Good morning, Grand Rapids.

A new report shows Kent County’s young adult population is rising in many communities including Grand Rapids — Kalamazoo and several surrounding towns.

Analysts are working to understand the factors behind the growth.

The Grand Rapids Public Library will host a spring book sale on April 25-26 at the Main Library, offering books, music and movies at low prices.

Saturday’s sale sells books for 50 cents each and Sunday’s promotion is $5 for a grocery bag with own bag (special items are separate).

The John Ball Zoo is opening today in Grand Rapids (heralding a new destination for local families) as it prepares to welcome visitors.

Hope Network volunteers and Beer City Dog Biscuits’ Brew Bakers are making St. Patrick’s Day shamrock treats with spent grain this week at Sunshine Community Church — in Creston — and 300 skilled Brew Bakers now produce natural dog treats available in 243 Meijer stores.

Microsoft plans to buy 57.8 acres near its current 365-acre site for a proposed data center in Gaines Township.

The township will review its rezoning request to light industrial at a Planning Commission meeting on April 15 — neighbor concerns remain part of the discussion.

The Breakaway EDM festival will be held Aug.

14-15 at Belknap Park, featuring Subtronics, Fisher, It’s Murph and 23 other acts. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on March 23 — general admission, VIP options and travel packages are available.

The Michigan House passed a bill to ban the growth and sale of kratom and it now will head to the state Senate for a vote.

Lawmakers say the ban aims to protect health, noting no proven benefit for the product (Rep. Matt Hall explained the move).

Dr. Michael Tuczynski of Cutting Edge Vasectomy said more men are scheduling vasectomies in March to time the five-minute procedure around basketball games — a trend observed as his clinic, which does over 1,000 a year, expects about 200 this month.

The Grand Rapids Rise volleyball team visited Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital this week as part of their Players With Purpose program — $5 from each home match ticket supports local nonprofits.

They also played wheelchair volleyball to help patients enjoy therapy.

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.

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.

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.

Sam Bush Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — St. Cecilia Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative sounds of Sam Bush blending bluegrass with jazz and rock influences.

Anthony Gomes Live Concert

8-11 PM — The Stache — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying blues and rock fusion from Canadian guitarist Anthony Gomes.

Super Future Live

9 PM – 12 AM — Elevation — Tickets available — Experience a unique electronic journey with Super Future's eclectic sounds and high-energy performance.

K-Pop Kids Dance Party

10:30 AM – 4:30 PM — Elevation — Family-friendly event — Dance along to K-Pop remixes and iconic pop anthems while dressed in your favorite costumes.

Candlelight - 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

6:30-7:45 p.m. — Wealthy Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the essence of 90s hip-hop reimagined through strings in a magical candlelit setting.

Hot In Herre: 2000s Dance Party

9 PM – 12 AM — Elevation — Entry details not specified — Relive the 2000s with top hits and nostalgic vibes from your favorite artists.

Annual Easter Brunch Buffet

10 AM – 4 PM — Reds at Thousand Oaks — Adults $39, Children 5–12 $16 — Indulge in a delightful array of breakfast favorites and holiday specialties.