Samantha Mesa
Anchor at WXMI-TV (Grand Rapids, MI)
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fox17online.com | Samantha Mesa
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A new partnership aimed to support local businesses is being called a game changer. The Hispanic Center of Western Michigan, Opportunity Resource Fund, and Northern Initiatives launched a $1.2 million loan program on Thursday, April 17, to support Latino-owned businesses in Kent County. I spoke to investors and local companies on why the future of Latinos in West Michigan is bright.
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1 month ago |
fox17online.com | Samantha Mesa
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Thursday was all about empowering West Michigan youth at Grand Rapids Community College! FOX 17's Samantha Mesa emceed the annual Latinx Youth Conference with the Hispanic Center of Western Michigan. Eight hundred eighth graders from different school districts around West Michigan got excited about their futures. The message was "your future, your story." Turn the page to success.
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2 months ago |
fox17online.com | Samantha Mesa
PAW PAW, Mich. — Michigan's roads face significant challenges due to the state's frequent freeze-thaw cycles and heavy truck traffic, according to local officials. Greg Brucks, operations director for the Van Buren County Road Commission, explained the impact of Michigan's weather on road conditions. "One of the biggest things that comes into effect is the sheer number of freeze-thaw cycles we have every year," Brucks said.
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2 months ago |
fox17online.com | Samantha Mesa
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Buying a home can be intimidating for anyone, but imagine sorting through the mountain of paperwork when it's in words you don't fully understand. While many of us don't necessarily know all the legal terms, at least the forms are written in English. But for Gabby Cordova, a first-generation homeowner in Michigan, she found the house-buying experience intimidating as a non-native English speaker. "Just trying to understand all that paperwork, even in English, it's complicated.
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2 months ago |
fox17online.com | Samantha Mesa
ROCKFORD, Mich. — As homeowners consider downsizing or moving, experts suggest simple staging techniques to attract potential buyers and potentially increase the sale price. John and Katie Stockdale are preparing to sell their Rockford home to move closer to family. "I can't believe I'm doing this again. We just did this about a year ago with Melissa in our previous home," Katie said. Real estate agent Michelle recommends decluttering and simplifying spaces throughout the house.
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