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Feature Story In the shadow of yesterday's cars, the Silverline represents the future in bus rapid transit.

The Rapid to host open house for transit master plan

Rapid Growth staffThursday, June 6, 2024
The Grand Rapids area transit system will hold an open house on Tuesday, June 11, from 4-7 p.m. to gather feedback on its plans. A smaller open house will be on Thursday, June 13.
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National award recognizes KDL as one of best libraries in country

Rapid Growth staffThursday, June 6, 2024
Kent District Library is the 2024 recipient of the nation’s highest museum and library honor. The National Medal for Museum and Library Service recognizes KDL’s community contributions.
Feature Story Vanely Bastardo Guzman talks with her peers about intimate partner violence.

Voices of Youth: Gen Z teens approach dating cautiously

Vanely Bastardo Guzman Wednesday, June 5, 2024
High school student Vanely Bastardo Guzman explores how fear of harassment and sexual assault is making Gen Z women more cautious about dating. One out of every 12 high school students reports having experienced physical and/or sexual abuse in a relationship.  
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Kalamazoo theaters work together to make performances accessible for all

Shandra MartinezWednesday, June 5, 2024
The consortium Theatre Kalamazoo is working to make theater more accessible to people with disabilities.
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Cómo los sistemas locales de salud aprovechan las granjas locales para obtener opciones de alimentos

Kelsey SandersMonday, June 3, 2024
Instituciones médicas de todo Michigan están utilizando sus recursos locales para llevar alimentos reales a su personal y pacientes.
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How Women in Tech is elevating West Michigan’s tech scene

Shandra MartinezFriday, May 31, 2024
Women in Tech is growing as more female tech firm founders and leaders are coming together to support and elevate each other. After taking part in the first annual Go Beyond, they are gearing up for Tech Week Grand Rapids this fall.
Feature Story Operation United is an annual event that mobilizes volunteers to recognize the sacrifices and service of veterans and active military families, with a focus on seniors and those with disabilities in Kent County.

3-county United Way merger strengthens regional collaboration

Paul R. KopenkoskeyFriday, May 31, 2024
The recent merger of Heart of West Michigan United Way and United Way of Ottawa and Allegan Counties is expected to streamline fundraising requests for its 80 community partners while reducing the nonprofit’s expenses.
Feature Story Groundbreaking on the Gerald R. Ford International Airport new snow removal equipment building.

Gerald R. Ford Airport expanding facility operations building

Ashley KingFriday, May 31, 2024
A West Michigan airport has begun an $8.5 million expansion on snow removal equipment building, further improving airport operations.  
Feature Story Students from the Wege High School Collaborative Studio tour Padnos Recycling.

Designing a better world: Wege High School Collaborative Studio builds skills and networks

Laura BergellsThursday, May 30, 2024
The Wege High School Collaborative Studio is a summer program that gives West Michigan high school students hands-on experience in sustainable design and problem-solving. Applications for 2024 are open.
Feature Story Northern Strings is just one group that meets at the Kent District Library. Girl Scout troops, church groups, and historical societies keep the KDL branches busy.

No longer simply the sound of silence: Local libraries offer gathering areas for community groups

Kelsey SandersThursday, May 30, 2024
Kent District Library is creating a community Third Space. Study rooms are being booked for a variety of activities from dulcimer rehearsal to Girl Scout meetings.
Longform Patricia Tillman-Meakins, Tracey Williams, and Becca Fleming at Packard Health Clinic at West Willow.

Community-based health projects offer care for underserved residents in Detroit, Ypsi, and Jackson

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, May 27, 2024
Several Michigan organizations are innovating ways to increase health care access for the state’s most vulnerable residents in their own communities. 
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Elevate grants help small Michigan businesses level up

Sarah SpohnFriday, May 24, 2024
Although headquartered in Indiana, the FHLBank of Indianapolis provides access to grant programs and resources for small businesses throughout Michigan. The Elevate Grant aims to generate more economic opportunity for all, and helps small businesses like Mushroom House Tours in Charlevoix and The Poke Bowl in Flint to level up.  
Longform Hope Starts Here creates a plan to help Detroit become a city that puts young children and families first by 2027.

الأمل يبدأ هنا» يساعد ديترويت في إعطاء الأولوية للأطفال الصغار

Estelle SlootmakerFriday, May 24, 2024
تجمع مبادرة "الأمل يبدأ هنا. " فريقًا من المدافعين والأبطال الذين يقودون الجهود لتطوير نظم الطفولة المبكرة في ديترويت. تمثل هذه المبادرة تعاونًا بين مؤسسة دبليو كيه كيلوج (WKKF)، ومؤسسة كريسجي، ومؤسسة ماكس إم. ومارجوري إس. فيشر (M&M Fisher)، ومجموعة من الوكالات، والمنظمات المجتمعية، والأهم من ذلك، سكان ديترويت. تم إطلاق مبادرة "الأمل يبدأ هنا" رسميًا في عام 2017 بخطة عمل مستمرة تمتد لعشر سنوات  
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When it comes to autism and mental health, stigma and discrimination play a huge role

Estelle SlootmakerFriday, May 24, 2024
Being autistic does not mean a person cannot experience good mental health. However, studies have shown that 78% of autistic children have at least one mental health condition. Stigma and discrimination are often a contributing factor.
Feature Story OnPoint autism services focus on communication, behavior support for social skills, daily living skills, family training, and ongoing assessment.

Community mental health agency a resource for autism services

Jaishree DrepaulFriday, May 24, 2024
OnPoint, a community mental health agency in Allegan County, provides services for autistic children and their parents.
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Making 'great' grocery stores in Detroit

Kelsey SandersFriday, May 24, 2024
How Detroit’s Food Policy Council is helping local grocery stores up their healthy offerings.
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Voices of Youth: A call to curb youth e-cigarette use

Annette G. VazquezWednesday, May 22, 2024
High school student Annette G. Vazquez explores e-cigarette use among teens. While e-cigarette use among high schoolers has decreased, it has increased for middle school students. 
Feature Story Major donors have already contributed $7.3 million toward the $8.5 million goal for the Ada Covered Bridge Park.

Ada envisions new $8.5M covered bridge park

Rapid Growth StaffWednesday, May 22, 2024
Ada leaders announced plans for new Ada Covered Bridge Park and  enhanced trail system. The group has launched the final phase of a $8.5 million fundraising campaign.  
Feature Story CSNIP is expanding into a large Walker facility that will allow it to provide additional affordable veterinary care.

Affordable veterinary care organization expanding

Ashley KingTuesday, May 21, 2024
CSNIP is expanding into a large Walker facility that will allow it to provide additional affordable veterinary care.
Feature Story Columnist Lucia Rios

Event accessibility: Making every occasion inclusive for all

Lucia RiosTuesday, May 21, 2024
It’s not hard to bring inclusivity and accessibility to your events, but it does require a bit of foresight. Disability advocate Lucia Rios offers ideas to make your gathering more welcoming.
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