With 30 designs already on the drawing board, maybe number 31 will be the ticket for Joey Ruiter to build his office/workshop on a tiny plot of vacant land near Founders Brewing Co. But then again, maybe not.
Invention has become a necessity for a number of local entrepreneurs who just aren't satisfied with the status quo. Cynthia VanRenterghem and Kerry VerMeulen launched a company selling a nifty gardening aid that started over their chance conversation in a driveway.
When he was living in Chicago, Asgi Fazleabas took a look over the fence to see whether the grass was indeed greener in Grand Rapids. Fazleabas and other top medical experts say that it is. Here's why.
It's tax deadline time for Kyle Janssens and the crew of Greatland Corp. in Walker, more than two months ahead of those who have to file their federal income taxes.
The line between the athletes and spectators is clearly drawn on the floor, but sometimes that doesn't seem like much at Rivertown Sports arena -- home of the Grand Raggidy Roller Girls and venue for roller hockey and local pro wrestling. It's where you're close to the action, and almost part of it.
Owners of a Wyoming company rubbed their hands together as the temperatures fell throughout October -- but out of delight, rather than trying to keep their digits warm. Gary Gerds and his colleagues sell lightweight chemical handwarmers used by hunters, football fans and outdoor enthusiasts.
Through the practice of telemedicine, West Michigan's health care infrastructure is growing increasingly virtual, stretching the boundaries of the Medical Mile to the far reaches of the state.
With little fanfare, an organization in the Burton Heights neighborhood is making a huge difference in the lives of ordinary people who are grateful for the help and want to pass it along
After four years as a social experiment, the live-work spaces of Dwelling Place show successes in launching small businesses formed by young, creative types. Now some of the early pioneers are graduating to create space for the next wave of entrepreneurs
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