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Grand Rapids
Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new Raising Cane's restaurant is under construction at 3650 28th St. SE in Kentwood near Trader Joe's; it will be Michigan's fourth location and the first west of Lansing (expected to open in December 2025 with 55 jobs and at a cost of $3.8 million). MLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today organizations in Grand Rapids host Juneteenth events that include the Afro-Gaga Parade starting at noon from Hall Street to Dickinson Buffer Park and a scholarship gala at the Grand Rapids Art Museum from 6 to 9 p.m.—a free Juneteenth Jam and a run/walk at Calder Plaza add extra celebration. In Muskegon County, a parade begins at 11 a.m. with a moment of silence at 10:45 a.m.—Family Fun Day at Hackley Park runs until 5 p.m. while an art showcase at the Muskegon Museum of Art starts at 6:30 p.m. MLive
- ➤ West Michigan will host a busy weekend as the 37th annual Pride Festival will begin at Calder Plaza with live music and vendors, WWE SmackDown will return at Van Andel Arena, the 2025 Gran Fondo will start at 8 a.m., Electric Forest in Rothbury will run from Thursday through Sunday, an 'Alice in Wonderland' themed adult prom will take place at Silva, and the inaugural Michigan Food Truck and Craft Beverage Festival along with the Meijer State Games, the 53rd annual Charlotte Bluegrass Festival, and an aerial drone show over Muskegon Lake honoring military members will offer many options — locals have plenty to choose from — as community spirit shines through these plans. WOOD TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vicinity Energy has installed a 9 megawatt electric boiler at its downtown Grand Rapids plant, marking the first new boiler in 60 years at the Edison-era facility. The project, backed by a $2 million grant, will supply carbon free energy to more than 120 buildings—helping the company move toward net zero emissions by 2050. WOOD TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gerald R. Ford International Airport opened its first shared-use lounge, The Club GRR, in an expanded Concourse A—located between Gates A3 and A5—and it features local art and design that honor Grand Rapids’ furniture history, including a nod to President Ford. The 3,428-square-foot lounge offers light food and beverages and is available to Priority Pass and LoungeKey members with day passes for $50 as part of efforts to handle record passenger growth. ABC 13
- ➤ MDOT plans to spend $30 million to rebuild about 700 feet of the Martin Luther King Jr. Street bridge from the northbound US-131 ramps east in a project set to begin in 2026. MDOT will hold a public meeting on June 25 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Grand Rapids Fire Department to explain the work and answer questions. WOOD TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local golfer Erik Olson played 153 holes in one day at Cascade Hills Country Club on June 9 and raised $15,000 for First Tee while beating his record of 144 holes. He scored two holes-in-one—one his first in 28 years and another to reclaim his record as his wife and children cheered him on. WOOD TV
- ➤ Fifteen Grand Rapids-area high school baseball players have been named all-state honorees for 2025 based on their standout season performances. The awards recognize top local talent—highlighting the strength of the region’s baseball programs. MLive
- ➤ Eric Forrester, who spent over a week in a medically induced coma after pneumonia and sepsis two and a half years ago, will ride 80 miles with his daughter in the Gran Fondo on Saturday, June 21 to celebrate his comeback. ABC 13
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pepper Concert
8 p.m. — Elevation — Tickets required — Experience the Kona Dub-Rock sound from Hawaii's reggae-rock ambassadors.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Vintage and Handmade Marketplace
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Grand Rapids Downtown Market — Free entry — Discover 60+ vintage and handmade vendors while enjoying live music and tasty treats.
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