Good Day
Grand Rapids
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Rapids YMCA is calling for donations ahead of its annual White Elephant Sale on April 24 and 25 at the former Art Van Furniture location in Comstock Park (proceeds will fund Camp Manitou-Lin). FOX 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedy icon Jerry Seinfeld will perform at Acrisure Amphitheater in Grand Rapids on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 8:15 p.m. Tickets go on sale later this week with local pre-sale on Wednesday at 10 a.m. and general release on Friday. ABC 13
- ➤ TLC, Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue will perform at Acrisure Amphitheater on Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the It’s Iconic tour, with presales starting today and public tickets available on Thursday, Mar. 26 at 10 a.m. ABC 13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported Michigan gas prices for regular unleaded have reached $3.92 per gallon—a 33-cent jump from last week and the highest since summer 2023—while drivers in Grand Rapids and West Michigan now face about $59 for a full 15 gallon tank. ABC 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids Public Schools installed stop-arm cameras on 135 buses (with BusPatrol) to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. The five-week warning period began the week of Mar. 23 and enforcement will start Apr. 27 with ticket revenue partly funding the program. FOX 17
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids secured $11 million in federal funding from the USDA to restore the Grand River by removing four dams and adding rock features; work begins in July and will take two years + it will improve habitat for aquatic wildlife and boaters’ safety. FOX 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richard Griffin launched his campaign for the Third Ward City Commission seat on Saturday, March 14, speaking candidly about his past and his work with Cure Violence. The former juvenile lifer seeks community acceptance + aims to unseat incumbent Commissioner Kelsey Perdue. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ottawa County health officials advised local residents to avoid Ottawa Creek and part of the Grand River near Grand Valley State University after a sewage spill reported Monday, March 23. The advisory cautions against activities (such as fishing or kayaking) until testing confirms the water is safe. MLive
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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.
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Anthony Gomes Live Concert
8-11 PM — The Stache — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying blues and rock fusion from Canadian guitarist Anthony Gomes.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Lion King Stage Musical
7:30-9:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets available — Experience the breathtaking artistry and unforgettable music of this award-winning Broadway classic.
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Broadway Rave - Musical Theater Dance Party
7:30 p.m. — The Stache — Cost varies — Dance the night away to Broadway hits and connect with fellow theater lovers.
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Katy on Keys at Mojo's Dueling Piano Bar
8 PM - 12 AM — Mojo's Dueling Piano Bar & Restaurant — Cover charge may apply — Experience powerhouse vocals and a fun atmosphere with Katy on Keys at this lively dueling piano event.
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