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The Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF) began play in February with teams playing in arenas across the nation.
Bump, set, spike: Rise taking West Michigan by storm

Grand Rapids rises to the occasion with support for its new professional volleyball team.  

Corewell Health among healthcare systems leveraging local farms for healthy food options

Medical institutions around Michigan are using their local resources to bring real food to their staff and patients.

Through learning about healthy foods, both childcare providers and children grow

Childcare providers are using grants and Go NAPSACC to bring fresh foods to the kids. The program teaches healthy eating and physical activity habits in children through free, easy-to-use online tools.   

How ‘Incubation’ kitchens are helping food entrepreneurs affordably scale their businesses

Three Michigan nonprofits are providing support to food entrepreneurs, from access to commercial kitchens to local food systems, to help them launch their business more affordably and sustainably. 

(L – R) Deidre Fields, community partner, James Gunter, community advocate, and Ashley Hines, executive director of Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation, in front of the African American History Gallery on Broadway Avenue in Benton Harbor.
Bold revitalization plan for Benton Harbor’s Empire Corridor

Community-driven revitalization plan for Benton Harbor Empire Corridor envisions a neighborhood transformed into a vibrant haven for all.

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Michigan’s community mental health agencies expanding crisis care

Michigan’s community mental health agencies are stepping up to evolve the way they offer care to those in need — especially crisis care. Genesee Health System and Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority are two examples.

How Produce Prescriptions are promoting healthy behaviors across Michigan

More than 20 Produce Prescription Programs operating across the state are helping people improve their diets by giving them access to fresh fruits and vegetables.

Jessica Jones, be nice. communications director, and Isabelle Buck, student volunteer.
Back-to-school with community mental health

Community mental health supports students as they go back to school.

Alexx Smith, recipient of the 2022 Bob Davis Independent Living Award, stands with Disability Network Southwest Michigan staff member Mary Fortney.
DNSWM highlights ‘remarkable progress’ with ADA Celebration

The Disability Network Southwest Michigan will mark this year’s Americans with Disabilities Act anniversary with a celebration on July 28  at the Kalamazoo Farmers Market.

The band Flexadecibel performs at Party in the Park in 2022.
Disability Network West Michigan hosts inclusive Party in the Park on July 28

Disability Network West Michigan is making the Party in the Park on July 28 accessible in several ways, from having ASL interpreters to wheelchair-accessible seating.

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