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Master plan seeks to improve transportation by focusing on community needs

The TMP is a public-led, community-based study meant to gather as many different opinions as possible. This is an important approach because public transportation is meant to serve the community.

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Fall themed events to look forward to in West Michigan

West Michigan events have shifted to fall themes with many taking place over the next couple of weeks. There is something for everybody!

Isabelle Buck leads be nice. program at Grandville Middle School
New be nice. video series focuses on young adults.

Its partnership with Grand Valley State University researchers  has culminated in the creation of the be nice. video series. 

Home-based early childhood educators are essential to Michigan's childcare and preschool landscape.
Mixed delivery of Michigan’s PreK for All could include home-based early childhood educators

A common concern about PreK for All that came up during listening sessions was the role of home-based childcare and early education providers.

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Focusing on responsible growth and transparency with award winning chocolate

Atucún Chocolate, partnering with Roast Umber, has kept up the ancient tradition of chocolate making and brought craft chocolate to Michigan.   

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Creating a culture where all can thrive in the construction industry
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Steelcase Foundation Grant will allow Arbor Circle to expand mental health counseling accessibility

A $100,000 Steelcase Foundation grant  will support a two-year Arbor Circle project focused on mental health support for children and families.   

Participants at Ypsilanti PreK for All listening session.
PreK for All listening sessions gather feedback from parents, childcare providers, and educators

PreK for All listening sessions in Michigan's 10 prosperity regions gather feedback from parents, childcare providers, and educators.

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