With an unemployment rate under 3%, Ottawa County has one of the lowest in the state. Allise Wilkerson, talent solutions manager for West Michigan Works!, discusses the opportunities the talent shortage is creating for workers.

Between 2013-2018, seven college campuses experienced recorded outbreaks of Meningitis B, a disease that often results in severe and deadly consequences. Alicia Stillman, who lost her daughter Emily Stillman to MenB, formed the Emily Stillman Foundation, which serves as a global advocate for health and wellness issues, raising awareness of MenB and encouraging organ and tissue donation.

Out of his own personal desire to connect with fellow sneakerheads around town, Alec Arambula organized Kicks & Koffee — which operates as a platform for like-minded individuals to connect over an un-intimidating cup of joe. So whether you drink coffee or not, this young entrepreneur and coffee aficionado is encouraging people of all walks of life to come together, share their stories, and most importantly, 'lace up and smell the coffee.'

Startup Grind Grand Rapids' mission is to educate, inspire, and connect entrepreneurs via monthly events that feature fireside chats featuring local CEOs, founders, leaders, and influencers. At the launch they welcomed Bloombright's Cara Debbaudt.

Food rescue operations in Michigan are doing their best to reclaim good food that would otherwise go to the landfill – and positively affecting public health in the process.

The holidays are here and the sales never end. Before you start checking off your list, though, three business owners explain how shopping local recirculates back into the community, provides more opportunities for businesses and nearby neighborhoods, and helps promote entrepreneurship.