Good morning, Grand Rapids.

Aidan Van Doren, a recent West Michigan college grad, has launched a sticker movement to remind everyone that accessible design benefits all users.

He is selling the stickers online to spread his message about inclusive design across Grand Rapids.

Creston neighborhood organizers will host over 100 yard sales and the Creston Farmers Market on Saturday, June 6 at City High/Middle School.

Yard sales run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and vendors will offer produce and crafts from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (paper maps provide sale locations).

Grand Rapids is launching the RX Kids program to give expecting and new mothers in the 49507 ZIP code a one-time $1,500 payment during pregnancy and $500 per month after childbirth – funds to help with family needs.

Applications open in July and the program will run through 2029.

Robinette's Apple Haus reopened today for summer after a seasonal shutdown that began in January.

The family improved farming and marketing & transformed the red barn into Barzilla Barn and Winery; the orchard operates Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with the winery open at 10 a.m.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Chobani CEO Hamdi Ulukaya celebrated the groundbreaking of La Colombe Coffee Roasters' $567M expansion that created 337 new jobs in Norton Shores on Tuesday, June 2 (the project received state development grants to support local infrastructure).

Hope College will launch GRACE (Growing through Respectful and Civil Exchange) to foster respectful debate using a $1.43 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

Dr. Sarah Kornfield will direct the program over the next four years at the college.

Grandville police warn that temperatures inside vehicles can rise 20° in just 10 minutes (even a cracked window provides little safety), urging families not to leave children or pets unattended near busy shopping centers as warm weather persists.

Kent County Health Department detected West Nile virus in mosquitoes from ZIP codes (49504 and 49519) on Tuesday, June 2, prompting officials to remind residents to use repellent and avoid peak mosquito hours.

This detection marks Michigan’s first positive sample this season.

Yesterday, Michele's Rescue held Pet Adoption Tuesday in West Michigan to showcase Bojangles, rescued from rat poisoning and severe leg deformities, and Mittens, a kitten saved from a broken leg (their life-saving surgeries cost thousands and now need community support).

In May, planning commissions advanced several local projects — including a $215M senior housing development in Ada and a credit union replacing an old IHOP on Beltline.

A new warehouse and expansion plans could also spur local job growth.

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.

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.

The Outsiders Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — $ — Experience the Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of a timeless story about friendship and belonging.

The Outsiders Live Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets start at $84 — Don't miss this can't-miss live experience in Grand Rapids.

Kevin McCaffrey Live

8-11 p.m. — Dr. Grins Comedy Club — Check venue for pricing — Enjoy a night of laughs with NYC comedian Kevin McCaffrey.

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.

The Outsiders Live Performance

2-5 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets starting at $60 — Experience the can't-miss live event of The Outsiders in Grand Rapids.

Journey Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket info available — Experience a memorable farewell celebration with Journey featuring two full sets of classic hits.

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Meijer Gardens — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with special guests Tank and the Bangas.

West Michigan Salesforce User Group Q2 Meeting

9-11 a.m. — Steelcase Learning + Innovation Center — Free entry — Collaborate with local Salesforce professionals on practical tips and hands-on problem solving.