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Tech students accessing Great Lakes data: A win-win for academics and water quality

Great Lakes Observing System has entered into a partnership with Grand Circus, allowing students to access live data gathered from the lakes to enrich their final projects.

Local training program prepares refugee childcare providers for economic resiliency, independence

What started as a small business incubator to support the refugee community in West Michigan has become a lifeline for childcare providers and parents during COVID-19.

Local coalition focused on substance use prevention keeps youth engaged with virtual experiences

A local youth coalition is staying engaged and motivated to live Above the Influence of substance use and abuse during the COVID-19 quarantine.

Veteran bike mechanic has Common Bond with cyclists

Bob Hammond has launched his dream business, Common Bond Mobile Bike Shop, which serves bicyclists anywhere throughout the Greater Grand Rapids area.

SpartanNash partners with local restaurants to reach customers at the grocery store

Launching on April 23, the Restaurant Meals to Go program offers familiar, pre-prepared menu items from local restaurants in 25 participating SpartanNash grocery stores.

Published Together: COVID-19’s impact on the deaf and hard of hearing

Deb Atwood, Executive Director of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, explores communication and accessibility of information for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing amid COVID-19.

The Rapid invites community feedback as it looks to the area’s public transit future

The Rapid is seeking feedback and input from residents of communities it serves throughout the Grand Rapids metropolitan area. Recent Division Avenue Design Workshops kicked off the process of gathering that feedback.

Keith Remelts propietario de FiveW Pets.
Cómo el apoyo comunitario fortalece a las pequeñas empresas: Tres historias locales

Los día feriados están aquí y las ventas nunca terminan. Sin embargo, antes de comenzar a marcar su lista, tres dueños de negocios explican cómo las compras locales vuelven a la comunidad, brindando más oportunidades para las empresas y los vecindarios cercanos y ayudando a promover el espíritu empresarial.

Local toy store “The Gathering” place in GR

Locally owned, independent Galactic Toys & Collectibles has two locations: 3120 28th St. SE and 4174 Alpine Ave. NW. The new location, which opened in November of this year in Comstock Park, is a gathering place for customers to play cards and games.

How community support strengthens small businesses: Three local business owners share their stories

The holidays are here and the sales never end. Before you start checking off your list, though, three business owners explain how shopping local recirculates back into the community, provides more opportunities for businesses and nearby neighborhoods, and helps promote entrepreneurship.

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