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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

Benjamin's Hope founders Krista Mason (right) and Dave Mason pose with animal scientist and autism advocate Temple Grandin.

Autism rights advocate Temple Grandin hails those who think differently

Andrea GoodellFriday, February 24, 2023

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Grand Rapids African American Health Institute will expand and enhance programming aimed at reducing health disparities within the county's BIPOC communities with $1 million in American Recovery Program Act funds.

Grant expands GRAAHI’s power to eliminate health disparities

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, January 30, 2023

From left: Dennis Young, Tom Sikkema and Melinda Young.

Ride YourWay fills niche for wheelchair-accessible transportation service in West Michigan

Paul R. KopenkoskeySaturday, January 21, 2023

Tom Sikkema is responsible for promoting Go MUVE’s tagging feature, which enables users to identify levels of accessibility within their community.

Transportation app redefines mobility for people with disabilities who don’t drive

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, December 19, 2022

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