Good Day
Grand Rapids
Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fields Farm in Comstock Park, Michigan, invites people to donate their real Christmas trees for the goats and other animals to enjoy as food and shelter. ABC 13
- ➤ Momma's Boy Pizza in Rockford experienced its busiest 5 hours on New Year's Eve, setting a new sales record and expressing gratitude towards the community and their young staff. ABC 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Human remains discovered near the Electric Forest festival site have intensified the search for Kevin Graves, missing since 2018, as his family awaits confirmation. FOX 17
- ➤ Grand Rapids reported a significant decrease in homicides in 2024, with 14 lives lost, marking the city's lowest in six years and investigations on several cases ongoing. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids is poised for significant growth in 2025 with major projects including a $184 million Acrisure Amphitheater, luxury housing, and substantial business expansions. MLive
- ➤ Michigan's minimum wage increases, affecting all workers immediately with more hikes planned, amid concerns from tipped employees about potential negative impacts on their earnings. FOX 17
- ➤ Minimum hourly wages, including for minors and tipped positions, will rise on January 1, 2025. WOOD TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Health is now excluded from Humana's Medicare Advantage network, impacting patients' access to care. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
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Board Game Meetup Night
A weekly gathering for board game enthusiasts to enjoy a variety of games, snacks, and good conversation at Grand Coney.
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Shelby Lentz Acoustic Performance at The Holiday Bar
Acclaimed singer Shelby Lentz will perform an acoustic show at The Holiday Bar, showcasing her powerful vocal talents.
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Midwest Skies! Featuring Jenn's Apartment
Midwest Skies! will perform live at Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill in Grand Rapids.
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Trivia Night at Brann's Steakhouse in Holland
Join Brann's Steakhouse for Trivia Tuesdays, where guests can enjoy an evening of fun and competition in a welcoming dining environment.
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The Somm Series Volume XVIII: Curds & Corks
This event features a 5-course cheese and wine pairing experience led by experts Evan Talen and Tom at Grand Vin.
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The 39 Steps Theatre Performance
A theatrical presentation of 'The 39 Steps' at the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre, featuring unique ticketing that supports charitable causes.
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Kyle Joe Live at The Stray
Kyle Joe will perform live at The Stray in Grand Rapids, featuring a night of music and entertainment.
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Micah Tyler Concert
Micah Tyler will perform live at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, showcasing his music from 6:00 PM.
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Onyx Storm Book Release Celebration
The Onyx Storm release party will feature themed activities and giveaways at Schuler Books in Grand Rapids.
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Latina Connect: Prioritizing Self-Care for Latina Entrepreneurs
This event offers guidance on self-care strategies for Latina business owners through discussions, workshops, and community connection.
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