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Muskegon-based WINC: For All Women Veterans will celebrate its 10th anniversary this year.

A safe space and sisterhood for female veterans

Shanika P. CarterFriday, January 19, 2024

Community Land Trust Director Matias Martinez-Roca and Community Land Trust Sale Coordinator Freshta Tori Jan are lead members of the Dwelling Place team responsible for producing as well as assisting the public with access to these new homes.

2080 Union is a peek into the future and solutions found within Community Land Trusts

Tommy Allen, Rapid Growth PublisherWednesday, January 17, 2024

The Rapids' CEO Deborah Prato engages with local business leaders of Walker

Route 33 improves transit experience for Walker city riders

Ashley KingMonday, November 27, 2023

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Why a nonprofit is ending subminimum wages for workers with disabilities

Mark WedelMonday, November 27, 2023

Two GRIT wheelchair users pose at a local park.

All-terrain wheelchair loan program opens outdoors to more users

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, November 14, 2023

Michigan Council of Women in Technology (MCWT) conducts Camp Infinity as part of its efforts to encourage girls' interest in tech.

Local organizations and role models hope to put Michigan on the map for women in tech careers

Sarah SpohnWednesday, November 8, 2023

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Allocated funds will allow for greater detection of early childhood lead levels

Ashley KingTuesday, November 7, 2023

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Winning at Work's Sharon Rose Hayward brings workforce training initiative to unhoused women

Ashley KingMonday, October 30, 2023

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Recognizing the Cooley Innocence Project and National Wrongful Conviction Day

Shanika P. CarterWednesday, October 11, 2023

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Michigan Green Communities bestows “gold status” to the City of Grand Rapids

Estelle Slootmaker, Development News EditorWednesday, July 12, 2023

Megan and Andrew Howe enjoy the great outdoors.

Accountant with hearing loss advocates for her success

Kym ReinstadlerFriday, June 16, 2023

Athletes attending their first year have a set schedule to try everything the SEC offers. For those who return in subsequent years, the young athletes get to customize their schedule.

Sports Education Camp can be life-changing for athletes who are blind, low-vision

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, May 16, 2023

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Free Media Literacy Summit aims to increase community knowledge and experiences

Shanika P. CarterWednesday, May 10, 2023

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Mindset Meals: “Love is the most important ingredient.”

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, April 24, 2023

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House calls on Black businesses and entrepreneurs prescribe remedies for success

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, April 17, 2023

An untitled abstrst acrylic pour artwork created by an anonymous veteran during art therapy at Mel Trotter Ministries.

Using art as therapy to deal with the trauma of homelessness

Shanika P. CarterTuesday, April 11, 2023

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Moms Demand Action pushes forward

Gratia LeeMonday, April 10, 2023

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New rules requiring lead dust testing would “keep kiddos safe”

Estelle Slootmaker, Development News EditorMonday, March 13, 2023

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The Diatribe is a grassroots Grand Rapids youth-centered arts nonprofit.

New Burton Heights cultural arts center to be “an example of development without displacement”

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, February 28, 2023

The United Way ALICE initiative puts focus on the financial struggles faced by people with disabilities, while other efforts work to address those needs. (Canva)

More than half of people with disabilities in West Michigan struggle financially

Paul R. KopenkoskeySaturday, February 25, 2023

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