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190 mixed-income housing units being developed in Holland
The 190-unit project is one of the largest mixed-income housing developments in the area.
Stuff the ambulance event to collect school and medical supplies
The community is invited to donate essential medical and school supplies.
Touchdowns for Kids returns for third season
Last year's campaign raised $5,450 to increase access to the healthy food all kids need to thrive.
New children's rehab hospital breaks ground
This world-class hospital will be designed for and exclusively dedicated to the rehabilitation of infants, children, and teens.
New sauces and salsas at Meijer benefit youth education
Starting August 15, pasta sauces will be sold at 11 Meijer Supercenter locations in the Grand Rapids area. On September 1, the brand’s three popular salsa varieties – Mild, Medium and Hot – will also hit shelves at 264 Meijer locations in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin.
West Michigan city to host The Hartford Nationals
After a nationwide bid process, Move United, the national leader in community-based sports and recreation for individuals with disabilities, has selected the host site for The Hartford Nationals in 2025 and 2026.
Tickets on sale for broadway season opener
Tickets are available at the Broadway Grand Rapids office, DeVos Performance Hall box office, all Ticketmaster outlets, or at BroadwayGrandRapids.com.
Entrepreneur donates $200,000 to support youth
A local YouTuber and financial educator has donated $200,000 to local organizations and students in Grand Rapids.
Chemical supplier appoints new VP
Schoen first joined Haviland as a seasonal employee working on production lines while attending high school and college.
CPA firm welcomes new tax director
In this role, she will focus on growing the depth of services the firm offers its private clients, such as wealth transfer planning, estate and gift tax planning, business succession planning, and advising.
Child welfare nonprofit hires new President and CEO
The region’s oldest child welfare nonprofit has appointed a new President and CEO.
Attorney named to statewide HR and workforce council
The MHA Human Resources and Workforce Council is dedicated to advancing the mission of the MHA and the role of HR leaders in the health care sector.
University appoints Director of Athletics and Corporate Partnerships
The new position comes in anticipation of the university's inaugural football season.
New pickleball facility opens in Grand Rapids
The facility boasts six indoor courts for year-round play and six outdoor courts available seasonally.
Pickleballers attempt Guinness world record
The current world record is 27 hours and 5 minutes set by a foursome out of Missoula, Montana.
Lakeshore trucking company owners retiring, liquidating assets
After three generations and 85 years in the trucking business, the Van Wyk family and owners of TransWay, Inc., have decided to retire.
Parks and rec seeks public comment on strategic plan
The deadline for submitting comments is August 7.
Local bank reaches $1B in assets
With its corporate office in Hudsonville, West Michigan Community Bank has been serving customers and communities since 1976.
Board of public works awards $25k in grants
The Zeeland Board of Public Works has awarded four area organizations reimbursement grants as part of its Community Grant Program.
Radio station teams with nonprofit to support youth nutrition
Listeners are encouraged to make a donation during the event to help continue providing nutritious meals and educational programs to children in need.