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Partner Content Speakers at the University Research Corridor event included MSU Center for PFAS Research director Cheryl Murphy, Wayne State University School of Medicine assistant professor Rodrigo Fernandez-Valdivia, and Fraunhofer USA scientist Suzanne Witt. Rapid Growth

“A Piece of the Puzzle”: Grand Rapids event addresses growing PFAS concerns

Sabine Bickford BrownThursday, June 9, 2022
Feature Story Rafael Rapid Growth

Building momentum in careers and community: Latinx leadership program looks ahead

Matthew RussellWednesday, June 8, 2022
Feature Story Ava Devanney has used her Spanish skills when traveling to Latin American countries. Rapid Growth

How my Spanish Immersion education is preparing me for the future

Ava DevanneyTuesday, June 7, 2022
Feature Story Jonathan K. Cauchi leads a class through Disability Advocates of Kent County. Rapid Growth

Your words matter: How to respect people with disabilities

Paul R. KopenkoskeyFriday, June 3, 2022
Feature Story Despite a labor shortage, people with disabilities are dramatically underemployed. (Disability:IN) Rapid Growth

West Michigan employers leading the way in accessible workplaces

Shandra MartinezFriday, June 3, 2022
Longform Dr. Sabrina Ford, an associate professor in the Michigan State University College of Medicine Institute for Health Policy, is leading a project to analyze and address the causes of disparity in ER follow-up care for Black patients. Rapid Growth

Black ER patients are less likely to receive follow-up care, and this project is examining why

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, June 2, 2022
Feature Story Stephanie Deible is community is a inclusion specialist for Disability Network West Michigan. Rapid Growth

Former Ms. Wheelchair America leader advocates for inclusion

Kym ReinstadlerMonday, May 30, 2022
Longform Paula Nelson, Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center president and CEO, with Jessica Horton, a former Sacred Heart client and now a Sacred Heart peer support coach. Rapid Growth

Michigan’s recovery communities offer a "total ecosystem" of services for getting and staying sober

Estelle SlootmakerFriday, May 27, 2022
Partner Content A father selects fresh-picked radishes at a local farm stand. Rapid Growth

Creating sustainable, local food systems through food policy councils

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, May 25, 2022
Feature Story lunch at the library Rapid Growth

KDL’s summer feeding program helps to fill gaps in student nutrition

Sarah SpohnWednesday, May 25, 2022
Partner Content Families enjoying fresh fruits and vegetables at a local farm stand. Rapid Growth

The intersection of communities, educators, and food policy councils for just, healthy food systems

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, May 23, 2022
Feature Story banking program Rapid Growth

Banking program provides accounts with little or no fees to underserved communities

Sarah SpohnWednesday, May 18, 2022
Feature Story Sarah Sass Rapid Growth

Muskegon professionals find success, happiness close to home

Shanika P. CarterMonday, May 16, 2022
Feature Story The test kitchen highlights open spaces under the counter and sink for chairs or wheelchairs, lowered ovens, and cabinets with pull-down wire shelving. Rapid Growth

Community, inclusion inspire new Home Accessibility Center to support those with disabilities

Shandra MartinezMonday, May 16, 2022
Feature Story Residents can purchase composting bags for $5 for one bag or $12 for three bags. Rapid Growth

Ottawa County launches food composting program

Shandra MartinezFriday, May 13, 2022
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