Assata Shakur: A Revolutionary Life, an End in Exile, and a Legacy in Words
Assata Shakur in Her Own Words: Rare Recording of Activist Named to FBI Most Wanted Terrorist List When the news broke on September 25, 2025, that Assata Shakur had died…
Corine’s Soul Food, Cakes & Catering
Corine’s Soul Food, Cakes & Catering is a Muskegon Heights staple serving up homestyle comfort with a Southern twist. Located at 90 W Broadway Avenue, Muskegon Heights, MI 49444, this…
Unearthing Their Dopeness: A Father’s Day Celebration of Strength, Support, and Brotherhood
By Doug D. SimsPhotos by Vaughn Stevens II On Friday, June 13th, the Boston Soul Café in Grand Rapids was filled with warmth, wisdom, and the unmistakable energy of brotherhood.…
From Backyard Bouts to Building Champions: How Ramon and TCB Boxing Are Taking the Community Back One Punch at a Time
By Doug D. Sims Photos by Dillon D. Sims Ramon’s journey into the boxing world didn’t begin under the bright lights of a professional ring—it started in a church basement…
“More Time in Jail Than the Officer”: Allie Bates on the Fight for Justice for Patrick Lyoya
In the wake of a mistrial in the case against former Grand Rapids Police Officer Christopher Schurr, the community’s ongoing call for justice for Patrick Lyoya remains as urgent as…
Independent Bookstore Day!
Saturday, April 26th is Independent Bookstore Day — a nationwide celebration of indie bookstores and the readers who support them. What many of you may not know is that I’m…