City blocks plans to turn church building into PCC

A dissolved church's plan to donate its building to the Alpha Women's Center of Grand Rapids has been blocked by Wyoming, Michigan, city officials. Wyoming's Zoning Board of Appeals voted 5-2 Monday against letting the PCC move into Newhall Baptist Church, which held its final service Sunday. The main objection was allowing a non-residential use in the neighborhood. Carolyn Koole, executive director, said Alpha is having trouble meeting the $3,000 monthly rent at its current location. The center's board meets Tuesday to consider its options. Grand Rapids Press