Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Second Chance Cats of West Michigan, a nonprofit in Grand Rapids, marked its third anniversary, having facilitated nearly 750 adoptions and emphasizing collaboration with local shelters to rescue at-risk cats.
Police are seeking assistance to find 67-year-old Patrick Mateo, who has Alzheimer's and was last seen at a Metro Cruise event in Wyoming.
🚧 Accidents
Police are working to identify a woman killed in a Grand Rapids crash early Friday morning.
🎭 Culture
Local artist Maddison Chaffer creates a large, Indigenous-inspired mural in Grand Rapids after kayaking from the city to Lake Michigan for research.
The Confluence Festival, offering a blend of art, music, science, and technology, is set to return to downtown Grand Rapids for its fourth year on Sept 20-21, featuring an AI-powered opening night and a range of events including a robotics expo and an esports tournament.
The Polish Festival, a volunteer-driven event celebrating Polish heritage, marked its 40+ year as Grand Rapids' longest-running ethnic festival.
🏈 Sports
Tyler Roahrig won the 500 Sprint Car Tour event at Berlin Raceway, maintaining his undefeated streak in the series since 2022 and sweeping the weekend's races in Michigan.
🎉 Grand Rapids Events
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Last Chance BQ.2 Marathon - Grand Rapids
Experience a thrilling marathon event featuring both a standard and a training run at the scenic Grant Pavilion.
Speed Dating Event for Singles Aged 21-39 in Grand Rapids
Experience a unique opportunity to meet up to 12 singles in a fun and facilitated environment designed to spark connections.
Ben Sollee Live at Midtown Green
Experience a captivating performance by Kentucky native Ben Sollee, who blends innovative cello artistry with genre-bending songwriting.
ArtPrize 2024: An International Celebration of Art
Experience a vibrant annual art competition in Grand Rapids that showcases diverse visual and experiential art while promoting inclusiveness and creativity.
Grand Rapids African American Art & Music Festival 2024
Experience a vibrant celebration of African American culture featuring art, music, food, and games at Rosa Parks Circle.
Music at The Intersection: Chaka Khan with Trombone Shorty & Esperanza Spalding
Experience the legendary Chaka Khan alongside dynamic performers Trombone Shorty and Esperanza Spalding in a celebration of soul, pop, and jazz music.
NCCAA Golf Tour - Michigan
Experience a series of golf tournaments dedicated to supporting student-athletes and coaches involved in mission trips.
Descendents Live with Circle Jerks and Surfbort
Experience an electrifying concert featuring Descendents, Circle Jerks, and Surfbort at GLC Live in Grand Rapids.
International Language Cafe at Brewery Vivant
Experience a vibrant multilingual hangout where you can practice various languages and meet international friends in a lively brewery setting.
Norma Jean Live with Darkest Hour and Glassfield
Experience an electrifying night of metalcore with Norma Jean, Darkest Hour, and Glassfield at The Pyramid Scheme.
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