local elections
Letter from the Editor: Choosing connection after the election
by (allisondonahue)
Submitted 11-26-2024 under VOICES
It’s been three weeks since the election, and I’ve been feeling something in the air—and no, it’s not just November’s chill that has seemingly settled in for a gray winter. Some of the conversations I’ve been...
Local candidates to address issues outlined by residents at campaign-free forum Saturday
by (allisondonahue)
Submitted 10-10-2024 under NEWS
On Saturday, Oct. 12, Grand Rapidians will gather for a campaign-free event where candidates running for mayor, the 3rd Ward and state representative races will be asked their stance on specific local issues. Together West Michigan (TWM), a...
Story Matters: Mary Alice Williams wishes for more "teeth" in local politics
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 07-31-2015 under NONPROFITS
Mary Alice Williams attended the mayoral candidate debate on income inequality on Thursday, July 30, hosted by MLive and WGVU. Williams says she's looking most of all for integrity, a passion to serve and social justice...
Voting 101: Voting rates historically lower in primaries, for young people, black residents
by (Elizabeth Roger...)
Submitted 07-21-2015 under NEWS
The August 4 Primary Election in Grand Rapids may determine the next mayor of the city. Primary elections typically have a lower voter turnout than general elections, but this also means an individual citizen's vote carries more weight in...