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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Construction is underway at Briggs Field, a Grand Rapids Public Schools athletic field near Briggs Park, where $1.5 million is being spent on a new track, bleachers, fenced field, and extra toilet rooms for community use. The project—funded by a $305 million bond approved in November 2023—is set to be completed by August and will allow the school to host more district events. MLive
- ➤ On April 24, over 2,000 people gathered at Grand Rapids’ Blue Bridge for a major Autism Awareness Month event, making it one of West Michigan’s biggest community celebrations for autism. WOOD TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former police officer Christopher Schurr faces trial on Monday for second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of Patrick Lyoya during a 2022 traffic stop—while a judge has restricted photography by allowing only one videographer in the courtroom—so reporters must cover the trial from a media room. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Dyngus Fest begins at Kosciuszko Polish Hall on Grand Rapids’ southwest side to celebrate spring, renewal, and Polish heritage with food, live music by the Chix & Styx Polka Band, and festive offerings on this free two-day event. The celebration runs Friday from 1 p.m. to midnight and Saturday from noon to midnight. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The East Grand Rapids Public Safety Department approved a new 18-foot Diamondback rescue airboat to replace its unstable 2003 model that lacked a safe lift system for water and ice rescues on Reeds and Fisk Lakes. The boat will arrive by the end of 2025 — and the city plans to sell the old vessel. MLive
- ➤ Governor Whitmer visited the Hope Village affordable housing project in Grand Rapids on Thursday and toured tiny home foundations built by Mel Trotter Ministries. She also announced a $2 billion investment for 11,000 new homes as the project is set to finish by the end of the year (a key move to expand affordable housing). FOX 17
- ➤ Gov. Whitmer appointed Court of Appeals Judge Noah Hood to the Michigan Supreme Court on Feb. 26 to replace Justice Elizabeth Clement, and Hood—who served as a Wayne County judge in 2019 and joined the Court of Appeals in 2022—will serve until the term ends in 2026. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Isaac TeSlaa, a Unity Christian High School graduate who switched from quarterback to wide receiver, is expected to be a late pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and may become the first from his school to join the league if his name is called this weekend—his strong NFL Combine performance and college achievements have bolstered his draft board ranking. He earned accolades at Hillsdale and Arkansas, setting up a breakthrough opportunity for his professional football career. FOX 17
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Live at Night Grand Rapids
7:00-8:30 p.m. — GLC Live at 20 Monroe — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of live entertainment for ages 18+ with an exciting lineup of acts.
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Grand Rapids Ballet: Be Here Now
2-3:30 p.m. — Peter Martin Wege Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting return of Le Grand Jazz! with a mix of classic and contemporary jazz tunes.
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Shinedown Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Tickets from $32 — Experience the electrifying energy of Shinedown live in concert.
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Texas Stars vs. Grand Rapids Griffins (Playoff Game)
7-11 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Texas Stars face off against the Grand Rapids Griffins in an action-packed playoff game.
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Science and Sensory Night
4:30-5:30 p.m. — South Godwin Head Start — Free entry — Engage in hands-on science activities and enjoy delicious walking tacos.
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Marvel Years Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Stache — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electric soul of Cory Wythe as he showcases his guitar mastery at The Stache.
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Invent Animate + Silent Planet - Tour 2025
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Elevation — $33 — Experience a powerful night of music with Invent Animate and Silent Planet in Grand Rapids.
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Giovannie & The Hired Guns Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Stache — Tickets available — Experience the explosive blend of alt-metal and country from the dynamic band that defies musical boundaries.
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Clap Your Hands Say Yeah Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Tickets available — Experience Clap Your Hands Say Yeah performing their debut album along with Knifeplay in an intimate setting.
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Grand Rapids Griffins Playoff Game 2
7:59 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of Round 3 as the Griffins battle for victory at home.
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