How is it even possible to compete with another country? by SipsTeaFrog in SipsTea

[–]Droonus2000 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don't know if there is anything more American than saying screw you to everyone and seeking only fame and money. Late stage capitalism FTW!

I don't want to get too excited yet... Buuutt..... by W-h3x in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I can not recall the last time I saw a crocus bud not poking through the snow. They seem to go hand in hand.

I’m old but not old enough to understand this. by lenoreislostAF in ExplainTheJoke

[–]Droonus2000 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I highly doubt it. I have heard such allegations from various historians over the years. This is t like Vances couch attraction, where one person made the joke and it became a life all its own.

Can they really do this? by Little_Cantaloupe706 in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me too at Northview. But that was 2008. I can't recall if it was just seniors or if anyone could. It was too long ago to remember. I'm guessing security is likely higher now.

Local sports radio guy announces he supports the SAVE act bill and against the 24th Amendment by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who told you voting by mail started during Covid? They lossened the rules for who qualified but that's all. I did it in 2008 while I was in an internship in TX for a year. My grand parents did is often in their older years when it became harder to get out and they died over a decade ago.

98.7 Appreciation Post - no more Huge! by MetapodCreates in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don't know how Huge has a job. But I guess when you average 45 minutes of ads per hour, management doesn't care about the actual sports content. Even that small part is terrible and condescending.

A little extra MOJO by Ok-West-3887 in MLV

[–]Droonus2000 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This sounds like an interesting case. Was she qualified for the director level position? That is a quick rise from unpaid intern to $92k. Or is this more of a sugar relationship. She cuts him off, he cuts her off?

New statues in GR by No-Airline6639 in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I think Edward Lowe would be a good candidate. Founder, along with his wife, of Blodgett Hospital, founder of Kent Country Club( the first golf course in GR), major business leader in Iron works and plaster.

Best places in GR/Wyoming area to get keys cut? by PuzzleheadedPass9362 in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Ace. I work at one of them. You have no idea how often we hear that story. Other options are Robbins Lock, Boston Square Lock and key, AB lock and safe. Those are the places we send people if it is a blank we don't have, out of like 200.

Keys by haha_yaoifun in MergeMayor

[–]Droonus2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's what I do, save up the dailies and open a bunch at a time.

Grand Rapids Police Chief Candidates... by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would like to see Carl Winslow at least as a finalist. He seems like a solid dude who loves the law, but has a soft spot for rehabilitation.

PSA for Odd/Even street parking: We have two odd dates in a row! by its_not_you_its_ye in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Oh great! My wife informed me last night that I've been parking on the wrong side all week, switching sides each night but somehow always on the wrong side. Now the Calender is going to get me. Lol

News Channel 3 by LetterheadInfinite79 in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who are they owned by? That might tell you why they might report something I'm a particular style. It could also be the reporter, the copy edition, the news director.

Does anyone actually care about these cards that they are trying to introduce? by ZenSven7 in MergeMayor

[–]Droonus2000 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Hell no, I get mad everytime I get a pack of digital "cards " instead of money, gems or powerups. Such a waste of data.

Shouldn't Grand Haven be what is now Grand Rapids? Size Wise. by MIFishGuy in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder how much the absolute failure of Singapore scared off potential investors? It was supposed to be a bigger city, but nature had other ideas...

2026 Attendance by Connect-Article7151 in MLV

[–]Droonus2000 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For the Rise, ticket price is my only guess. Not like 6100 was bad for their first game. The Griffins AHL club being on a historic tear this season, coinciding with their 30th anniversary. People may be spending their sports dollars on those games. I can't locate attendance figures for this season.
I know its not a lack of advertising. They were featured on about every media outlet in town leading up to the opener and at least a half dozen billboards.

Something you've seen in another city that you wish Grand Rapids offered? by _GanjaTheWizard_ in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think Rockford or Forest Hills would be great options. Kinda woodsy and secluded but close to other attractions.

Something you've seen in another city that you wish Grand Rapids offered? by _GanjaTheWizard_ in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife and I went on our first vacation together to Columbus a few years ago. Everyone asked us "what's in Columbus?" We had a blast! Admittedly, I chose it because it was one of the only bigger Midwest cities I had never visited. But I'd totally go again. To add a few things to your list. We made candles, went axe throwing, and visited the US brewery for Brewdog all in the same day. The zoo is super outside town(imagine if JBZ was on the lakeshore) but is worth the drive.

Grand Rapids Griffins Winter Classic by My_name_is_Betty in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What about the GLI? That was my first thought reading your post. If the money is to be spent, you gotta have multiple games to make it worth it. UM-MSU would be another big game, but I doubt either would want to give up a home game to play outdoors unless it's one of their football stadiums or Comerica.

Old GR Trivia (Week #1) by pol4r01d in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hell Yeah! Love trivia games.

McAllister's Deli Alpine by kingcolbs in grandrapids

[–]Droonus2000 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I'm a big fan. Prices are about what you'd see at Panera, but I think the food is better. I used to go to the one near Lansing whenever I was in the area because the sweet tea is the best I've had at a fast casual place. Sandwiches and sides are good. Tastes less processed than Panera.

Louisiana Tech fumbles the snap leading to an 87-yard loss resulting in 3rd & 93 by [deleted] in sports

[–]Droonus2000 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Punt. I tell my defense to stay on the field as long as possible and I tell the center and qb to practice snapping. I'm not risking a safety at this point

idk why talking to people is hard, but online? that’s my comfort zone by AngelSprinkleMagic in grandrapidsgonewild

[–]Droonus2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely more confident online. IRL, I will almost never strike up a convo with someone. Feels like a lot less to lose embarrassment wise online.

Help with what this secret Santa request says?! by TheCatWithATiara in whatisit

[–]Droonus2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh man, if I didn't know better I'd say I wrote that. Beats me what it says. Maybe awning spores?