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Retina practice expands with new clinics, doctors
Founded in 2009, Retina Specialists of Michigan includes nine doctors who treat conditions ranging from macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy to retinal detachment.
Financial services firm announces key leadership changes
Founded in 1994, JVL Wealth Strategies serves family-owned businesses, professionals and executives, and people experiencing major life events such as preparing for retirement, receiving an inheritance, going through a divorce, or coping with life after losing a loved one.
$50,000 from AT&T to help bridge the digital divide in 49507
The Wayfinder Program offers free college credits for adults facing social or economic barriers to higher education who live in the nearby 49507 ZIP code – an area with remarkable resources in the residents, yet significant economic and social challenges.
Nonprofit purchases Muskegon facility, expands operations
The organization anticipates fully moving into the facility, which is eight times larger than its current rented space in Muskegon, by summer 2025.
Downtown to host ice sculpting and 5K
Visitors can play frozen games made out ice and pose for photos with interactive ice sculptures.
World Ice Fishing Championship comes to West Michigan
This is the first time for Michigan to host this event.
Foster puppy raisers needed
Volunteers provide loving homes and foundational training to future assistance dogs, a crucial role in preparing them for careers.
School board elects new member
Established in 2018, St. Robert Catholic School provides faith-based education for children from preschool through sixth grade, fostering a love for learning through thoughtfully crafted programs.
Youth disc golf player earns national award
Grand Rapids athlete Kaidin Bell is the 2024 National Congress of State Games Youth Athlete of the Year for his achievements in disc golf.
Law firm adds new IT Director
In this role, he will oversee all aspects of the law firm's technical infrastructure and operations, ensuring secure and efficient system functionality while aligning technology initiatives with the firm's strategic goals.
Gardens unveils 2025 events
This year’s events include celebrating a landmark "120 Seasons" and continuing its commitment to promoting art, culture, and nature.
Professor inducted into national class of associate fellows
Each year, only one member for every 150 AIAA members is selected as an associate fellow.
Center for wellness opens in Boston Square
Services extend beyond traditional primary care to include women’s health, lifestyle medicine, workforce development, financial counseling, health insurance literacy support and virtual care.
Asian American nonprofit announces new leadership
Their one-year terms will focus on advancing the association’s mission to bring together AAPI economic and cultural resources to enrich and support the community through engagement, service coordination, and advocacy efforts.
New marketing firm championing small and diverse businesses
Two experienced communications professionals have launched a new marketing business.
Business advisory firm elects Shareholder
With the addition, the firm now has 15 Shareholders leading their team.
Hospital opens primary care office in Hudsonville
The 6,500-square-foot office features 11 exam rooms and one procedure room, consultation space for care managers, diabetes educators, behavioral health specialists, mammography, ultrasound, CT, lab, and X-ray.
Youth and amateur sports tourism breaks visitor spending record in 2024
The West Michigan Sports Commission reported that youth and amateur sports tourism generated an estimated $90.8 million in economic impact for the region in 2024 through 112 events.
Law firm welcomes six new associates
Varnum LLP has announced the addition of six new associate attorneys to its Grand Rapids office.
Dental provider closes locations
The decision follows a comprehensive financial and operational sustainability evaluation as the organization faces rising care costs, workforce challenges, and growing demands for higher wages within the dental industry.