Dynamic Variation:

Grand Rapids emphasizes work-life balance

Today’s young professionals know that where you live is where your life happens. Work life, personal life, and community life are all wrapped up in place. And place is determined not only by…

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Reimagining Trash

The people of West Michigan have a deep love for the Great Lakes, the surrounding watershed and the other natural resources that make Michigan a distinctly beautiful place to live. We feel a…

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Plastics Industry Refocuses on Sustainability

When it comes to caring for our planet, we all have a role. Many manufacturers in the plastics industry take that role very seriously. In May 2019, Grand Rapids was host to the Re|focus Sustainability…

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Michigan Outdoor Recreation – Beyond Fun

Come for a visit! That opportunity for adventure attracts fun-loving visitors to Kent County and across the state. In fact, tourism consistently ranks among Michigan’s top three industries, with…

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Grand Rapids: A city on the move

Grand Rapids has a vision for transportation in the city of tomorrow. And while it includes a world where ridesharing and autonomous vehicles change how we get around town, the vision extends well…

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Design thinking is driving innovation in learning

Taking cues from design pioneers In a design-centric region that is home to furniture design pioneers like Herman Miller (think the iconic Eames Lounge and Aeron chairs) and Steelcase (check out the…

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