Good morning, Grand Rapids.

On Saturday morning, Gilda’s Club held its 11th annual West Side Walk in Grand Rapids—more than 400 people walked a 1.5-mile route to support those affected by cancer and loss.

The event raised $237,703 to improve the club’s parking lot and driveway after nearly 25 years of use.

Nick Fink’s in Comstock Park reopened a year ago and now blends its 136-year legacy with modern hospitality, preserving original features, vintage memorabilia, and local lore including a rumored visit by Al Capone—drawing both longtime locals and visitors to relive its storied past.

Three members of a well-known TV family died when a semi-truck hit their car outside Cass City Friday night after running a stop sign, police said; five others were hurt and the driver was arrested.

Ferris State University launched a billboard campaign called 'Make it Here' that shows student art on 20 billboards across Grand Rapids while ArtPrize runs from Sept.

18 to Oct. 4. The billboards feature work from Ferris State and Kendall College students and are placed in neighborhoods near key ArtPrize venues — highlighting local creativity during the festival.

The new fire station on Kendall Street opened Friday and shows a table carved from a 150-200-year-old white pine oak tree that now stands in the conference room—firefighters worked together to blend history with modern design.

Gov. Whitmer’s office announced late Thursday a compromise budget deal—covering the 2026 plan—that leaves open questions about free meals for public schoolchildren and per pupil funding since details remain unclear.

Michigan State University's College of Human Medicine hosted its third annual Teddy Bear Health Fair at Garfield Park on September 27 where children brought stuffed animals for playful check-ups and learned about nutrition, exercise, vaccines, and medicine (with doctors and med students sharing health tips).

Byron Center football upset Division 2 No. 6 Mona Shores 42 to 35 in overtime in a crucial Week 5 game — the Bulldogs played with urgency to secure their playoff hopes.

Officials announced Saturday at Calder Plaza that West Michigan’s first professional men's soccer team is named AC Grand Rapids and will join MLS Next Pro in 2027 at the new $175 million Amway Stadium on the west side.

The stadium will seat 8,500 and host national and local matches — a project that marks a new era for the sport in the area.

Lecrae Live in Concert

7-9 p.m. — Elevation — Ticket prices vary — Experience Lecrae's unique blend of faith and hip-hop as he performs from his latest project, Church Clothes 4.

Rock of Ages Musical Performance

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Grand Rapids Civic Theatre And School Of Theatre Arts — VIP tickets available — Experience the electric atmosphere of the iconic Rock of Ages musical featuring classic rock hits.

Ben Folds with Grand Rapids Symphony

7:30-9 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Ticket info TBA — Experience the influential sounds of Ben Folds in a grand orchestral setting.

Rock of Ages Musical Performance

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Grand Rapids Civic Theatre And School Of Theatre Arts — VIP tickets available — Experience the classic rock musical with premium seating and hospitality options.

Gordon Food Service Food Show 2025

Oct 7-8 — DeVos Place — Free entry — Explore a wide range of chicken products at the Gordon Food Service Show.

White Reaper Live Performance

6:30-8 p.m. — The Pyramid Scheme — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy sound of White Reaper, blending glam and grit for an unforgettable night of music.

Rooftop Gas and Electric Training Class

9 AM - 12 PM — Young Supply Company - South Grand Rapids — Cost not specified — Dive into the intricacies of DDC and non-DDC control systems under expert guidance.

Stand Atlantic Concert

6-10 p.m. — GLC Live at 20 Monroe — All ages welcome — Experience the energy of Stand Atlantic live in Grand Rapids.

Brandon Lake - King of Hearts Tour

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Van Andel Arena — Tickets from $94 — Experience an inspiring evening of worship and music with Brandon Lake.

The Third Mind Live Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — The Stache — Tickets available — Experience a supergroup inspired by psychedelic improvisation with captivating vocals by Jesse Sykes.