The event is free to the public and will be held from 10am – 1pm at Alger Heights Great Start Collaborative on August 13.

While Kent County has higher vaccination rates compared to most of the state, KCHD Immunizations Supervisor, Amy Shears, said a continued local decline may allow diseases that were once considered eradicated to reemerge.

During a Q&A with community members, production leaders shared themes and insights of the upcoming film, giving a rough timeline for completion.

The multi-use building on 1956 Eastern is part of a greater, eight-district development plan for Black business growth on Grand Rapids’ southeast side

Former staff members of the library say they’ve been battling pressure from residents for months

“I felt everyone was being included no matter their limitations or whatever. The people here can help you overcome that,” attendee Cole Connelley said.

The BHCC is expected to dramatically reduce the delay in care people in crisis currently experience, by providing behavioral intervention and medical assessment at the same time.

Brinks hit on issues surrounding racial disparities, affordable housing, senior home staffing and more.

The Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR) said the charges filed are in response to two separate complaints that were reported to its department. MDCR is currently investigating 28 complaints of discrimination against the Grand Rapids Police Department.

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