Good morning, Grand Rapids.

Gerald R. Ford Airport cut the ribbon on the state’s first consolidated rental car facility on June 24 and will open it for travelers on July 8.

The new $156 million facility consolidates seven rental brands and cuts road congestion (as part of the Elevate program) to boost customer service.

Deidra Mitchell, Waséyabek’s first full-time CEO since 2016, will retire by year-end as the board searches for her successor and interim CEO William Brooks takes charge.

Her decade of leadership spurred key investments that boosted tribal economic growth including projects in Grand Rapids.

Eastbrook Homes is proposing a rezoning of over 14 acres at 84th and Burlingame for a mixed-development project that could add 90 new homes — neighbors and township officials debated the plan Monday over high-density housing and traffic concerns.

Drivers using Oakland Drive face detours after MDOT closed two ramps at the I-94/US-131 interchange since Wednesday; the westbound ramp will reopen on Aug.

23 and the northbound ramp is set to open this fall (detour signs are posted).

This summer, local ice cream lovers can visit Big Dipper Ice Cream at 175 W Superior St in Wayland, where owner Taylor Emert—who drew the shop's logo in 10th-grade math class—offers creative flavors like Moose on the Loose and is planning a giveaway linked to her baby's arrival.

Jacob Williams Comedy Show

8-10 p.m. — Lucky Strike Grand Rapids — In-person event — Enjoy a night of laughs with Jacob Williams and local comics.

Goldfinger - Ska The Lot

3-7 p.m. — The Intersection — Check for ticket prices — Experience the chaotic energy of Goldfinger, a ska-punk legend from the '90s.

Little Feat Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Meijer Gardens — Ticket prices range from $54 to $280 — Experience an unforgettable evening with the legendary band Little Feat at the beautiful Frederik Meijer Gardens.

Unofficial The Guess Who Pre-Party

5-9 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy music, food, and games before the shows with food from Being Cheesy.

Unofficial Weird Al Pre-Party

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy music, food trucks, and games before the concert.

Happy Birthday America Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Acrisure Amphitheater — Ticketed entry — Celebrate Independence Day with the Grand Rapids Symphony's festive performance.

Unofficial Jack Johnson Pre-Party

4-7:30 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy music, food, and games before the Amp shows.

Dave Matthews Band Summer Tour

7:30-10:30 PM — Acrisure Amphitheater — Tickets on sale Feb 20th — Experience two nights of electrifying performances from Dave Matthews Band.

Unofficial Dave Matthews Band Pre-Party

4-7 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy food trucks and good vibes before the show kicks off.

Speak Up Conference 2026

July 9-11 — Prince Conference Center and Hotel — Registration required — A premier event for Christian writers to learn, network, and share their messages.

Science on the Grand: A STEAM Conference for K-8 Inquiry-Based Educators

Teaching isn’t just a job; it’s a calling. That’s why we’ve crafted one amazing STEAM conference, filled with practical, teacher-tested ideas that will fuel your teaching fire. Experience NGSS-aligned sessions focused on cutting-edge, inquiry-driven, and classroom-ready strategies.