Good Day
Grand Rapids
Saturday, March 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Riley Mack won the Home & Garden Show's Flower Power Challenge, securing a $500 charity donation for the YWCA West Central Michigan. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids celebrates Harriet Woods Hill, the city's first African American female police officer, with a mural downtown as part of the Women's Way Initiative highlighting local women leaders. MLive
- ➤ The 30th annual Butterflies Are Blooming exhibition at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, featuring over 60 species of tropical butterflies, is open from March 1 to April 30. MLive
- ➤ Noodle Fest in Grand Rapids offers a variety of noodle dishes from different cultures to foster community connections and celebrate diversity. WOOD TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Michigan awards $10.6M to 13 organizations, including the Hispanic Center of Western Michigan, to enhance digital technology skills and access, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Digital Equity Act. FOX 17
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A rare alignment of seven planets is currently visible across the night sky, with the best views after sunset and potential visibility continuing for several weeks. FOX 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kent County and its communities are receiving over $4 million from Michigan's state marijuana tax disbursements totaling nearly $100 million. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, has introduced a pediatric critical care ambulance, staffed by specialized medical personnel to serve children with health emergencies across Michigan. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rockford and Northview high schools advanced in the boys basketball Division 1 district championship after winning with buzzer-beaters. MLive
- ➤ "Friday Night Smackdown", a prominent WWE event, is set to take place in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in June 2025, featuring stars like Cody Rhodes and Charlotte Flair. MLive
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TobyMac and Crowder Live in Concert
Experience an evening of uplifting music with renowned artists TobyMac and Crowder at the Van Andel Arena.
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Rittz Concert at The Stache
Rittz, an independent hip hop artist with two Gold Certified singles and a rich touring history, is set to perform as part of his Back For More Tour at The Stache in Grand Rapids.
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Ash Wednesday Divine Service at Messiah Lutheran Church
Messiah Lutheran Church will hold its annual Ash Wednesday Divine Services with a midweek schedule, including a baked potato bar and chili supper before the evening service, emphasizing themes of repentance and forgiveness.
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Clue: A Touring Theater Performance
Experience the captivating touring performance of Clue at the DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids.
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Coffee with the Grand Rapids Symphony Chorus
The Grand Rapids Symphony chorus will perform in an intimate setting, featuring complimentary coffee and donuts before the performance.
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Clue: The Touring Theatre Experience
The event features a touring performance of 'Clue' at DeVos Performance Hall, offering an engaging theatrical experience for attendees.
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Grand Rapids Ballet Junior Company presents Beauty and the Beast
The Grand Rapids Ballet Junior Company will perform a heartfelt rendition of the classic tale Beauty and the Beast, showcasing choreography by Attila Mosolygo.
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Herb Alpert Concert
Herb Alpert will perform live in Grand Rapids, offering an electrifying musical experience with impressive stage production.
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Camp Rock - The Musical Performance
Experience the live rendition of Camp Rock - The Musical at the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre.
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Stand-Up Comedy by Lucas Zelnick
Lucas Zelnick, a stand-up comedian from New York City known for his punch-heavy material, will perform at Dr. Grins Comedy Club.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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