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TikTok turns Holland into a viral sensation

With a viral video, more than half a million total video likes and nearly 10,000 followers, the city of Holland’s TikTok account is helping connect a new audience to city government.

Inside Track: He won’t stop … maybe ever

There are few Grand Rapidians who seemingly have their hands in as many endeavors as Jonathan Jelks.

Change-Ups: ACC receives Key to Our Success Award

Roofing and siding company American Classic Construction (ACC) is the recent recipient of CD Barnes Construction’s Key to Our Success Award for subcontractor work performed on the Milestones Early Learning project in Wyoming.

Letter: Sales column’s advice is from out in left field

Just read Dave Kahle’s article, “Is the solution them, or is it me?” (Oct. 31 Grand Rapids Business Journal).

Michigan needs new education playbook, but there is no reason to follow Florida

For decades, many business, political and media elites have told us that Florida is the model for improving student achievement.

Employee surveillance software can be effective when used properly

“Always eyes watching you … Nothing was your own except the few cubic centimeters inside your skull.” These words from George Orwell’s novel “1984” may seem to have foreshadowed our post-pandemic world in which employers use monitoring software programs to keep tabs on remote workers.

Could one change change everything?

Are you a hard-charging power player who meets every definition of success?

Street Talk: Students enjoy a star turn

Nearly 400 West Michigan students were surprised this month with a visit from Aldis Hodge, “Black Adam” co-star, SAG Award-winning actor and co-founder of 9B Collective.

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Organization launches program to connect generations

Samaritas is welcoming college students to live and interact with residents in its senior living communities in Grand Rapids.

Regional bank leader positive as recession looms

A bank with a local presence is working to position itself for continued growth.

Nonprofit boardroom diversity lags

Despite being an area bustling with nonprofit opportunities and a community with an undeniably giving heart, West Michigan nonprofit leaders still struggle to diversify. Knowing the importance of creating nonprofit boardrooms that reflect the populations they serve, how can those who lead help diversify those spaces and why is it still so difficult? 

Van Andel Arena’s biggest stars work behind the scenes

With the hockey season well underway, basketball coming back and February’s Disney On Ice looming ahead, Van Andel Arena is braced for a busy few months. But, according to Todd Johnson and Chris Anderson, that’s pretty normal.

Literacy Center earns $300K citizenship instruction grant

The pathway to U.S. citizenship for adults in West Michigan will be better supported thanks to a new grant awarded to a local organization.

Steelcase makes progress on care for people, culture, planet

In a recent report, a locally headquartered furniture manufacturer outlined progress on its climate and community goals.

Cannabis company hopes to provide opportunities, foundational knowledge

Looking to help another round of entrepreneurs, Grand Rapids-based cannabis company Fluresh opened the third year of its business incubator, the Cannabis Entrepreneur Program.

Is Grand Rapids insulated from growing housing turbulence?

(As seen on WZZM TV 13) Home prices are falling in the United States, but it still is hard as a homebuyer to secure a decent price.

Fox Motors looks east for opportunities

Fox Motors recently made a statement in eastern Michigan by opening up an expanded Jaguar Land Rover dealership and the company expects more to come in the region.

Listening Room gets new name

A downtown Grand Rapids music venue has a new name to represent its expanding offerings.

Grand Rapids sports tourism ready for another phase

Sports tourism has played an integral part in the transformation of Grand Rapids’ economy the past decade, and there is more growth in store.