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Professional services firm rebrands
According to firm leadership, the brand reinvigoration represents a fresh look and a confident step forward into the future of solutions for businesses and organizations.
Building bridges and resolving conflict with empathy and civility
Beautiful Together guides leaders, HR professionals, and individuals seeking practical and empathetic tools to resolve conflicts, build connections, and foster unity in the workplace, community, and at home.
Hospital to host 5k fun run and walk
Kids and families from the Holland area are lacing up their running shoes for Holland Hospital's 12th annual School Nurse Fun Run on September 19.
Nonprofit to host 10th annual culinary showdown
A signature fundraising experience celebrating culinary artistry and the power of community, this year’s event will take place at the Goei Center, 818 Butterworth St. SW in Grand Rapids.
Expanded construction education facility opens in Grand Rapids
The facility was expanded to meet the growing demand for construction education in West Michigan.
Nonprofit providing support to teen moms celebrates a decade of hope, hosts gala
A nonprofit that provides support and resources to teen moms will host its Illuminate Hope Gala to commemorate 10 years of transformative work.
Sheriff's office names new Emergency Manager
The Kent County Sheriff’s Office has appointed a new Kent County Emergency Manager.
Riverfront concert to support mental health awareness and homelessness prevention
The riverfront concert will unite local musicians and the community to support two vital causes: mental health awareness and homelessness prevention.
Striking the right chord with rare guitars and vintage gear
Located at 121 S Division Ave, the store offers a curated selection of high-quality, rare, and collectible guitars, amps, effects, drums, basses, and analog synthesizers.
County to launch transformative school safety radio network
The system will be Michigan's first county-wide 800 MHz school safety radio network.
Engage in National Literacy Month with Wine & Words
The event will be held in the backyard of Lion Rock Manor, owned by Mark Peters, CEO of Butterball Farms, featuring an evening of wine and food, word games, and networking.
Construction industry lays foundation to support mental health
As awareness of critical mental health issues in the construction industry grows, West Michigan Works! and its Construction Careers Council, will host Building Minds: A Conference on Mental Health in Construction.
Nonprofit breaks ground on $9.5 million HQ renovation
The renovations to its headquarters will help serve more clients with disabilities through custom-trained assistance dogs.
Brewery sponsors University of Michigan athletics
A special branded concession area will also make its debut at the Big House, providing fans a place to enjoy refreshments away from the game action.
Parks and recreation commission publishes strategic plan
The plan outlines the department’s goals and initiatives
Food solutions company welcomes new SVP, CMO
The new SVP, CMO joins the company following an 18-year career with Kellogg's® and its spin-off Kellanova™.
Law firm expands out of state presence
The new office features 16 windowed offices, three conference rooms, and top-notch information technology infrastructure across nearly 10,000 square feet.
Employers to inspire the next generation of manufacturers
Discover Manufacturing Week allows the region's employers to open their doors to local students, offering facility tours and hosting open houses.
University launches new marching band program
A university has launched its first-ever marching band program under the leadership of seasoned band director Dr. Steve Sudduth.
$10 million awarded to programs for Kent County families
Funding will be distributed to 18 community-based organizations operating 31 programs from October 2024 to September 2025.