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Partner Content Event helps autistic children and adults get used to the airport environment and boarding experience. Rapid Growth

On Board for Autism: Airport simulation helps autistic kids take flight

Estelle SlootmakerSaturday, June 7, 2025
Feature Story The Rapid offers GVSU-dedicated routes, including the Laker Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and routes 37, 48, and 85, which cater to off-campus housing near Allendale. Rapid Growth

How Michigan’s biggest transit systems are connecting campuses, driving sustainability

Shandra MartinezWednesday, February 19, 2025
Feature Story GRR Ford Airport expansion. Rapid Growth

Published Together: 10 transformative projects to love that are shaping Grand Rapids’ future

Jeff HillWednesday, February 5, 2025
Feature Story Newly-elected Grand Rapids Mayor David LaGrand. Rapid Growth

Mayor David LaGrand brings personal passion to Grand Rapids’ transportation future

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 15, 2025
Feature Story "P" is for Patti (Smith) as well as Public (Transportation). Rapid Growth

How a life without a car led to financial freedom and a three-story home

Shandra MartinezWednesday, December 4, 2024
Feature Story Stories of hope, currated by Publisher Tommy Allen. Rapid Growth

Hope is a four-letter word: Publisher Tommy Allen shares reasons to be hopeful

Tommy AllenThursday, November 28, 2024
Feature Story Gerald R. Ford International Airport’s new sensory room offers a calming space for neurodivergent travelers, reducing anxiety and improving accessibility. Rapid Growth

Ford airport unveils sensory room for neurodivergent travelers

Tommy AllenWednesday, October 2, 2024
Feature Story Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss. Rapid Growth

Mayors talk transit: The intersection of public transportation and West Michigan’s economy

Shandra MartinezFriday, September 13, 2024
Feature Story Keith Morgan, president and CEO of the South Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. Rapid Growth

Driving growth: How business and transit collaboration is shaping the future of Grand Rapids

Shandra MartinezTuesday, August 27, 2024
Feature Story Ken Miguel-Cipriano works at WMCAT but used to be with Mobile Gr at City Hall. He is also an advocate for bike-friendly cities. Rapid Growth

The Rapid’s Transit Master Plan: What riders think

Shandra MartinezTuesday, June 25, 2024
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Una nueva página web simplifica la búsqueda de transporte público accesible en Michigan

Shandra MartinezMonday, May 6, 2024
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The Rapid worker honored for her ‘gold standard of customer service’

Shandra MartinezFriday, March 29, 2024
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New website simplifies search for accessible public transportation in Michigan

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 11, 2024
Feature Story Photo by Tommy Allen Rapid Growth

Master plan seeks to improve transportation by focusing on community needs

Ashley KingWednesday, October 25, 2023
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Issue Media Group relaunches Upper Peninsula publication

UPword StaffThursday, September 15, 2022
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