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Grand Rapids
Sunday, September 14th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pete’s Tavern in Byron Center has evolved into a full-service restaurant while keeping its role as a community hub — the historic bar now offers a dedicated Pete’s Pizza brand and made-from-scratch dishes with local ingredients. The establishment hosts regular events such as music trivia and bingo — and it has doubled its pizza capacity with a new oven. MLive
- ➤ Skyla Jewell-Hammie is a community reporter at The Grand Rapids Press and Muskegon Chronicle at MLive.com who covers business developments and diverse neighborhoods—she spent the past four years advocating for marginalized groups in West Michigan and building local relationships while her work appears in local, state and national publications. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Western Michigan University in May 2021. MLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ An Office Depot worker in Portage lost his job after he refused to print flyers for a Charlie Kirk vigil—calling the material propaganda—Office Depot said in a statement. The company apologized to the customer and began an investigation into the incident. WOOD TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tech Week will take place in downtown Grand Rapids from Sept. 15 to Sept. 20—featuring over 70 events that include a sold out keynote by Steve Wozniak and a free Confluence Festival at Ferris State University on Sept. 20. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Last Saturday, hundreds of volunteers+ city leaders removed trash and debris from the banks of the Grand River during the event's 22nd annual clean up. The cleanup was organized by West Michigan Environmental Action Council and aided by the Michigan League of Conservation Voters to maintain a healthy river environment. WOOD TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Reeths-Puffer football team won 35-28 over Spring Lake at Grabinski Field on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025 by using a strong first half and a tough fourth-quarter defense. The win snapped a seven-game losing streak and boosted their season as they face a challenging conference schedule. MLive
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Peach Pit Live
8-9:30 p.m. — The Intersection — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotionally resonant indie rock sounds of Peach Pit featuring their latest album, Magpie.
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Rock of Ages Musical Performance
6:30-9:00 PM — Grand Rapids Civic Theatre And School Of Theatre Arts — Tickets available — Experience the rock-n-roll musical set in the 1980s with iconic hits and a fun storyline.
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Jon Pardi: Honkytonk Hollywood Tour 2025
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch country star Jon Pardi live in concert for an unforgettable night of honky-tonk music.
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Wade Bowen Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Elevation — Check for ticket prices — Experience an evening with one of country music's finest as Wade Bowen showcases his captivating songwriting and performances.
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Luke Severeid: Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — Ambrosia Theater — Ticketed event — Experience a night of laughter with the metal-loving stand-up comedian Luke Severeid.
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Northlane Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Elevation — Varying prices — Experience the dynamic heavy music of award-winning Australian band Northlane at their Grand Rapids show.
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Leo Kottke Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — St. Cecilia Music Center — Tickets starting at $71 — Experience an unforgettable performance by guitar legend Leo Kottke.
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Rock of Ages
7:30-9 p.m. — Grand Rapids Civic Theatre And School Of Theatre Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy rock musical featuring iconic anthems from the 80s.
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Jack Van Cleaf Live Performance
6:30-9:00 p.m. — The Stache — Tickets available — Experience the viral sensation Jack Van Cleaf as he performs tracks from his introspective new album 'JVC'.
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Austin Snell Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — The Stache — $ — Experience the raw emotional sound of rising country star Austin Snell with hits and heartfelt storytelling.
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