Good Day
Grand Rapids
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 63-year-old driver from Grand Rapids died in hospital after his vehicle went off the roadway and struck a pole on M-6 east of Cascade Township Wednesday, August 27th—Michigan State Police are investigating the cause. FOX 17
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Claire’s filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this month and will close over 290 stores including several in Michigan — the closures were detailed in a court filing and come after the sale of its North American business to Ames Watson for $104 million. The private equity firm says it is committed to keeping the brand afloat. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Kent County Sheriff's Office warned that sextortion on social media is rising as criminals use fake profiles to gain trust and then threaten to expose images for money—urging parents to speak with their children about online safety. ABC 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids broke ground on a new $46M firefighter training center at 850 Pannell Road NW that will combine live fire training, a maintenance shop and an emergency operations center. The facility will be completed in spring 2027 to improve training efficiency—city and state officials attended the ceremony. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ AAA advises drivers to check their batteries, tire pressure, and fluids before traveling over Labor Day weekend and recommends leaving before 12:00 p.m. on Friday to avoid heavy traffic—motorists faced stranded situations last holiday due to these issues. FOX 17
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Back Outside: The Block Party
12-9 p.m. — Boston Square Neighborhood Association — Free entry — Celebrate Black culture and community through food, fun, and local vendors.
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Divine Service on the 12th Sunday after Pentecost
10:00 – 11:15 AM — Messiah Lutheran Church — Free entry — Experience a joyful Divine Service filled with grace and community spirit.
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Fort Wayne TinCaps at West Michigan Whitecaps
6:35-8:05 p.m. — LMCU Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball matchup between the TinCaps and the Whitecaps.
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Jason Aldean's Full Throttle Tour
7:30 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch country star Jason Aldean live with special guests Nate Smith, RaeLynn, and DeeJay Silver.
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Limewired - A 2000's Dance Party
9-10:30 p.m. — GLC Live at 20 Monroe — Ages 21+ only — Dance the night away to your favorite hits from the 2000s.
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Brooke Alexx Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — The Stache — Tickets available — Experience the candid and catchy pop sounds of Brooke Alexx as she shares the highs and lows of life in her music.
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Last Chance BQ.2 - Grand Rapids 2025
7-11 a.m. — Millennium Park — Limited to 330 runners — A premier marathon event aiming to help participants qualify for Boston 2026.
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The Milk Carton Kids Concert
7-10 p.m. — St. Cecilia Music Center — Ticket information available — Experience the ethereal harmonies and intricate musicianship of The Milk Carton Kids.
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Tee Grizzley Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Elevation — Get ready for a captivating night with Tee Grizzley as he shares gripping stories through his music.
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Gabe Lee with King Margo
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Midtown GR — Ticketed event — Experience Gabe Lee's storytelling through music alongside King Margo in an intimate setting.
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