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49 employers awarded $4.1 million in state training funds to upskill workers
Cycle 2 funding for the fiscal year 2025 will support training for nearly 2,000 workers, including 1,255 new hires, 301 apprentices, and 411 incumbent workers.
Arts organization adds new board members
Broadway Grand Rapids has added three community leaders to its Board of Directors.
Trail network reaches new milestone
A significant milestone has been achieved in West Michigan's Idema Explorers Trail.
Video production company celebrates 10th anniversary with open house
The event will feature a food truck lunch, games, giveaways, and a look at the company's history.
Beer City Open pickleball tournament returns to Grand Rapids
The tournament has grown into one of the most prestigious pickleball events in the world, hosting the Major League Pickleball (MLP) Edward Jones Mid-Season Tournament.
Airport opens its first lounge
The first and only shared-use lounge, offers cozy seating, local design touches, and sweeping views of the runway, creating a premium experience for all guests.
Goats and electric vehicles support gardens' sustainability initiatives
Both initiatives reflect the organization's ongoing commitment to sustainability and enhancing the guest experience.
CEO recognized for advocacy and impact
Board members, supporters, and community leaders came together to honor her decades of advocacy and impact.
Olympian to headline summer games opening ceremony
The games are an Olympic-style sporting event for athletes of all ages and abilities, with the summer games offering more than 35 sports for over 6,000 athletes.
Collaborative approach helps employers close workforce gaps
A group of West Michigan nonprofits has received $73,860 in state workforce training funds through the Going PRO Talent Fund’s Employer-Led Collaborative award.
Airport welcomes new manager
He brings almost a decade of experience in airport management to the role.
Nick Saban featured in leadership simulcast coming to Grand Rapids
The two-day event, co-hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Paula Faris, reaches more than 350,000 participants annually.
Women's recovery home marks one year of healing
In its first year, 35 women have entered the program, and nine have completed it.
Lakeshore street performer series returns
Each Thursday evening, approximately 25 performers will take to the streets, offering music, juggling, balloon twisting, caricature drawing, breakdancing, henna art, and more.
Eastown street festival features artists, food, and family fun
The event features artists, entertainment, food, family fun, and craft beer.
Communications leaders celebrated at 2025 PRoof Awards
The West Michigan Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (WMPRSA) celebrated West Michigan's best public relations and communications projects, programs, and professionals at its annual PRoof Awards.
Airline adds direct flights to Detroit Lions away games
Detroit Lions fans will now be able to attend select away games thanks to new nonstop flights through Delta Air Lines at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
Home services company hosts 70th-anniversary celebration
The business has grown from a small hardware store into a full-service home solutions provider serving the West Michigan region.
Economic and business development group receives $300,000 grant
The group works to build systems designed to eliminate structural gaps rather than replicate conventional models.
Experts to discuss how tech is shaping talent and community
In addition to keynote presentations and Q&A sessions, the event offers networking opportunities for attendees across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, education and software development.
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