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Young CEO pursues accessible aviation

A 21-year-old entrepreneur from West Michigan has secured a fellowship for his work in founding a humanitarian aerospace company.

MEDC OKs support for $500M statewide projects

The state of Michigan recently approved a slew of projects that will revitalize communities across the state and boost the agribusiness and life sciences industries.

Consumers gets approval for energy plan settlement agreement

As part of a recent settlement agreement and plan approval, Consumers Energy is on track to lead a clean energy transformation through sustainable efforts — including the retirement of coal plants and an end to its coal era.

City expects more housing for low-income seniors

Seniors who are looking for affordable housing soon may have more options.

Kellogg separation fits with larger trend

The news last month that Kellogg Company would be splitting into three separate entities didn’t come as a surprise to a food industry expert at Western Michigan University.

Economist: Drop in business confidence as leaders worry about recession

For the first time in eight years, respondents to a monthly supply chain survey reacted negatively to long-term business outlooks.

Groups back youth financial education

Three West Michigan organizations are looking to expand youth financial education opportunities as Michigan becomes the 14th state in the U.S. to mandate personal finance at the high school level.

Partners to open behavioral health hospital

A combined effort between the two health care providers will create a new behavioral health facility in the Grand Rapids area.

WMU increases aid offerings as tuition, housing costs rise

(As seen on WZZM TV 13) Western Michigan University (WMU) has announced an increase in tuition and fees for the 2022-23 academic year while simultaneously offering an aid increase equaling $1 million in need-based scholarships.

Sony Electronics selects local nonprofit for education grant

STEM Greenhouse, a Grand Rapids-based nonprofit helping vulnerable children in underserved communities have equal access to science, technology, engineering and mathematics teaching, has been chosen as one of Sony Electronics’ 10 nationwide winners of its 2022 Create Action grant.

Local tech company creates app to boost gig economy

As technology continues to revolutionize the workplace, a new app from a Grand Rapids-based tech startup has started to transform the way in which workers and employers connect.

Davenport offers flexible class plans

Davenport University is offering a new learning format for students.

Inside Track: Jose builds a beautiful life

Since moving to West Michigan 30 years ago, Ana Jose has been driven by a strong desire to lift up herself, her family and everyone around her — and her work is coming to fruition.

Talent wins the war and leaders win the talent

Power dynamics have shifted in the business world over the past 30 years. It was shifting slowly until 2020, and then the pandemic created a massive acceleration. As a result, attracting, landing and keeping talent is now the great challenge and fundamental game for any successful organization.

Expanding EITC supports state’s residents and businesses

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a proven method that benefits low- and moderate-income households in retaining more of their hard-earned wages, keeps workers in their jobs and boosts local economies. There is no better time than now to expand this tax credit in Michigan.

Holland can get better internet without taxpayer risk

In August, Holland voters will decide whether to approve a new tax increase that would support the city’s building of a government-owned internet network.

Three tips for investing in a volatile market

Over the past 10 years, the U.S. market has held relatively strong with a steady upward trend.

Van Andel Institute: Crafting a new vision for science education

Despite all the advancements in technology and all the exciting discoveries happening in science, I’m amazed that science instruction in schools across the country still looks much like it did when I went to school.

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Change-Ups: Walton joins Arbor Circle

Leah Walton joined Arbor Circle as its performance improvement director. She brings over a decade of experience with change management and leading effective teams.