Good morning, Grand Rapids.

An 8-year-old boy with a prosthetic leg got a ramp built from recycled plastic grocery bags from SpartanNash stores installed yesterday in northeast Grand Rapids.

His family said the ramp—supported by SpartanNash, Trex Company and Home Repair Services—will help him move around as they work to get a new prosthetic leg.

Danielle Moore, a former state employee from Detroit, was sentenced on Monday to 41 months in prison for taking bribes to approve at least 40 fraudulent unemployment claims during the COVID-19 pandemic—she must also pay back over $1.5 million in restitution.

An 18-year-old from Grand Rapids was charged with carrying a concealed weapon after he allegedly fired his Glock outside an Alpine Township apartment complex on Sunday during a Facebook Marketplace deal, and deputies responded after reports of gunshots and the discovery of a 28-year-old man's body with his court appearance set for June 25.

Frederik Meijer Gardens near Grand Rapids has added a fleet of electric trams that offer narrated tours of its outdoor pathways this week.

Adult tickets cost $8 and children 3 to 13 pay $6 with free rides for children under 2+ the 30-minute tour runs on a first-come, first-served basis while riders check tram availability at the ticket office+ ensuring a comfortable and accessible experience.

On Tuesday, environmental officials said the air quality in several West Michigan counties was unhealthy for sensitive groups + residents with respiratory issues should take precautions.

John Ball Zoo announced it will build a massive aquarium in Walker to boost conservation education and local economic activity (the project will restore a former landfill, generate over $3 billion in net activity in 10 years, and take five to ten years to complete) as it continues its long-standing effort to join education with conservation.

Kent County sirens sound even when no storms are near because a single manual switch activates alerts across the entire county.

The county will upgrade the system by the end of next calendar year to automatically alert only the affected areas—improving warning precision.

June marks Men's Mental Health Awareness Month as local advocates stress the need for open talking about emotional struggles in Grand Rapids.

Mental health expert Catherine O'Neal Weber and advocate Rick DeVault urge men to join support groups (such as the 'I Understand' group meeting on the second Monday each month) to break the tradition of silence.

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.

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.

Billy Corgan Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Intersection — Tickets available — Experience the diverse talents of the iconic Billy Corgan in an intimate live performance.

GR Lit Fest Book Fair

4-5 p.m. — Speciation Cellars — Free entry — Celebrate local literature with an adult book fair featuring numerous authors and delicious food from a food truck.

2025 STEM Summer Camp

1-4 p.m. — Amped Virtual Reality — Snack included — Kids explore STEM through fun, hands-on activities and virtual reality experiences.

Mastering the Poetic Figure or Portrait Workshop

10 AM – 4 PM — Franciscan Life Process Center — $570 — Explore poetic techniques to enhance emotional resonance in your creative works.

Pepper Concert

8 p.m. — Elevation — Tickets required — Experience the Kona Dub-Rock sound from Hawaii's reggae-rock ambassadors.

Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Stache — Ticket prices vary — Experience the passion and energy of The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus as they perform fan favorites and powerful messages.

Art of Gardening Class at Fulton Street Market

12-1 p.m. — Fulton Street Market — Free entry — Explore seasonal produce through scavenger hunts and engage with market vendors.

Visser Family YMCA Buck Creek Run

12-2 p.m. — 3535 Wilson Ave SW, Grandville, MI — Registration fee applies — Celebrate the 4th of July with a community fun run in Grandville.