The district’s projected scholar count used to budget revenue for the full year is13,957. That’s 40 students above its initial fall projection. Count day totals are still being tallied but they are expected to meet or exceed expectations.

Student leaders from Hope College speak with us.

After an investigation, the city issued a civil infraction against the venue on Sept. 30, claiming Broadway Avenue violated Grand Rapids’ Human Rights Ordinance. The venue's lawyer said his clients are protected by constitutional rights protecting religious practice.

Kate Leighton-Colburn, a Holland native, will be stepping into her new role as Out On the Lakeshore’s Executive Director on Oct. 10.

The Affiliate Historically Underrepresented Businesses Program aims to develop and equip underrepresented contractors with tools to help grow their business with the intention of creating generational wealth

Weekly we focus on the work of area individuals and organizations advancing equity in our community.

The summit aims to bring together tribal leaders, Native business executives and Indigenous entrepreneurs from Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa, as well as representatives from state and federal agencies that work with tribes on economic development projects and initiatives.

The $15 million project will include 11,000 square feet of commercial space and 34 apartment units.

Weekly we focus on the work of area individuals and organizations advancing equity in our community.

Welcoming Week is part of a nation-wide push highlighting the importance of bringing neighborhoods of all backgrounds together.