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Saturday, March 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mel Trotter Ministries will launch a new complex care program for nine chronically homeless men in three transitional houses in Grand Rapids—modeled after Dégagé’s Heartside Landings that provided round-the-clock support and on-site healthcare for women. FOX 17
- ➤ Byron Center's Whistlestop Dog Park will close on May 1 after the township board voted 4—3 on March 10 without prior public notice, and local residents have signed a petition to keep it open. Supporters of the park plan to speak at a board meeting on April 14 to urge a change in the decision. WOOD TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man died when his car hit a tree at the intersection of E Fulton St and Alten Ave early Friday morning; responders took him to the hospital but could not save him and the Traffic Unit is investigating the crash. FOX 17
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Faygo will launch two new flavors in early April. Super Pop is inspired by Michigan's classic Superman ice cream and Bubble Pop is a bubblegum soda in 20- and 24-ounce bottles; executive vice president Dan Trpevski said the launch is one of the biggest in the company's 118-year history. WOOD TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Rapids Fire Department will begin construction this summer on a $46M five-story fire training center at 850 Pannell St. NW—this new facility will consolidate fire operations from across the city onto a single campus. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Many Michiganders are visiting the 2025 Cottage & Lakefront Living Show at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids today—local vendors and live art displays share ideas for buying, building, renovating, and decorating cottages. The event began on March 28 and will continue until March 30. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Indian Mounds Rock & Mineral Show
9:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. — Rogers Plaza Town Center — Free entry — Explore museum-quality exhibits and get hands-on with geode cracking and artisan displays.
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Andrew Orolfo Live Comedy Show
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Dr. Grins Comedy Club — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a night of laughter with Filipino American comedian Andrew Orolfo, a San Francisco comedy staple.
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