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Sunday, May 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Patmos Library in Jamestown Township closed on May 9 after most of its staff resigned—its board met on May 19 to plan a reopening after Memorial Day weekend. The library will open Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. WOOD TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lost Art Brewhouse in Walker has added a full-service kitchen that serves smash burgers, chili dogs and monthly culinary creations—an expansion of the small-batch brewery started during the pandemic. Co-owners Brad Lawrence and Mike Smith now work with co-owner Austin Sylvester to host events like Battle of the Brews—drawing local beer fans and food lovers. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A new DOJ pardon attorney—Ed Martin Jr.—will review the cases of Barry Croft and Adam Fox, who were convicted in Grand Rapids in 2022 for their role in a plot to kidnap Gov. Whitmer during the 2020 election, and his review may lead to their release. WOOD TV
- ➤ Demonstrators gathered outside the Kent County Courthouse on May 22nd after prosecutors decided not to retry the murder case against a former Grand Rapids police officer who shot and killed Patrick Lyoya during a 2022 traffic stop — angering many locals. WOOD TV
- ➤ James Frisbie, the only person charged in connection with Deanie Peters’ 1981 disappearance, won a key legal victory when an appeals court ruled that evidence from his phone was off limits— the case will return to Kent County Circuit Court for further proceedings. WOOD TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The race for Michigan’s open Senate seat is heating up as candidate Joe Tate and former Congressman Mike Rogers shared plans to listen to voters and boost local business, education and skilled trades—more candidates will join the contest before the 2026 election. WOOD TV
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Sessanta V2: Primus, Puscifer, and A Perfect Circle
7:30-9 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Maynard James Keenan's 60th birthday with an unforgettable night of musical collaboration.
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MIB International Networking Event in Grand Rapids
6-8 p.m. — Coopersville Creamery — Free entry — Empowering networking for women focused on business growth and support.
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Gyasi Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Stache — Tickets available — Experience the unique sounds of Gyasi, a modern rock star blending storytelling and music.
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MJVBA State Championships
8 AM – 9 AM — DeVos Place — Entry fees apply — Experience the excitement of AAU State Final volleyball tournament action.
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Virtual Reality Experience and Escape Rooms
12 PM – 5 PM — Amped Virtual Reality — Ticket required — Immerse yourself in a world of VR with traditional games and challenging escape rooms.
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Waitress
7:30-11:30 PM — Grand Rapids Civic Theatre And School Of Theatre Arts — Tickets available — Experience the heartwarming story of a pie-making waitress chasing her dreams amid life’s challenges.
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SHARKS Exhibit: Now Open at the Grand Rapids Public Museum!
This blockbuster exhibition from the Australian Museum brings together the history, science, and cultural significance of a fascinating class of fierce fish. Explore 100 specimens and artifacts and 9 breathtaking, life-sized, scientifically accurate models of shark species, from the iconic great white shark to the extinct 270-million-year-old buzzsaw shark.
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Michigan Lighthouse Paint & Sip
2-5 p.m. — Wine & Canvas Studio — $38.00 — Sip mimosas while creating a memorable 16 x 20 painting at this fun artsy event.
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Grand Rapids Speed Dating for Singles Age 30-45
6-8 p.m. — O'Toole's Public House — Ticket required — Experience a modern and efficient way to meet potential matches in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
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