Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of August.
Good morning, Grand Rapids.
💼 Business
Grand Rapids-Kent County Convention/Arena Authority approved a five-year, no-bid contract letting AHC Hospitality continue food and beverage services at DeVos Place where it earned $10.7 million last fiscal year.
The deal requires a minimum $1.5 million investment in upgrades (by June 2031) and may open new opportunities for local suppliers.
🎭 Culture
Downtown hosts the fifth annual Return to the River festival, a free space-themed celebration with interactive art installations, live music, crafts, and food trucks along the riverwalk.
The event runs today from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. + organizers are already planning for next year.
🏛️ Government
In 1961, Evangeline M.
Lamberts became Grand Rapids’ first woman city commissioner after defeating a three-term incumbent in the 2nd Ward; she served until 1965, marking a milestone in local government.
🎉 Grand Rapids Events
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Canfield Clean Air for a Cause
Canfield Plumbing & Heating invites West Michigan residents to help a local family breathe easier through Clean Air for a Cause. Now through September 21, 2026, nominate a deserving household to receive a whole-home indoor air quality upgrade valued at up to $10,000, including equipment and professional installation. Self-nominations are welcome, and no purchase is necessary. Visit Canfield’s Clean Air for a Cause page to learn more and submit a nomination.
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