People with disabilities are twice as likely to be unemployed compared to those without a disability. Beyond26 is one of several organizations trying to change that. Their clients share their success stories. 

The team, which formed almost a year ago, helps people every day in mental health crisis and those who just need to be connected to resources — preventing a true crisis from ever forming. 

The recognition comes one year after GRCC opened a Veterans Center to better support student veterans as they pursue their education. 

Muskegon is a port of call for four cruise ships, which use the Heritage Landing Cruise Ship Dock in downtown Muskegon. While it’s been a few years since the cruises were able to sail the Great Lakes, so far it’s been a successful summer.

A fourth grant from Metallica’s All Within My Hands Foundation will allow Grand Rapids Community College to help more nontraditional students gain in-demand welding skills.

Dale Wyngarden, who for decades guided Holland’s development, takes a look at the structures that are standing the test of time.   

Jess Ronne found a play space where her son Lucas, who is autistic, could come along with his siblings. The accessible playground and barn at Benjamin’s Hope in Holland is a place designed for those with disabilities but welcomes everyone.

From affordable housing to accessible transportation, big-picture thinker Paul Ecklund works to make lasting changes by changing systems.