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Feature Story Rachel Groters, Kent District Library Youth Librarian leads the Storytime event at the Grandville Branch. Rapid Growth

KDL building on record year with more programs, connections, and expansion projects

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 29, 2025
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Inclusive dentistry: Transforming access for patients with disabilities

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 27, 2025
Longform Nailah Henry & Nancy Baum Rapid Growth

Michigan building a better crisis continuum for mental health care

Brianna NargisoMonday, January 27, 2025
Feature Story The Urban Collaboratory’s work includes a focus on community water systems and health impacts related to contaminants like microplastics and PFAS. Rapid Growth

Public health focus on the built environment improves health for Michiganders

Rylee BarnsdaleMonday, January 27, 2025
Feature Story Meghan Distel, a Tony Awards voting member, ponders the legacy of Broadway Grand Rapids and the impact theatre has had on the region. Rapid Growth

Broadway Grand Rapids: Accessibility, innovation raise the curtain for all

Tommy Allen, PublisherTuesday, January 21, 2025
Feature Story Skot Welch, co-founder of the New Community Transformation Fund (NCTF). Rapid Growth

How a new partnership is focused on driving generational wealth in West Michigan

Shandra MartinezFriday, January 17, 2025
Feature Story The Disability Network Southwest Michigan team poses for a holiday photo. Rapid Growth

DNSWM campaign highlights staff’s lived experiences and community impact

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 15, 2025
Feature Story UM Health-West earns Employer of the Year for fostering growth, inclusion, and innovative workforce development programs in healthcare. Rapid Growth

Emphasis on workplace development earns UM Health-West title of Employer of the Year

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 15, 2025
Feature Story SpringGR celebrates 10 years of empowering diverse entrepreneurs with training, resources, and community support, fostering more than 800 businesses. Rapid Growth

SpringGR celebrates 10 years of empowering entrepreneurs

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 15, 2025
Feature Story Newly-elected Grand Rapids Mayor David LaGrand. Rapid Growth

Mayor David LaGrand brings personal passion to Grand Rapids’ transportation future

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 15, 2025
Feature Story “A Holiday I Do” is a Michigan-made holiday movie showcasing familiar destinations and small businesses in Grand Rapids, Saugatuck, and Metro Detroit. Rapid Growth

Michigan-made holiday movie highlights LGBTQ+ friendly communities, universal message of love

Sarah SpohnFriday, January 10, 2025
Feature Story K. Jones and The Benzie Playboys are among the performers this year at Winter Wheat, taking place at The Intersection in Grand Rapids, Saturday, Jan. 11 Rapid Growth

Grand Rapids’ Winter Wheat Festival celebrates Michigan's musical heritage

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 8, 2025
Feature Story Sarah Lewakowski is the executive director of Mosaic Counseling. Rapid Growth

Grant bolsters mental health services for youth in Kent and Ottawa counties

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 6, 2025
Feature Story In 2023, Rapid Growth launched Voices of Youth, giving young writers a platform to share stories close to home. Rapid Growth

Looking forward: three times that our publisher took us there

Rapid GrowthTuesday, December 31, 2024
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Books to bonds: Adults discover new connections at Kent District Library

Shandra MartinezTuesday, December 31, 2024
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