‘Borrow the Internet’ from the Grand Rapids Public Library
GRAND RAPIDS (February 9, 2021) The Grand Rapids Public Library is launching a Hotspot Lending Program for GRPL cardholders. The program provides free, unlimited internet access to easily get online using a Wi-Fi-enabled device such as a phone, tablet or laptop. The hotspot allows up to 15 devices toContinue Reading
“What’s On Your Mind, Shanika P.?”
Hello and welcome to the first of my bi-weekly column for Grander! YAY! I look forward to sharing with you, through my writing, what comes to mind to discuss. To kick things off, and appropriately for Black History Month, let’s talk about Judas and the Black Messiah. I have been waitingContinue Reading
Ben Crump: Nation defaults to seeing Black people — too often victims — as threats
Black musician stood up for himself and family, teaching his son to push for change in the face of violent bias. Ben CrumpOpinion contributor Keyon Harrold Jr. learned a harsh lesson at the age of 14 in a New York City hotel lobby: It doesn’t matter who you are,Continue Reading
Beyoncé extends the Beygood impact fund with support to families faces with the housing crisis
When we were faced with the pandemic caused by COVID-19, BeyGOOD created a plan to make a difference. We assisted organizations across the country that were providing people with basic needs like food, water, household supplies and COVID testing. We also provided mental health support. We then launched our BeyGOODContinue Reading