Volunteering to fix the 'whole family unit'

Dealing with domestic violence can be complex and costly, let alone emotional.

Since January 2013, A.R.M.S., Abuse Recovery Ministry Services, has been serving as the Cheney Municipal Court’s domestic violence advocate at no charge, handling cases ranging from assault to verbal abuse — where violence often begins. Saturday, May 30, some Cheney residents are hoping the rest of the community will help A.R.M.S. monetarily battle the violence that rips families apart by attending an auction at Amazing Grace Fellowship.

According to auction coordinator Maria Fell, the goal is to raise $2,000 in pro...