Calls to boycott Fannies Corner follow alleged attack of customer
Submitted 11-17-2015 under NEWS
The community rallied behind an Renee Ray at Fannies Corner on Monday, calling for justice at the party store near Franklin and Eastern. Ray says she was attacked by the owner with a metal pipe, and feels the police didn't take her case seriously enough.
Join the GGRWHC at showing of "Suffragette" followed by historian's perspective on film
Submitted 11-16-2015 under NONPROFITS
Following a special Nov. 20 showing of "Suffragette", a powerful historical British drama, GVSU women's historian Gretchen Galbraith will offer her perspective on the stirring fact-based movie.
Democrat David LaGrand vies for Michigan House seat
Submitted 11-16-2015 under NEWS
David LaGrand hopes to win to a Michigan House seat on his commitment to criminal justice reform, equitable housing and alternative energy. The Democrat will face Republican Blake Edmonds in the March 8, 2016 general election.
The Healthy Homes Coalition works to keep children's housing safe
Submitted 11-13-2015 under NONPROFITS
As Grand Rapids continues to grow, how do we make sure there is enough healthy, affordable housing for families?
Spirited local women and their push for temperance surrounding Prohibition years
Submitted 11-12-2015 under NONPROFITS
The Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council explores the roles spirited local women played in promoting temperance on Tuesday, Nov. 17.
Terra GR supports hunger relief during the holidays
Submitted 11-12-2015 under NONPROFITS
The Eastown restaurant is running a food and fund drive for Feeding America West Michigan, Nov. 15 through Jan. 3.
60 Thanksgiving wishes needed for local kids, families
Submitted 11-11-2015 under NONPROFITS
60 Wishes are needed for children and families. These are not a typical toy request but items that help provide a better quality of life.
Public Library to host #RacisminGR discussion
Submitted 11-10-2015 under NEWS
On November 16 at 6:30 p.m., Partners for a Racism Free Community will be holding the fourth part of their #RacisminGR discussion series.
Co-op bookstore to join Avenue for the Arts this November
Submitted 11-10-2015 under NEWS
Bombadil Books, opening November 11, will offer binding and restoration services, community events and a quarterly magazine. Co-owners Danielle Alexander and Tim Albon aim to create "a home away from home for creatives and literary-minded people."
Time to challenge unconstitutional statute on City powers over open carry laws
Submitted 11-10-2015 under OPINION
Open carry campaigns came to Grand Rapids recently. We are forgetting that Article 7, Section 29 of the Michigan Constitution guarantees to cities the right of reasonable control of their streets and public places.