A local high school basketball coach discusses May as Stroke Awareness Month on behalf of the American Heart Association. GR Christian High's Eric Taylor talks about how FAST and a clot busting drug helped save his life.
We talk about a Celebration of Construction with Megan Tanel, CEO of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. This unique event on the National Mall showcases the construction industry and highlighting the workforce, technologies, and innovations that shape communities across the country, including West Michigan.
May is Community Action Month, with the Kent County Community Action joining the nation, a vital safety net offering crucial support in times of need, empowering residents towards greater self sufficiency. Director of KCCA Gustavo Perez talks about action items for this Month, including meals to seniors and rides to healthcare.
National Broadway Theatre presents Songs for a New World with a cast of 4 performers. Described as an emotionally provocative show, the Musical opens Friday and is a collection of stories, each centered around a life changing moment. Jacob Dunham talks about this musical composed by a tony Award winner.
The Hartford Nationals conducted by Move United, the largest and longest-running national sport championship event for athletes with a physical disability, visual impairment, and/or intellectual disability, comes to West Michigan in July. The West Michigan Sports Commission and its partners are hosting, looking for 600 volunteers. We talk to Katy Tigchelaar about the specific needs.
We talk to Hilary Doe, Chief Growth Officer with the State of Michigan, to discuss how the State of Michigan is responding to shifting workforce trends and how her office has created a foundation enabling them to rapidly meet the needs of workers looking for stability, opportunity and a fresh start.
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