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Feature Story Alexx Smith, recipient of the 2022 Bob Davis Independent Living Award, stands with Disability Network Southwest Michigan staff member Mary Fortney.

DNSWM highlights ‘remarkable progress’ with ADA Celebration

Kelsey SandersFriday, July 21, 2023
Longform MRC artWorks

Kalamazoo's MRC Industries cultivates ability in people with disabilities

Mark WedelThursday, June 29, 2023
Feature Story Megan and Andrew Howe enjoy the great outdoors.

Accountant with hearing loss advocates for her success

Kym ReinstadlerFriday, June 16, 2023
Feature Story Lucia Rios

Why commemorating Global Accessibility Awareness Day is important

Lucia Rios Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Feature Story Wheelchair basketball is a highly physical sport, with players often bumping into one another and sometimes flipping their chairs. Yet the players love the thrill of getting a shot at the basket and scoring points.

Mary Free Bed women’s wheelchair basketball team competes nationally

Nathan SlauerMonday, May 8, 2023
Feature Story Lucia Rios holds State of Michigan Special Tribute signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and other state officials. (Shandra Martinez)

Disability Inclusion Series Editor Lucia Rios receives 2023 Ability Award

Shandra MartinezSunday, April 30, 2023
Feature Story Grand Haven Township Fire/Rescue Chief Shawn Schrader speaks to Michigan Justice Richard Bernstein. (Shandra Martinez)

Justice Bernstein brings a perspective of inclusion to court

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 26, 2023
Feature Story Norman Peak explore the new inclusive playground at Milham Park. (Shandra Martinez)

Park playground transformation creates space for inclusive play

Shandra MartinezFriday, March 31, 2023
Feature Story A photograph of Judith Heumann. She is sitting in her power chair behind table covered with a white table cloth. There is a microphone and a name placard in the foreground.

How the godmother of the disability rights movement changed my life

Lucia RiosWednesday, March 22, 2023
Feature Story DJDemers

Accessible humor takes the stage at Laughfest

Shandra MartinezMonday, February 27, 2023
Feature Story The United Way ALICE initiative puts focus on the financial struggles faced by people with disabilities, while other efforts work to address those needs. (Canva)

More than half of people with disabilities in West Michigan struggle financially

Paul R. KopenkoskeySaturday, February 25, 2023
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