The awarded grants will help train, develop and retain up to 521 workers, including 104 new hires, 198 apprentices and 219 incumbent workers.

The proposed $7 million campaign will create a brand-new gymnasium – the first in the academy's history.

Both leaders have a strong history with the school and were selected for their new roles because of their understanding of the school’s mission, culture, and community.

The research initiative simultaneously preserves the region's ecological future, provides transformative experiences for students, and continues a scientific story that began 150 years ago.

A nationally recognized nursing leader, researcher, and pioneer in health care innovation, she has spent her career advancing nursing leadership, technology-enabled care, and new models of care delivery across some of the nation's largest health care organizations.

The event will provide one-on-one assistance to help eligible adults understand their options for free or reduced college tuition and take the next steps toward enrolling in college.

The event will bring together local authors, educators, and community organizations to encourage children to dream about their futures while connecting them with real-life resources and role models who can help those dreams become a reality.

Programming offers a wide variety of educational experiences to help residents connect with the environment, each other, and the natural world around them.

Families, residents, and visitors are invited to enjoy the summer season with the return of two popular community programs.

All activities on the riverfront, accessible via Pearl Street, will be free to the public. No ticket is required. Admission tickets will be required to enter the Museum. 

Due to strong interest in the program, Life EMS plans to host a second Ottawa County EMT class beginning in September.

The exhibition takes visitors on a journey from the oceans’ sunlit surfaces to their inky depths, exploring how 21st-century technologies like robotics, ROVs and AUVs, satellite monitoring, miniaturization, and high-definition imaging are transforming scientists’ understanding of the more than 70 percent of Earth covered by oceans.

The initiative, part of the national America250 effort commemorating the United States’ 250th anniversary, empowers students to create original content exploring the nation’s past, present, and future through community-driven storytelling and youth perspectives.

The coalition focuses on providing consistent positive role models and pathways forward for youth facing systemic challenges such as violence, theft, and drugs.

Students are invited to create and submit 30- to 60-second vertical videos sharing a positive, real-life experience from their public school.

This interactive exhibit invites audiences to explore multiple aspects of aviation, from the rich history of the Tuskegee Airmen to 21st-century STEM concepts.

The Nursing Scholars program was designed to remove financial barriers for aspiring nurses while creating a direct pipeline for talent to remain in the community.

The program is made possible by a generous gift from Calvin alumnus Michael and Wendi VanWoerkom, founder of ExoTerra, an aerospace company specializing in satellite propulsion systems and recently acquired by Voyager Space.

After witnessing bullying and negative messaging in their schools and communities, the students decided to design a service project focused on spreading encouragement through positive affirmations and acts of compassion.

The expo offers a hands-on experience that brings healthcare careers to life.