Three West Michigan fellowship winners advance zero-waste business, forest protection, and climate justice, inspiring communities to adopt sustainable and equitable solutions.
Scholar Yilin Wendland-Liu's journey from rural China to West Michigan leadership, embracing identity, empowering youth, and strengthening Asian American community connections.
In the age of the pandemic and growing digital platforms, the Grand Rapids music community looks to the future of music making and live performances.
In an innovative three-way partnership, the city of Grand Rapids, The Rapid and DTE Energy look to repurpose waste into renewable natural gas to fuel city vehicles. This initiative seeks to decrease carbon emissions and improve the community.
The Actors’ Theatre focuses on curating inclusive and creative pop-up performances centered on identity, community and love.
Generational shifts in transportation have prompted a new outlook on alternative transportation and highlight solutions for getting around without a vehicle.
High automobile speeds and distracted drivers create increased pedestrian safety concerns, prompting infrastructure shifts and conversations about street safety.
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