TEDxMacatawa returns to the Lakeshore
TEDxMacatawa topics for the Sept. 27 event will include fun in the workplace, education reform, Shakespeare behind bars, plant production, folk music, and AI-driven health advancements.
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Shape Corp. awards grants to enhance literacy & STEM programs
Since 2021, Shape Corp. has partnered with GHACF to award nearly $90,000 in grants to area schools to enhance their STEM and literacy programs.
Lakeshore Food Rescue launches use of nationally recognized Food Rescue Hero app
Restaurants, grocery stores, farm markets, government agencies, and more can donate food easily online through the Food Rescue Hero app.
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Narrowing the gender gap in municipal leadership
The Michigan Municipal League is working to narrow the gender gap in the leadership posts in municipal government. Its Women's Municipal Leadership Program has helped women across the state rise to higher leadership positions in local government. The program has become a national model.
$30M grant paves way for Allegan County to install high-speed internet service
A new $30 million grant to construct open-access broadband service for underserved and unserved areas of Allegan County will make the county the best-connected in the state and one of the fastest in the nation, according to 123Net.
AI app gives voice to those who’ve lost theirs
Throat cancer required the removal of Chris Martin’s larynx in 2020, resulting in his loss of speech. An AI app has made it possible for him to talk again — in his own voice. Now, this technology is being developed for others to use.
Advocating for STEAM opportunities this summer in West and SW Michigan
Throughout our region, supporting STEAM’D (science, technology, engineering, art, math and design) is the focus of organizations and programs that are working to encourage the next generation to pursue opportunities within these industries.
LG Energy Solution begins hiring process as $1.7B expansion takes shape
A second LG Energy Solution battery manufacturing plant in Holland is expected to increase the company’s annual production capacity by five times. The company has begun recruiting for the 1000 new jobs needed.
BOLD Furniture opens Chicago showroom, wins Best of NeoCon
BOLD Furniture is raising its profile with a year-round showroom at THE MART in Chicago that debuted for this year’s NeoCon. This week, the company celebrated winning the 2023 Best of NeoCon Award.
Rethinking design with a focus on restoration and regeneration
The 2023 Wege Prize provided an opportunity for students worldwide to create solutions to challenging social and environmental issues. Looking ahead, additional opportunities are available to continue the momentum and develop a more sustainable future.
Shape Corp. awards grants to enhance literacy & STEM programs
Since 2021, Shape Corp. has partnered with GHACF to award nearly $90,000 in grants to area schools to enhance their STEM and literacy programs.
Lakeshore Food Rescue launches use of nationally recognized Food Rescue Hero app
Restaurants, grocery stores, farm markets, government agencies, and more can donate food easily online through the Food Rescue Hero app.
Partner Partner Content Narrowing the gender gap in municipal leadership
The Michigan Municipal League is working to narrow the gender gap in the leadership posts in municipal government. Its Women's Municipal Leadership Program has helped women across the state rise to higher leadership positions in local government. The program has become a national model.
$30M grant paves way for Allegan County to install high-speed internet service
A new $30 million grant to construct open-access broadband service for underserved and unserved areas of Allegan County will make the county the best-connected in the state and one of the fastest in the nation, according to 123Net.
AI app gives voice to those who’ve lost theirs
Throat cancer required the removal of Chris Martin’s larynx in 2020, resulting in his loss of speech. An AI app has made it possible for him to talk again — in his own voice. Now, this technology is being developed for others to use.
Advocating for STEAM opportunities this summer in West and SW Michigan
Throughout our region, supporting STEAM’D (science, technology, engineering, art, math and design) is the focus of organizations and programs that are working to encourage the next generation to pursue opportunities within these industries.
LG Energy Solution begins hiring process as $1.7B expansion takes shape
A second LG Energy Solution battery manufacturing plant in Holland is expected to increase the company’s annual production capacity by five times. The company has begun recruiting for the 1000 new jobs needed.
BOLD Furniture opens Chicago showroom, wins Best of NeoCon
BOLD Furniture is raising its profile with a year-round showroom at THE MART in Chicago that debuted for this year’s NeoCon. This week, the company celebrated winning the 2023 Best of NeoCon Award.
Rethinking design with a focus on restoration and regeneration
The 2023 Wege Prize provided an opportunity for students worldwide to create solutions to challenging social and environmental issues. Looking ahead, additional opportunities are available to continue the momentum and develop a more sustainable future.
