June 2018 – Page 3

Guest Column: Local media part of GR power structure

June 24, 2018

by Jeff Smith Grand Rapids Institute for Information Democracy Today, we investigate the role and function of the media, within Grand Rapids and how it serves power. One significant misunderstanding about the media, specifically, the news media, is that it is often viewed through a liberal vs conservative lens. While...

Dorr to celebrate Fourth of July holiday over 5 days

June 23, 2018

The Dorr community is bracing for a a five-day celebration of the Fourth of July holiday, with events planned every day from Saturday, June 30, to Wednesday, July 4, and most of the fun taking place at South Park along 142nd Avenue. The following is an outline of the activities:...

Hopkins to be treated to casino fireworks display July 4

June 23, 2018

The NoBodies, as part of their "Knee High by the Fourth of July" will provide musical entertainment July 4 at the Hopkins celebration on the main stage late afternoon and early evening. The Fourth of July fireworks display at dusk that Wednesday in Hopkins will be a special one this...

Editorial

Trump Derangement Syndrome actually is his lying

June 23, 2018

EDITOR'S NOTE: Because of the length and subject matter, I have chosen to publish this comment, in response to Army Bob's latest column, as a letter to the editor. To the editor: Way back when the Trump for President campaign was getting started U.S. intelligence began to see there were...

Funeral Tuesday in Wayland for Mary Brunink, 57

June 23, 2018

Mary Brunink, age 57, died Friday, June 22. Mary loved to read and cook. A 1979 Hopkins High School graduate, she spent many years working at Calvin College. Mary was a kind soul who always helped others. Above all, she enjoyed spending time with her loved ones. She is survived...

Leighton air strip opponents present their side in flyer

June 22, 2018

Kate Scheltema The other side of the debate over a proposed air strip in Leighton Township is making its case to voters via the mailbox. About a month after developer Clark Galloway sent a flyer supporting the air strip development, opponents have put together a mailing paid for by the...

Man sought in Byron Center Huntington Bank robbery

June 22, 2018

Kent County Sheriff’s authorities are looking for a man who robbed the Huntington Bank in downtown Byron Center at gunpoint Friday afternoon. Police said the robbery occurred at about 1:16 p.m. Friday at the bank, on the northeast corner of 84th Street and Byron Center Avenue. The address is 2365...

The Subterranean: Mr. Rogers doc is must see movie

June 22, 2018

Review of Won’t You Be My Neighbor? ***** out of five stars Coming to the Celebration! Cinema Grand Rapids on June 28 Currently showing at the Harkins Chandler Fashion 20 by Walter G. Tarrow A must see for every American, for every one of US. An authentic and real look at...

Wayland Township native Louise Nickels dies at 88

June 22, 2018

Louise Ann Nickels, age 88 of Lake City, died Wednesday, June 20. She was born in Wayland Township on April 11, 1930 to Charles and Irene Kuhtic who predeceased her. Louise loved traveling with second husband Norm. They rode motorcycles or traveled by RV through 49 states, spending retirement years...

Wildcat outfielder lands berth on all-state softball team

June 22, 2018

Abby Merice Wayland senior Chanlyn Commons was selected to the Division 2 All-State softball team as an outfielder by the Michigan High School Softball Coaches Association. Teammate Abby Merice also earned honorable mention accolades as a pitcher. The two were important in the Wildcats' 20-7-1 overall record this spring, which...

Month: June 2018