Marie to Detroit, Michigan organizations and activists are tapping into the value of community gardens, culturally relevant dishes and local resources to build community.

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.

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Rapid Blog: Attorney Belinda Orozco's passion to serve unaccompanied migrant children

Diversity is our strength: GR receives grant to create welcoming task force for new Americans

How three Michigan groups use food to connect to culture

Is it jobs or the lakeshore driving professionals to GR? Recent relocatees share their stories

Rapid Blog: Jenn Fillenworth interviews 4 women chefs working to bridge the gender gap in local food

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