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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids welcomes free outdoor movies at Studio Park as Celebration Cinema and Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. launch the Sunset Cinema series starting June 7 with The Hunger Games; the series will run through Aug. 23 and include films like Shrek and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (films were chosen by nearly 2,500 public votes). MLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sugar Bar now opens in downtown Grand Rapids serving dozens of desserts and sugary drinks while offering long-term employment to individuals with special needs (called VIPs) who run the shop; the VIPs also choose a new dessert special each week (adding a personal touch to the menu). ABC 13
- ➤ Lacroix Electronics said it will close its Grand Rapids plant—laying off 115 workers this summer—if it does not secure the needed investment to continue operations, part of a plan to exit North America by the end of the year amid rising U.S. import duties. WOOD TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids police are on high alert after a shooting broke out at a car meetup near the Shops at CenterPoint Mall over the weekend, and Chief Winstrom warned that dangerous fireworks, armed attendees + illegal activity make these events risky. ABC 13
- ➤ Parents of Samuel Sterling said their fight for justice is not over after a judge dismissed murder charges against ex-trooper Brian Keely, who struck and killed their 25-year-old son on April 17 near Burger King while he fled officers. The parents spoke on Tuesday, June 3, and Attorney General Dana Nessel is reviewing options for further legal action — the family prepares for a prolonged legal battle. MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids will celebrate 175 years this weekend with a historic photo exhibit — one photograph is displayed for each year from 1850 to 2025. Archive Officer Tony Wright and local partners curated the collection to showcase major events and everyday moments in the city's history. FOX 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. James DeSana introduced articles of impeachment against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson Tuesday, saying she broke election laws by overstepping her authority, misusing campaign funds, and deleting election records too fast—claims he believes hold her accountable in the only way available. The resolution now awaits a House vote and, if passed, will lead to a Senate trial—an action that could remove her from office while she runs for governor. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 8th grader Kyler Jackson from Dickinson Academy was chosen to represent the Detroit Pistons at the NBA Math Hoops Global Championship later this month — where he will compete in a math-based board game that uses real NBA stats to score points — and he will travel with his mother Vernee Pearson, who looks forward to seeing him succeed. ABC 13
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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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Ally Venable Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Stache — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying Texas blues-rock of Ally Venable, a rising star with a powerful guitar and magnetic stage presence.
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Jacob McLeod Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Hops at 84 East — Check event page for cost — Experience the musical journey of young aspiring talent Jacob McLeod from Michigan.
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Sleep Theory Concert
6-9 p.m. — Elevation — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic blend of heavy rock with powerful vocals from rising star Sleep Theory.
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The Somm Series: Cheese and Wine Pairing
7-9 p.m. — Grand Vin — $75/Person — Experience an educational evening of delightful cheese and wine pairings with expert guidance.
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JB Pump Day – South Grand Rapids
2-4 p.m. — Young Supply Company - South Grand Rapids — Free inspection and oil change — Enjoy complimentary maintenance on vacuum pumps for local contractors.
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Chase Rice Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Intersection — Ticket prices TBD — Experience high-energy country music from Chase Rice with his newest hits and fan favorites.
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