Week in Review, Oct. 9: Occupations, Home Building

Our readers had political themes on the brain this week, from to . With the recession prompting discussions (and protests) on the tough question of economic inequality in our country, things are getting quite interesting these days, both at the national level and here in our little burg. Elk Grove Patch is happy to provide a space for locals to discuss and debate about the best way forward for Elk Grove and for the nation. If you have something to say, don't by shy. And if there's an issue you think we should be covering, email us at felicia.mello@patch.com.

Here are some highlights from the week of Oct. 3 to Oct. 9.

With October designated National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a couple local organizations jumped into the campaign.

Readers began discussing whether to organize a protest in solidarity with the Occupy Wall Street movement, and if so, what the demands should be. Any updates, guys?

While bank robbers took off from a local Chase branch toting cash, a security guard opened fire in the parking lot. Was it justified?

In the wake of Steve Jobs's death, a teenage blogger reflected on how his company has impacted her life.

Developers asked for rezoning to build more single-family rather than multi-family homes in Madeira. Our columnist wondered how the change would affect low-income families.

Supporters of The Grove Leadership Academy held an open house to tempt parents with the proposed school's smaller class sizes and emphasis on civic leadership.

One of Elk Grove's top youth soccer players talked to us about choosing club play over his high school team.