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Grand Rapids
Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ About 2,100 Consumers Energy customers lost power Wednesday, May 14 after a 9 a.m. crash on the Southwest Side took down a utility pole + power lines near Cesar E. Chavez Avenue SW and Hall Street, and Consumers expected to have service restored by noon. MLive
- ➤ A crash on the southwest side of Grand Rapids took out a utility pole—cutting power for roughly 2,000 customers along US-131 and nearby streets—just before 8 a.m. on Wednesday, and city crews are working to restore service. FOX 17
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Corey Penn, father of 15-year-old Amillier Penn who was fatally shot while playing football last summer on Grand Rapids’ southeast side, asked the city to rename Umatilla Street after his son— the proposal was presented on May 13 and will be discussed in a public hearing on June 10 as 17-year-old Cartiyae Pascal faces murder charges. MLive
- ➤ NAACP Greater Grand Rapids held a public forum yesterday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Grand Rapids Center for Community Transformation to discuss next steps after a Kent County jury declared a mistrial in the murder trial of former officer Christopher Schurr who fatally shot Patrick Lyoya on April 4 during a traffic stop. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lower egg prices have eased grocery costs in West Michigan as the national average dropped from $6.23 to $5.12 a dozen and local stores report lower rates — economists warn that tariffs may soon push prices higher — while the Consumer Price Index in April rose only 0.2%. FOX 17
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Forecasters warn of an enhanced risk of severe weather today as late-night storms may bring large hail, damaging wind gusts and even tornadoes to areas including Grand Rapids, Muskegon and Holland — officials advise residents to stay alert. The National Weather Service says storm timing will vary from 8 p.m. in the Upper Peninsula to 11 p.m. in southeast Michigan — with some storms expected to continue into the early morning. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Five individuals celebrated completing an 18 to 24-month Problem-Solving Court program on Wednesday at the 61st District Court in Grand Rapids—this program helped them address addiction and avoid incarceration. FOX 17
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ ICCF Community Homes announced its $12M Building with Faith campaign on May 14 to build 200 affordable homes in Kent County using church-owned land, with plans to develop 100 rental units and help 100 families become first-time homeowners (a matching gift of $6M will boost donations). MLive
SPORTS NEWS
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Kishi Bashi Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Sold out — Experience a night of enchanting music with Kishi Bashi and Oshima Brothers.
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The All American Funk Parade
8:00-11:30 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Ticketed event — Experience a lively night of funk with The All American Funk Parade and The Butterscotch Boys.
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John Moreland Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Ticket availability — Experience a night of acoustic storytelling with John Moreland and Ramsey Thornton.
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Women in Marketing Panel Discussion
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. — L. William Seidman Center — $30 Members, $40 Future Members — Engage with an inspiring panel of female marketers discussing their unique challenges and experiences in the industry.
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Griffins Playoff Game - Home Game 4
7:59-11:59 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices may vary — Watch the Grand Rapids Griffins battle it out in the playoffs at their home arena.
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The Biz Accelerator Lab
8 AM - 3:45 PM — Grand Rapids Chamber — Check event page for pricing — Tackle burnout and boost growth with expert presentations tailored for entrepreneurs.
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West Michigan Whitecaps vs. Great Lakes Loons
6:35-10:35 p.m. — LMCU Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of minor league baseball in a thrilling matchup.
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Griffins Playoff Game 1
7:59-11:59 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of playoff hockey with the Grand Rapids Griffins in their home opener.
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Divine Service: The Sixth Sunday of Easter
10:00 – 11:15 AM — Messiah Lutheran Church — Free entry — Experience a meaningful worship service with livestream options and a Bible class beforehand.
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Mobile Accessibility Testing Workshop by Ellen Mason
6-8 p.m. — Atomic Object — Free entry — Explore mobile accessibility testing techniques with expert guidance and hands-on demos.
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