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Dr. Abha Gupta Varma, a physician at Cherry Health, has been practicing for just over two decades. Familiar with the nuances of medicine since she was a kid — both of her parents were doctors — Varma strives to provide the best care she can by talking to patients early and often.

Even restaurants that have emerged from the past two years seemingly unscathed still have experienced their ups and downs.

Four panelists will discuss their journeys as influential women in the food industry at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market next week.

Sandy Jelinski has been the Lake Michigan Credit Union chief executive officer for more than two decades, helping the credit union grow into a major West Michigan financial institution.

For years, Drew McCarthy was “Big Droo,” a big-time radio personality in West Michigan. As McCarthy continued to establish himself as one of the premier sports radio hosts in Michigan, he also took on a very public bariatric surgery process.

Kendra McNeil shares her love of books through the We Are LIT bookshop.

Recent graduate Kendal Browne wants to be where the action is.

Michael Catching will help increase museum’s outreach within the community.

Healing Connection helps identify trauma and provides resources to heal.

Deb Kalsbeek created a platform to help Grand Rapids women entrepreneurs; now she’s going national.

“Ecliptic” at Rosa Parks Circle is getting a $2 million restoration that will increase the lifespan of the materials used in the art installation.

Hanna Schulze champions small businesses at Local First.

Lady Ace Boogie looks inward with newest album.

Battle Brothers Shaving Co. is bringing back the ‘old school razor.’

Jocelyn Barnes grew to love Grand Rapids through open mic nights.

These working moms turned crafting night into a business.

Nate Gillespie created the Coronavirus Civilian Corps to address current instability.

Meals on Wheels volunteer has spent over two decades helping.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

Trevor Straub founded MI Drag Brunch.