A new partnership between GVSU, MCC and Trinity Health Muskegon is helping nurses earn bachelor’s degrees. The first cohort is getting their education for free thanks to state funding to address the nursing shortage.

Health Net of West Michigan's new Care Model Training provides frontline navigators with tools and tactics to better help residents access health care and social services.

West Michigan Works! received White House recognition for advancing apprenticeships, supporting 276 apprentices across diverse fields, and building a skilled workforce.

The Wyoming Historical Commission and Tree Amigos rededicated the Veterans Memorial, honoring local heroes with new tree plantings and a community ceremony.

Wayne County is tackling its air quality crisis with a new network of 100 hyperlocal monitors, launched in partnership with environmental service company JustAir to track pollution in real time.

A new $2 million financial literacy tool, FinLit, created by students, aims to empower GVSU students with essential money skills.

GRCC and The Rapid partner to provide students with free bus passes, improving access to education by easing transportation challenges.

KDL’s Write Michigan Short Story Contest invites Michiganders of all ages to share their stories, fostering creativity and connection statewide. Deadline is Nov. 30.   

As Grand Rapids readies itself for the electrifying return of Exhibit A, there’s a palpable energy running through our city’s creative community, which is being included and elevated once again in this beloved event that has not been staged since 2019.

GVSU plans to use a $200,000 grant through Michigan’s “Make MI Home” program for diverse talent retention and community integration.