The 6th annual Absolutely Accessible Kent will take place May 8 at GVSU’s Eberhard Center from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with presentations on designing for neurodiversity, aging in place, and accessibility in arts venues.
In honoring Andrea "Speedie" Hampton as the adult female athlete of the year, the Meijer State Games says her “vivacity for life and love of sports have allowed Hampton to adapt and find new avenues'' after her diagnosis with multiple sclerosis 14 years ago.
Una de las barreras de la comunidad de discapacitados para acceder a las vacunas COVID ha sido el transporte. En respuesta, Disability Rights Michigan ha presentado una guía interactiva para ayudar a los usuarios a desenvolverse en el complejo sistema de transporte del estado.
A church, two nonprofits, the city of Holland and a Native American tribe are coming together to create 52 affordable housing units in Holland. The state is supporting the project with access to low-income tax credits.
Muskegon Public Schools will open its new Charles Hackley Middle School on the former Mercy Hackley Hospital campus. The $35 million building is the district’s first new school construction in 65 years.
Retired teacher Kim Pitsch is enjoying her second career as a year-round Allegan County park ranger. And she was recently honored for her work.
After more than a decade overseeing the Holland Aquatic Center, Executive Director Jack Huisingh is retiring. The former competitive swimmer will miss his staff and the challenge of the job.
Grand Rapids resident Mickey Carolan describes himself as a CODA, short for child of deaf adults. Growing up with two deaf parents gave him experiences that have inspired his three books and his work as an ally for the Deaf community.
If you want to learn about the career opportunities across West Michigan, the 2024 HotJobs! List is a good place to start.
Most people know Amanda Chocko from her work at Lakeshore Advantage and its SURGE business incubator, but she’s also a nutritional therapy practitioner who has a new book on improving sleep quality.
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