Good Day
Grand Rapids
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Black Lake sturgeon fishing season will officially open on Saturday, Feb. 7 with a limit of six sturgeon. Anglers must register online by Friday, Feb. 6 (at a trailer near Zollner Rd) and display bright red flags during fishing hours. FOX 17
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery is closed to the public until June 2 to allow the family to perform essential orchard maintenance and facility upgrades (including a shift to canned hard cider production). This seasonal shutdown, the first since 2008-2009, aims to align operations with peak foot traffic. FOX 17
- ➤ Grand Rapids is set for more downtown visitors from two new venues that will draw over 20,000 people and stretch parking capacity with 15,686 public spots plus many private ones (residents may need to walk a few blocks). Local business owners expect more customer traffic. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids Public Library will host a free Lunar New Year event at three branches (Main, Seymour, Yankee Clipper) on Feb. 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will include family-friendly activities that honor the Year of the Horse and Asian traditions. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA said that Grand Rapids has some of the lowest gas prices in Michigan at $2.53 per gallon, 18 cents below last month and 44 cents lower than last year; drivers can fill a 15-gallon tank for about $40. ABC 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Consumers Energy’s Muskegon Solar covers 1,900 acres and now powers about 40,000 homes and businesses with over 550,000 panels (which rotate to follow the sun) after beginning construction in spring 2024 with more than 200 union-sourced jobs. FOX 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ada Township began construction on a $2.5M pedestrian bridge over the Thornapple River yesterday, +linking nearby homes to downtown and Legacy Park+; work is set to finish by July 15, and residents should use alternate routes during construction +to avoid temporary closures+. FOX 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Free radon testing kits are offered to Kent County homes throughout January at the main clinic at 700 Fuller Ave NE and at select library branches on Tuesday mornings (Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27) to help residents test for this dangerous, odorless gas. FOX 17
- ➤ Kent County Health Department is offering free radon test kits this January at Kent District Library branches and its main clinic in Grand Rapids to help residents test homes. Kits are given each Tuesday (Plainfield Jan. 6, Cascade Jan. 13, Grandville Jan. 20, Kentwood Jan. 27) for winter radon checks. ABC 13
- ➤ The Kent County Health Department and Kent District Library offer free radon test kits during Radon Action Month; an informational table runs from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each Tuesday, with kits available today at Plainfield Branch and at the county clinic in Grand Rapids while supplies last. MLive
- ➤ Rebecca Perrin in Grand Rapids faced a steep increase after ACA subsidies expired and must choose between a $450 monthly plan and going uninsured. Experts say rising premiums could push costs higher for everyone with coverage. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Caleb Storey - a Jenison High School senior - broke his own 50 freestyle record by 0.49 seconds during a meet with Jenison and Granville swimmers. He credited careful preparation and a positive mindset while aiming for even greater achievements this season. FOX 17
- ➤ At Grand Rapids Gold’s Flint Tropics Night Saturday at Van Andel Arena, FOX 17’s Andy Curtis served as referee for a pro-wrestling match that honored Semi-Pro with 70s costumes and music; more family-friendly promotion games are coming this season. FOX 17
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Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show
12:00 – 1:30 PM — DeVos Place — Ticket prices vary — Explore the latest RVs, travel trailers, and camping gear at this local favorite event.
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Concert Night with King Ink and Friends
7-10:30 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of energetic performances with King Ink and supporting acts Zudocks, Moravian, and Feeding Grizzlies.
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Milwaukee Admirals vs. Grand Rapids Griffins
7-9 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting hockey matchup between two AHL rivals in Grand Rapids.
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The Somm Series: Vino & Pintxos
7-9 p.m. — Grand Vin — $75 per person — Discover exquisite Spanish wines paired with delightful snacks led by experienced sommeliers.
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John Heffron Live Comedy Show
6:00 – 10:15 PM — Dr. Grins Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian John Heffron performing live.
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John Heffron Live
6:00 – 10:15 PM — Dr. Grins Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with the comedic stylings of John Heffron.
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Cabin Fever Psychic & Holistic Fair
10 AM – 6 PM — Tulyp, Tapestry Collection by Hilton — Free entry — Explore mystical vibes with aura photography, tarot readings, and more to break the winter blues.
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Methodology Melee: How We Build Digital Products
6-8 p.m. — Start Garden — Free entry — Discover the human side of digital product development through expert-led discussions and networking.
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Baby Storytime
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Allendale Twp Library — Free entry — Storytime filled with stories, songs, and play for little ones and their caregivers.
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Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Concert
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Wealthy Theatre — Get your tickets now to experience the harmonic soundscapes of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons illuminated by candlelight.
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