The design scene has grown organically in West Michigan over the past decade. Design industry contributors have continued to help in the rise of the design scene since the COVID pandemic, and more social events for designers in the region are coming up.
A new record shop has opened in Grand Rapids’ Eastown neighborhood. Located at 1505 Wealthy St. SE, Vinyl Alchemy purveys vinyl, CDs, and art and pop culture collectibles.
The Mortals Cafe + Confection is a brick-and-mortar expression of the death cafe movement in Grand Rapids.
New owners plan to continue legacy of Grand Rapids’ LaFontsee Galleries.
The Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses has met with more than 20 entrepreneurs and small businesses ranging from retail, food, and e-commerce to health and fitness businesses.
Downtown Market Incubator Kitchen launches equity along with small food businesses in Grand Rapids area.
It is this natural connection he has with people that allows Stephen Norregaard to stand out among other photographers. He genuinely enjoys sharing his vision with each couple when they are seeking a photographer.
“The complexity of health care needs within the schools is increasing,” HealthBar CEO Nathan Baar says. HealthBar is that new front door to health care for students in districts that had previously gone without school nurses — a critical connection to health care for students.
A declining labor force means more talent development is needed. Other issues targeted for the current state of the labor market include childcare shortage as well as racial and ethnicity gaps.
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