Equity and Inclusion

Tarry Hall Roller Rink hosted a multi-school homecoming dance over the weekend, but community members have expressed frustration that the invite list included a slew of predominantly white schools. The rink insists school demographics played no role in which schools were invited to participate.

Earlier this month, the Grand Rapids Chamber launched its Center for Economic Inclusion. The Chamber is addressing barriers experienced by entrepreneurs of color

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

The funding is part of the Enterprise Holdings' ROAD Forward initiative, working to drive change in three key areas: early childhood development, youth health and wellness, and career and college preparation.

The group has centered in on change in areas of mental health, housing, immigrant and refugee access and well-being, affordable childcare, public safety and transportation.

Carlos Cubia begins new job June 30th.

Businesswomen Melissa Clark joins TMS.

Lead is a highly toxic metal that can cause serious and irreversible adverse health effects. A 2021 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Pediatrics found that elevated blood lead levels in children were closely related to poverty, race, and living in older housing.

The funds will support participation, covering expenses like uniforms, badges and programs as well as new troop development.

Dr. Harry Williams joins in.