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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Grand Rapids kindergartner died Wednesday after his family was involved in a serious head-on crash — the collision occurred at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday on U.S. 131 near Day Road in Kalkaska County. MLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Meijer will open its new Independence Market in Independence Township on April 30. The 50,000-square-foot store at 5820 Waldon Road in Clarkston will offer groceries, health and beauty items, pet supplies, local products and a café with Latin street food+ coffee. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Twenty-one-year-old Edreek Tornes was sentenced on March 26 for selling fentanyl-laced heroin that led to the overdose death of a 39-year-old woman, and her family said they were frustrated that his sentence could allow his release in less than five years. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Walker City Commission voted four to one to reject a rezoning request for the Brightside Lane housing project at 4519 Richmond St. NW (on 19 acres) because of concerns about density and traffic safety. The decision stops plans to build 40 new homes in a Grand Rapids suburb. MLive
- ➤ Three Kent County courts are offering an amnesty program in April that lets residents settle overdue fines without extra fees. If people pay their original fines in full, late fees, bench warrant fees and show cause fees will be canceled—this applies to misdemeanor cases, traffic tickets and civil infractions. WOOD TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sports fans in Grand Rapids will view a new exhibit of 1,200 autographed baseball memorabilia donated by longtime Tigers fan Steve Nagengast+his wife Mary. The Play Ball! exhibit will open April 4 at the Grand Rapids Public Museum and features autographs from Ty Cobb+Al Kaline and Miguel Cabrera. MLive
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Columbus Fury at Grand Rapids Rise
7-11 p.m. | Van Andel Arena | Ticket prices vary | Experience thrilling soccer action as the Columbus Fury takes on the Grand Rapids Rise.
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The Bad Bunny Party
9:00 PM — The Pyramid Scheme — Ticketed event — Celebrate the vibrant music of Bad Bunny at a lively party atmosphere.
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John R. Miller Concert
7-10 p.m. | Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy an evening of live music with John R. Miller's soulful tunes.
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Jeffrey Lewis Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Buy tickets online — Experience an exciting night with Jeffrey Lewis and opening acts Voltage, Grasping Straws, and SHRiNK.
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Lenten Prayer Services
11 a.m. & 7 p.m. — Messiah Lutheran Church — Soup Supper available — Experience Lenten meditations with prayer and song, focusing on The Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
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Emma Bieniewicz Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Buy tickets — Enjoy an evening with Emma Bieniewicz, Harlow, and The Skinny Limbs at this vibrant venue.
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60 Minutes of Virtual Reality Experience
April 4-27 — Amped Virtual Reality — Ticket required — Immerse yourself in traditional VR or collaborate in multiplayer escape rooms for a thrilling hour of fun.
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Grand Rapids Rise vs. Vegas Thrill
7-11 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Check out this exciting matchup between the Grand Rapids Rise and the Vegas Thrill.
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Headband Henny Concert Night
7-11 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Buy tickets online — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Headband Henny, Motion Sick, Griff Paws, and Daniel Brock.
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Grand Rapids Woodcock Walk 2025
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Luton Park - Prairie Overlook Parking Lot — Registration required — Experience a unique outdoor birdwatching event with a limited number of participants.
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