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Tonya Schafer

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Responsible Boy to the Rescue

A young entrepreneur is working to make sure Grand Valley students and their peers get home from the party safe. Meet the Allendale-GR corridor's No. 1 designated driver.

Atomic Object is People

Atomic Object is the sixth largest software development firm in West Michigan. But binary code is secondary for a company focused on satisfying customers, rewarding employees, and building community.

Long Live LaFontsee

After 20 years shaping the West Michigan art scene, LaFontsee Galleries is just getting started

Your Carriage Awaits

Five different horse-drawn carriages companies want to take you for a ride in GR. Here's your guide to horsin' around town.

Selling West Michigan

West Michigan is commonly perceived as a hyper conservative, bitter cold, stodgy place to live. So how do the region's job recruiters attract the top talent who often seek the open-minded, sunny, big city scene to advance a career?

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