The Michigan bibliophile: Authors from the Mitten State that every …
Apr 28, 2016 · The Michigan bibliophile: Authors from the Mitten State that every book lover needs to know. Grand Rapids' literary leaders discuss their favorite authors and books from the Mitten State, and the compilation is making us pretty darn proud of where we live. When it comes to the written word, Michigan is a veritable haven, with the Mitten State's ...
Master plan seeks to improve transportation by focusing on …
Oct 25, 2023 · The TMP is a public-led, community-based study meant to gather as many different opinions as possible. This is an important approach because public transportation is meant to serve the community. In service to the community, a robust bus system is how many students get to school. Although a majority of students from families with high or middle ...
RapidChat: Robert Barnes on the inspiring work of older adults …
Feb 7, 2019 · Not only that, but "Older adults are an important part of the fabric of our community, but outside the need to offer some of them assistance, they often go unrecognized," emphasizes President of Senior Neighbors, Robert Barnes — who established the annual "16 over 60 Awards Gala." Senior Neighbors helps older adults connect to local services.
Square Roots Urban Farm expands in Michigan - Rapid Growth
May 28, 2021 · Square Roots Urban Farm expands in Michigan. Square Roots, an urban farming concept, opened its indoor farm September 2019 in Wyoming, and recently celebrated opening their second Michigan farm April 14. Founded by Kimbal Musk and Tobias Peggs, Square Roots began in Brooklyn, NY in a parking lot, with an electric tricycle distributing produce.
TalentFirst: Economic success through talent development - Rapid …
Jan 25, 2023 · Kevin Stott has had a career that has prepared him for the position to lead TalentFirst, a West Michigan innovation think tank in attracting, retaining and developing talent since 2011. Stott, a resident of Grand Rapids since 2019 and a married father of three, has had a career that has included politics, public policy, economic …
Oral health care is inaccessible to many Michiganders. This …
Apr 8, 2024 · Kimberly Singh. Three MOHC wins include the Michigan legislature's approval of an increase in Medicaid reimbursement rates for dental care, making oral health care available to adults ages 18 through 64 with Medicaid or Healthy Michigan insurance coverage, and continuing and expanding oral health care for Michigan’s kindergarteners.Currently, kindergarteners in about half of Michigan's ...
Neighborhoods of GR: Alger Heights, a community of little …
Jan 11, 2018 · Alex Courts inside of Ken's Fruit Market in Alger Heights. This vibrancy dates back to the Great Depression and World War II. According to "Heart & Soul: The Story of Grand Rapids Neighborhoods", Alger Heights is the only area of Grand Rapids that experienced growth during these turbulent times in history.The business district was established in 1946 after a housing boom took place in the ...
GRow1000 connects youth to jobs now and careers in the future
Jul 14, 2020 · As of July 9, more than 1,000 young people have applied for jobs through GRow1000: Employing 1000 GR youth for a brighter tomorrow. The initiative targets youth ages 15 through 21 from the 49503, 49507, 49508, and 49509 ZIP codes, neighborhoods hit hardest by disproportionate outcomes, including COVID-19. Out of those applications, 903 youth ...
New residential development proposed for downtown Grand Haven
Oct 30, 2020 · The Grand Haven City Council will soon decide if downtown’s largest residential development should move forward. Councilmembers on Nov. 2 will receive public input and determine if key components to a 133- unit condominium and apartment development should get the final nod later in November. The public can take part in the 7:30 p.m. virtual meeting that will be streamed on the Grand Haven ...
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2 days ago · Redefining public health in Michigan: A vision for a post-pandemic future. Brianna NargisoFriday, October 18, 2024. The Michigan Association for Local Public Health is advocating for a transformative vision of public health, one that accounts for the complexities of today’s diverse communities and the ever-evolving landscape of health needs.