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#RG20LookBack: A fresh food facelift…timely revisited
In his 26th #RG20LookBack column, Rapid Growth Publisher Tommy Allen revisits his 2013 story about the more than 50 farmers markets and fruit stands that connected West Michiganders with fresh, locally grown food.
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#RG20 LookBack: Harm reduction’s Naloxone is the CPR we never talk about
In his 27th #RG20LookBack column celebrating Rapid Growth’s 20th anniversary, Tommy revisits Heidi Stukkie’s 2012 story about The Red Project and the power of community partnerships to improve public health across West Michigan.
Passing it forward: At GRPM, volunteers of all ages teach history and get taught right back
With 46% of its volunteers under 50, the Grand Rapids Public Museum is challenging assumptions about who volunteers and showing how interaction across generations transforms objects into shared understanding.
How public murals will transform downtown Lowell
Work on four new murals across downtown Lowell will begin in August, launching the city’s first coordinated public art initiative.
How Rx Kids brings trust and financial relief to moms
Cash support program expands into southeast Grand Rapids, giving families flexibility while reducing financial stress during pregnancy and infancy.
‘It’s full circle for me’: GR Housing Commission adapts to changing needs
The Housing Commission’s mission begins with its people, whose passion for helping others has shaped the agency’s work for over 60 years.
Partnerships help students with disabilities prepare for careers while building confidence and independence
Disability Network West Michigan partners with schools and colleges to remove barriers and help students progress toward employment and independent living.
Designer aims to elevate quality of life through accessible housing plans
Disability Advocates and a West Michigan designer create housing plans for safe, independent living.
Alpena builds accessibility roadmap by listening first, improving public spaces for everyone
Alpena’s accessibility assessment helps prioritize affordable improvements, showing small communities how resident input can guide inclusive planning and investment.
How one family instilled children with values of hard work, entrepreneurship
Four siblings launch businesses as parents encourage creativity, resilience, and responsibility through hands-on lessons in entrepreneurship.
#RG20LookBack: A fresh food facelift…timely revisited
In his 26th #RG20LookBack column, Rapid Growth Publisher Tommy Allen revisits his 2013 story about the more than 50 farmers markets and fruit stands that connected West Michiganders with fresh, locally grown food.
Little Michiganders need more investment in early interventions
Michigan legislature’s FY 2027 state budget includes a much needed $1.45 million increase for Early On.
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