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AGC of America calls for government action on skilled trade jobs shortages during GR visit

On the heels of a recently released national survey showing a shortage of skilled workers available for hire in the construction industry, Chief Economist for the Associated General Contractors of […]

Mother Reverence opens Sacred Pregnancy Classes, Doula services
New Grand Rapids nonprofit advocates palliative care options for those facing serious illness
Geronimo!: New community gear rental site looks to help downtown dwellers get back to nature
Paul Haan
Do Good: ‘Get the Lead Out!’ helps homeowners make older homes safe for kids

Lead poisoning interferes with brain development, causes life-long brain damage, and poor physical growth and development. It contributes to social, behavioral and school problems, and learning disabilities; and can even cause death. As Grand Rapids continues to restore its historic neighborhoods, 'Get the Lead Out!' is raising awareness of the dangers associated with lead-based paint chips and dust.

Max Benedict
Third Coast Development partner appointed to MSCA, optimistic for future development on Michigan St.
Citizen Foresters plant more than trees with the Urban Forest Project

As part of Grand Rapids' Urban Forest Project, Citizen Foresters plant trees and community knowledge as they try to increase the city's canopy. As the last of the leaves fall, Zinta Aistars reports on why it's important for urban neighborhoods to plant their own trees -- and tells you how you can get involved.

Tera Qualls
Do Good: ‘Momentum’ helps nonprofits successfully navigate the future

Nonprofit organizations have common challenges, often require the help of an outsider to keep them on track and aligned with their mission, and need to learn how to adapt to changes within and outside the organizational environment. Luckily, upstart company 'Momentum' is here to help. At the helm is Tera Qualls, who brings her experience working at the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU to the launch of this new organization.

Roosevelt Park planning session.
Parks with benefits: How neighborhood identity factors into planning a socially productive park
$8.5 million Holland Home Breton Rehab & Living Center overhaul to bring 10-15 jobs with new center

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