From GRAND RAPIDS HISTORICAL SOCIETYThe Grand Rapids Historical Society has announced a 250th lecture series celebrating 250 years of American history. The speakers will be featured in the auditorium of the historic Grand Rapids Town Hall, 24282 Front Street. The topic of the next program on Saturday, Aug. 8, at 7 p.m., will be World War II, presented by Rob Creps. After getting a degree from the University of Toledo, Creps worked for a short time in sales, purchasing, and quality control positions. There will be 13 programs presented as part of this lecture series.