Good morning, Grand Rapids.

Holland-area residents Mike Mitchell and his wife, Roberta, built the Rainbow Bridge memorial along Lake Macatawa to help pet owners honor lost companions.

The site, with a 10-foot rainbow arch — and engraved plaques — will complete railings and signage by week’s end with a mid-August ribbon cutting.

The Grand Rapids Police and Fire departments will play a charity softball game on Sunday, Aug.

23 at West Catholic High School to benefit Sullivan Field (undergoing a $5 million renovation) and honor the legacy of Father Dennis Morrow. The event brings together community support for restoring an historic ballpark.

Celebration Cinema North in Grand Rapids announced more showings of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey in IMAX 70mm from August 21 through September 16.

Tickets are available now & showtimes follow weeks of sold-out screenings.

Last year's World of Winter festival attracted 3.9 million visitors, generated $38 million for the region, and supported 335 jobs with spending rising to $32.6 million.

The annual event—featuring large art installations and free events—will return Jan. 8 at downtown venues to boost local business.

British TikTokers Josh & Jase returned to Yesterdog to try secret menu items after a six-month wait and marked the spot by signing the wall & adding a coin to the tip jar as it celebrated its 50th anniversary on Monday, July 20 with $1.50 hot dogs & live music.

Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy broke ground yesterday on a 10,100 sqft Health & Wellness Learning Center funded by a $7 million capital campaign.

Community leaders and educators said the project will soon add a tech hub, gymnasium, and expanded learning space.

On Wednesday, July 29, the Hudsonville Post Office experienced a small roof fire when a blower motor malfunctioned and sent smoke inside; firefighters responded quickly and found no damage to the building, equipment, or mail — keeping postal operations safe.

A Feeding America West Michigan study shows Kent County food insecurity rose from 81,600 in 2022 to 91,730 in 2024, straining local pantries.

Facilities in Kentwood and Grand Rapids serve 600-plus families weekly as rising costs of housing, childcare and food push up demand.

Grand Rapids soccer fans are building on World Cup momentum by planning more fields near Amway Stadium for youth, high school, college, and professional play.

The West Michigan Sports Commission sees potential for hosting national team training (possibly for the Women’s World Cup) as local soccer culture grows.

VIP Album Signing with Lou Gramm

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Acrisure Amphitheater — Concert tickets sold separately — Meet the legendary singer Lou Gramm up close and get your album signed.