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Grand Rapids
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The West Michigan Quilters' Guild delivered the final 250 quilts to the Helen DeVos Children's Hospital NICU, offering comfort and a home-like feel to newborns. Guild members urge fellow quilters to keep making handmade quilts to support families in need. MLive
- ➤ At Ed Dunneback and Girls Farm in Alpine Township, daughters revived a 100-year-old family operation after their brother was lost in Vietnam. The farm will offer U-pick produce, a market, and community events this summer to celebrate its rich history. ABC 13
- ➤ Hudsonville’s farming traditions shape community identity as state Sen. Roger Victory and Mayor Mark Northrup note that fertile soils and Dutch techniques still support local harvests while new housing replaces farmland (with farms like Post Family Farm offering agritourism and educational tours). FOX 17
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mi Bella Guatemala Shop has moved to 3728 Alpine Avenue NW in Comstock Park for more parking + extra space. The family bakery continues to bake in-house treats and handle large orders for community events, thanking longtime customers for their support. ABC 13
- ➤ Country Sundae in Hudsonville is for sale at $700,000 as its owner, preparing for retirement, postponed reopening for the summer due to resolved plumbing issues and outdated ice cream equipment – offering a fresh start for continuing its 35-year legacy. MLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Aquinas College will offer majors in artificial intelligence literacy, cybersecurity, and esports and gaming administration this fall to prepare students for a rapidly evolving job market (projected AI roles to grow 10.8%). Courses will combine in-person and online classes at the campus. MLive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ ICCF Community Homes opened 15 mixed-income apartments on Eastern Ave on Tuesday, May 19, transforming the historic building — once a postwar grocery store — into affordable housing for income-qualifying families. The $4.5 million project highlights the property’s long-standing role in local community support. MLive
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Prairie Drone Companion Album Release
7-11 p.m. — Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill — Entry TBA — Discover the sounds of local music veterans launching their debut album.
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Cody Johnson Concert
7-9 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of live music with country sensation Cody Johnson.
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Comedy Bang! Bang!
8-11 p.m. — GLC Live at 20 Monroe — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with top comedians and great entertainment.
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The Rare Occasions Live Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Ticket prices vary — Experience explosive garage rock anthems with LA-based indie band The Rare Occasions.
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Dan Rickabus Album Release Event
7-10:30 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Tickets start at $74 — Experience a memorable evening with live music from Dan Rickabus in Grand Rapids.
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The Wallflowers Concert
7:00–8:30 p.m. — Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater — Ticket info available — Enjoy a live performance by The Wallflowers in a beautiful garden setting.
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The Arcadian Wild Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Stache — Ticket info to be announced — Enjoy an evening of captivating indie folk/pop melodies from Nashville's The Arcadian Wild.
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Legally Blonde Musical
6-10 p.m. — Grand Rapids Civic Theatre — VIP packages available — Experience the fun and excitement of the Legally Blonde musical with excellent seating options and pre-event hospitality.
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Warchild - A Tribute to Jethro Tull
8 p.m. — The Stache — Cost not provided — Experience a powerful rock tribute blending personal tales of resilience and struggle through electrifying music.
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The Outsiders Live Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets from $114 — Experience the can't-miss live show of The Outsiders in Grand Rapids.
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