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In a matter of minutes, the 7-Eleven at the corner of South Avenue and Valley Drive transformed from business as usual to a standing ground on an issue timeworn to the community and its residents — safety. More than 100 community leaders and residents, seemingly spent by exclusion and violence, gathered to say they won’t stand for the assault that …

New director of the YWCA teaches life skills to keep girls heading on the right path One look at Fanny Villarreal’s kitchen, and it’s clear that the mother of two is proud of her kids. Their artwork and examples of good grades line the cabinets, with more added every day. “My sons are the light of my life, very active, …

Local activist Phil Prehn got his start as a student protester As Phil Prehn drove down Interstate 90 from Syracuse to Albany for a concert, he had the radio playing full blast. He was gearing up to see his favorite artist, Bruce Springsteen. “I’m not saying he’s a god, but maybe a prophet,” Prehn said. Prehn has been to more …

New building set to open later this month It has been six years in the making, but the Eat to Live Food Co-Op has finally scheduled its highly anticipated opening for late September.  The co-op will be located at 2323 South Salina St. and is projected to be open and operating six days a week from 8 a.m. to 7 …

The Rev. David Tanyhill supports, champions their successes Ashley Noel was sitting beside her mother in the red pews of the church she grew up in but had left for years. She never expected what happened to her one Sunday morning during service. The pastor called her out to come before the congregation. “I was so shocked I didn’t know …

Farm Fresh Moble Market works to bring healthy food and education to communities When you walk through the doors of a small side room of the Villa Scalabrini Apartment complex, you’re welcomed with a double surprise: a table filled with colorful fruits and vegetables and a warm and welcoming smile. Virginia Diane Turner holds her arms open wide to greet …

The Stand currently has two openings for community members to join our Board of Directors. Board members meet every other month for two hours on a Saturday morning. Members discuss story suggestions, events, advertising opportunities, workshop offerings and any questions or concerns.

The Stand’s Fourth annual Photo Walk was held this summer with a group of 14 participants, three photo walk leaders and beautiful weather. Participants were warmly welcomed by the community during the walk held Saturday, July 13. The day’s event opened at the South Side Innovation Center with a photo lesson taught by photo instructor and former director of photography …

Through his writing, Dale Harp is on a mission to educate youth on making the right choices When you meet Dale Harp you can’t help but want to pull up a chair and listen to his life story. His demeanor is so warm and inviting you feel you’ve known him your entire life. Having gone through some rather difficult times …

Mary Nelson’s 12th annual Youth Day Barbecue brought together volunteers and businesses to continue the tradition of working together to give away backpacks filled with school supplies to local youth. The event gathered thousands of families for not only free supplies but entertainment, food and screenings donated by area organizations that see an opportunity for outreach and lending. The event …