PEOPLE + PLACES
Future female leaders gather for professional development
A summer camp aimed at fostering business acumen and potential for high school girls was held last month at Calvin University.
West Michigan participates in nationwide beagle rescue mission
The local Humane Society is pitching in to help with the rescue of 4,000 mistreated beagles from Virginia.
Neighborhoods to host activities for National Night Out
Grand Rapids residents are invited to participate in a national community event.
Meijer named best place to work for disability inclusion
A local retailer continues to earn recognition for inclusivity.
Baker College wins awards for culinary program
A Muskegon college received three awards this year from the Center for the Advancement of Foodservice Education.
MI Lupus to host awareness walk
A nonprofit is inviting the public to walk at the John Ball Zoo for Lupus awareness.
Hall of Fame hockey player to make LMCU Ballpark appearance
Chris Chelios will be signing autographs at LMCU Ballpark as part of the West Michigan Whitecaps’ Made in Michigan Wednesdays series.
Hammock grove, butterfly garden added to city park
A new recreational space in Grand Rapids offers a blend of nature, art and leisure.
Whole Foods to celebrate grand opening
A supermarket chain soon will open its doors in Kentwood.
On key
For 39 years, John Pesano has performed as part of the Schubert Male Chorus.
GRAAHI to hold final community conversations event
The third community conversations event for Grand Rapids African American Health Institute will focus on women and mental health.