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Shortage of affordable housing squeezes economic growth, report says
Developer Day report explores responses to housing shortages, industrial demand, and changing market conditions.
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Ferris State taps public health dentist to launch Michigan’s first dental therapy program
Dr. Deborah Brown will lead Michigan’s first dental therapy program at Ferris State, preparing providers to improve access to routine dental care.
#RG20LookBack: People have the power…to change
In his 23rd #RG20LookBack, Rapid Growth Publisher Tommy Allen revisits his 2014 story, “Let’s Break Some Laws & Eggs Together,” a cheeky look at two ordinances that no longer fit the Grand Rapids many envisioned.
Traverse City recognizes how accessibility can build tourism
Northern Michigan organizations partner to improve accessibility, helping more travelers enjoy Traverse City while building a more welcoming tourism destination.
Designer’s accessibility sticker encourages communities to rethink who automatic doors serve
Grand Rapids designer Aidan Van Doren created an accessibility sticker showing automatic doors benefit parents, workers, older adults, and people with disabilities.
Philanthropy collective supports 85 nonprofits with $1 million in Kent County
Women Who Care of Kent County tops $1 million in donations, showing how collective giving has helped more than 85 local nonprofits.
The Hartford Nationals brings 400 adaptive athletes to Grand Rapids July 10-16
More than 400 athletes with disabilities from across the nation will compete; Paralympian Matt Scott will surprise six athletes with adaptive sports equipment.
Community Media Center helps convert old tapes into lasting digital memories
Grand Rapids Community Media Center helps residents digitize aging tapes and photo negatives, offering affordable tools and training to preserve family memories for future generations.
Shortage of affordable housing squeezes economic growth, report says
Developer Day report explores responses to housing shortages, industrial demand, and changing market conditions.
La crisis de la fuerza laboral en el cuidado infantil en Michigan impulsa la búsqueda de reformas salariales permanentes
Los bajos salarios siguen impulsando la inestabilidad laboral.
أزمة القوى العاملة في قطاع رعاية الأطفال في ميشيغان تدفع نحو إصلاحات دائمة للأجور
انخفاض الأجور يواصل دفع عدم استقرار القوى العاملة
Kids’ Food Basket, schools join to address rural hunger
Partnerships between rural schools, Kids’ Food Basket identify food insecurity, connect families with support, and improve nutrition.
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