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Special rush tickets available for students and educators
“MJ: The Musical” will be on stage at DeVos Performance Hall from July 9-14.
Juice bar set to open in Grand Rapids
A new luxury juice bar is set to open in downtown Grand Rapids this summer, offering a blend of health, wellness, and community empowerment.
Updated website provides easier access to health inspection reports
The enhanced online portal is designed to provide the public with easy access to inspection reports for food establishments, body art shops, and public swimming pools.
Foundation awards $100,000 to support LGBTQ+ health and wellness
Recently, the fund awarded $100,000 in grants and has contributed over $403,971 since its inception in 2014.
94 employers awarded $4.8 million in talent grants
The awards will support the training of 919 new hires, 387 new apprentices and 1,263 incumbent workers, significantly boosting job growth, skill development and workforce capabilities across multiple industries.
University expands summer health camp for youth
The free HEALTH Summer Camp aims to empower young individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead healthy lives.
Arts organization elects new leadership
Broadway Grand Rapids has elected a new Executive Committee and added two members to its Board of Directors.
Youth employment supported with free transportation
Local businesses and nonprofit organizations employing young individuals aged 15-19 are encouraged to apply for unlimited monthly bus passes. The deadline to apply is July 1, 2024.
Jewelry business constructing new West Side store
The store is expected to be completed in mid-October.
Foundation names new Executive Director
In this role, she will focus on growing community connections and increasing the foundation's visibility.
Entertainment venue and restaurant hiring ahead of its grand opening
Applications for positions at the restaurant are now being accepted.
Youth digital media and career development nonprofit expands leadership
The members bring experience working with companies such as 2K Games, ABC, Adobe Inc., Apple TV+, Coca-Cola, FOX, Fox Corporation, NBC, Netflix, Nike, Inc., Sony Pictures, Spotify, Taco Bell, The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, The Walt Disney Company and Marvel Studios, and Walmart.
Attorney joins Board of Directors for zoo
Gordon is a member of the firm’s Business and Corporate Services Team, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, emerging companies and venture capital, and general corporate counseling and representation.
Animal shelter celebrates outdoor expansion
The enrichment area is located next to the animal shelter on Kent County's Fuller campus. It includes several activity items, including a raised platform, vertical ramp, and tire obstacle course.
$1.5 million donation made to sports complex
The funds bring the campaign's total to $8.7 million, or 77 percent of its $11.4 million goal.
Hospital appoints new board leadership
Hendrickson succeeds Steve Van Andel, who has served on the hospital’s board for nearly 40 years, most recently as chair since 2021.
Hiking networking series launches for tech pros
This series of free monthly hiking events provide professionals with an opportunity to enjoy an alternative networking experience amidst the natural beauty of West Michigan's parks and trail systems.
News veteran to lead statewide association of broadcasters
Jones started his career at WOOD TV8 as a sportscaster in 2011, covering major sporting events, including Super Bowls and Stanley Cups.
Chamber adds new leadership
The hires are part of a restructuring of the Director of Talent position into two new roles.
Grant to support mentorship for AAPI students
The mentorship program will provide academic, social, and emotional support to high school juniors and seniors from diverse backgrounds, including Burmese, Bhutanese, and Nepalese communities.