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Feature Story Marcus Ringnalda, construction consultant and historic preservationist, purchased the Four Star Theatre and formed the Friends of Four Star, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to save the iconic building and restore it as a multi-use cul

Historic theater revives as creative hub for community

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 23, 2025
Feature Story KDL doesn't have a library in Grattan Township, but the bookmobile has made several visits, and the library has sponsored special events such as a visit by the Critter Barn.

Kent District Library expands access with innovative services across Kent County

Shandra MartinezWednesday, February 26, 2025
Feature Story Sarah Lewakowski is the executive director of Mosaic Counseling.

Grant bolsters mental health services for youth in Kent and Ottawa counties

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 6, 2025
Feature Story The development of the Emory Arts and Culture Hub will further the work of The Diatribe in the Grand Rapids art community.

Local arts organization breaks ground on new community arts building

Ashley KingWednesday, July 24, 2024
Feature Story Major donors have already contributed $7.3 million toward the $8.5 million goal for the Ada Covered Bridge Park.

Ada envisions new $8.5M covered bridge park

Rapid Growth StaffWednesday, May 22, 2024
Feature Story Donna and Gene Allgaier-Lamberti

What happens when disability rights run up against homeowner associations' rules?

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, January 22, 2024
Feature Story 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
Development News Courtesy of Healthy Homes Coalition of West Michigan Facebook page

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

Ashley KingTuesday, November 7, 2023
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Degage enlists artist Derrick Hollowell to engage its patrons through art

Estelle Slootmaker, Development News EditorMonday, May 22, 2023
Feature Story The leadership team of the Community Collaboration on Climate Change, or C4.

Uplifting the marginalized: C4 brings community to the forefront

Gratia LeeWednesday, March 29, 2023
Feature Story Alejandra Gomez, UNI education initiatives director

Bringing education and enrichment to Southwest Detroit youth

David SandsWednesday, January 18, 2023
Development News Roberto Clemente Park

Roberto Clemente Park renovation wins awards and community’s hearts

Estelle Slootmaker, Development News EditorMonday, November 14, 2022
Development News Coffee sold by Last Mile Café.

Last Mile Café serves coffee, philanthropy and sustainability — and soon, the 49507

Estelle Slootmaker, Development News EditorTuesday, September 13, 2022
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