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Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over the past decade, a $12 million land deal and a partnership between Amway, the DeVos family, and Ada Township transformed a strip mall into Ada Village—an area with shops, restaurants, and offices along the Thornapple River. The project also includes plans for a Covered Bridge Park that will further reimagine this community space. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ethan Luke Oosterhouse pleaded no contest to involuntary manslaughter in a road rage incident near Allendale that killed 27-year-old Sha-Tera Coleman, and an Ottawa County judge sentenced him to at least eight years in prison — his driver’s license was forfeited while co-defendant Denis Noel Perez faces a court appearance in two weeks. WOOD TV
- ➤ On July 26, a Traverse City Walmart attack saw a 42-year-old suspect stab 11 people while a former marine bystander from Kent County grabbed a shopping cart—using his training to hold the attacker down until police arrived. FOX 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 47th annual Hispanic Festival will take place Aug 1-3 at Calder Plaza in Grand Rapids and is the Hispanic Center of West Michigan's largest fundraiser. It will feature Latin American music, food and a Mercado with 20 local businesses — hosted with Gentex Corporation and Trinity Health. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hudsonville Ice Cream is expanding its Holland plant with a new production line for frozen Greek yogurt that will create 44 jobs—construction will begin before the end of summer and the line is projected to run in the first quarter next year with hiring starting now. WOOD TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Whitmer announced $1.49 million in Match on Main grants to support 63 local businesses and create jobs — including several in West Michigan. West Michigan recipients like K5 Restaurants in Grand Rapids and Kristina Gould in Greenville each received up to $25,000 for expansion plans. ABC 13
- ➤ Activists interrupted Tuesday night's Grand Rapids City Commission meeting by chanting for sanctuary city policies, which paused public comment. The meeting resumed minutes later as commissioners discussed proposals to limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement—reflecting deep local concern. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
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Grand Rapids Hispanic Festival
8:00 p.m. — Calder Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant cultures of Latin America with music, food, and art at this joyful three-day festival.
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Tigers Jaw Concert with Heart To Gold
8:00–9:30 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Ticket information unavailable — Enjoy an evening with Tigers Jaw, a band known for their catchy songs and relatable lyrics.
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Divine Service: The Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
10:00-11:15 a.m. — Messiah Lutheran Church — Free entry — Attend a reflective service focusing on divine wisdom and the teachings of Christ.
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Igor and Red Elvises Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic and evolving sounds of Igor and Red Elvises live in concert.
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The Krank Daddies with Red Hot Voodoo
9:00–11:59 p.m. — Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill — Ticketed event — Rock out with The World Famous Krank Daddies as they bring their Raw Rippin' Rock 'N' Roll show to Grand Rapids.
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Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. West Michigan Whitecaps
3-6 p.m. — LMCU Ballpark — Check for ticket prices — Catch a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup between the Cedar Rapids Kernels and West Michigan Whitecaps.
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Jake Scott Live
7-9 p.m. — Elevation — Ticketed event — Experience a multi-platinum artist's heartfelt storytelling and memorable performances.
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August Wine School at Reds
7-9 p.m. — Reds at Thousand Oaks — $55 per person — Experience an evening of wine education with five pours and small plates inspired by Tuscany.
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Karl Denson's Tiny Universe Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Elevation — Cost not specified — Experience a night of electrifying music from a legendary band with over 25 years in the industry.
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The Last Call Band
7-11 p.m. — Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill — $6.63 — Enjoy an evening of Americana music with The Last Call Band in a cozy venue.
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