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Grand Rapids
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cascade Township is hosting an Easter Egg Stuffing Party at the Cascade Library on Tuesday, March 10 from 9 a.m. to noon where neighbors will help stuff eggs for the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt while enjoying drinks - light refreshments provided. FOX 17
- ➤ The West Michigan Women's Expo is taking place at DeVos Place downtown from Friday, March 6 to Sunday, March 8. A new feature called BLINGO After Dark will offer bingo-style games and music while a portion of ticket sales supports Food Hugs. FOX 17
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pace Industries will close two factories at 2121 Latimer Drive + 2350 Black Creek Road in Muskegon and lay off 145 workers on April 25 for restructuring. The company will keep its Muskegon operations at 2281 Port City Blvd. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lowell High School students performed Chicago: Teen Edition after months of rehearsals — the production started Friday, March 6 and will run five shows over the next two weeks at the school. FOX 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the Grand Rapids Policy Conference on Friday, Microsoft discussed plans for new data centers in Lowell and Gaines Township and held town halls for project details. Jonathan Noble, Microsoft’s Senior Director, stressed the company’s community-first goals (including keeping local utility costs steady) while some local groups stay cautious. FOX 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pat Dorgan retired Friday after 50 years at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, where he helped patients walk using orthotics and prosthetics (he plans to mentor new staff in retirement). Colleagues praised his decades of dedication to improving care. FOX 17
- ➤ Corewell Health doctor Dr. Thomas Boyden warns that losing one hour of sleep when clocks spring forward Sunday may raise heart attack risk by up to 24% on Monday and Tuesday; those with diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea or high cholesterol are advised to get extra rest. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Wyoming girls basketball seniors won their first district playoff game against Caledonia and will face East Kentwood for the championship Friday at 7 p.m. at Wyoming High School. ABC 13
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Dancing With The Stars Tour
7-10 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets available online — Experience the excitement and glitz of Hollywood's favorite dance show live on stage.
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Ultimate Sport Show 2026
1 PM-5 PM — DeVos Place — Varies by exhibitor — Experience the excitement of the 81st Annual Ultimate Sport Show with over 300 exhibitors showcasing the latest outdoor gear and adventures.
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& Juliet Performance
& Juliet — 7:30-10:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Starting at $44 — Experience a vibrant musical reimagining of Shakespeare's classic tale.
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EKHS All Class Reunion Bash
5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Tickets start at $64 — Celebrate with music from multiple local bands at this class reunion event.
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Grand Rapids Gold Free Ticket Event
7-9 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Free tickets for DSAWM members — Catch the Grand Rapids Gold live in action with a special ticket giveaway!
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Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey
7:30-10:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets start at $45 — Experience an enchanting musical exploration of Europe with Rick Steves.
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Branford Marsalis Quartet Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — St. Cecilia Music Center — Ticket information available — Experience the profound talent of Branford Marsalis, a jazz luminary renowned for his dynamic performances and rich musical heritage.
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Mega 80's vs. Class of 98 Showdown
9 PM — Elevation at The Intersection — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of music as the 80s and 90s battle it out on the dance floor.
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Secondhand Serenade Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt music of Secondhand Serenade in the intimate setting of a local venue.
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Quinn XCII Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — The Stache — Ticketed event — Experience the genre-bending sounds of Quinn XCII with energetic live performances and heartfelt storytelling.
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