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Grand Rapids
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Crews are constructing the Acrisure Amphitheater along the Grand River; the project is 60—65% complete and will open in May with a unique design that gives 12,000 concertgoers unobstructed views. MLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A rarely-used Cyanokit saved a man's life after Alpine Township firefighters rescued him from a mobile home fire early Tuesday morning in Alpine Meadows Mobile Home Park north of Walker—paramedics treated his smoke inhalation and transported him in critical condition to Butterworth Hospital. FOX 17
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spirit Halloween is returning its Christmas-themed pop-up stores in 2025 with two new locations in Michigan scheduled to open later this season. The Grand Rapids store is at the Shops at CenterPoint at 3665 28th Street SE — the Novi site is at 43570 W Oaks Dr. near Kohl's. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The winners of ArtPrize 2025 will be announced tonight at Studio Park in Grand Rapids—where over $375,000 in prizes will be awarded including a $100,000 public vote grand prize chosen from about 930 entries at 155 venues. Public seating opens at 7:15 p.m. and the event program is set to begin around 7:30 p.m. WOOD TV
- ➤ Pulaski Days is underway in Grand Rapids as Polish halls begin celebrations Thursday night by preparing food and schedules with over 125 volunteers. The festivities include a parade starting at 11 a.m.—a key event that raises funds for maintaining historic halls and preserving Polish heritage. WOOD TV
- ➤ Frederik Meijer Gardens is hosting Michigan’s largest chrysanthemum display on view from October 1 through October 31—its 27th year—and offering Tuesday Autumn Nights with live music and treats. FOX 17
- ➤ Today at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, the 26-foot bronze sculpture Amalgam Origin by Nick Cave opened to the public. The art piece becomes the park's second tallest next to the 41-foot Neuron and was made using digital scans and bronze casting—an innovative leap into outdoor art. MLive
- ➤ Michigan author John U. Bacon will release his book The Gales of November: The Untold Story of the Edmund Fitzgerald on Tuesday, Oct. 7, which tells the story of the 29 crew who died on Nov. 10, 1975—he will also host a book event in Grand Rapids in November. FOX 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ As state budget talks continue in Lansing, Forest Hills families fear free meal services may be cut due to limited Michigan School Meals funds— the superintendent said a delay in the state aid payment expected on October 20 could force the district to operate for only one month without the payment. FOX 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City leaders reviewed the free DASH shuttle as ridership nearly doubled and new venues may raise demand for service. They discussed ideas like adding fare boxes—part of a plan to meet the $2.8 million operating cost—while the current contract ends in August. FOX 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Holland Hospital advised the community to look for key differences in symptoms as fall brings a rise in COVID-19, flu and seasonal allergies. Dr. Ada Pariser noted that fever, body aches and stomach upset usually signal COVID-19 or the flu — not allergies — while low immunization rates may worsen the health outlook. ABC 13
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Fall has arrived in Grand Rapids and plant expert Rick Vuyst explained that higher than average temperatures are stressing gardens, causing drought stress and leaf scorch. He advised residents that fall is the best time to plant annuals, seed and feed lawns, and control weeds—steps that will help plants grow strong by next spring. WOOD TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Fulton Group LLC will demolish two connected century-old buildings on Lake Drive SE in Eastown to build a new three-story apartment building called Eastown Place with 30 rental units after the Planning Commission approved the project on Sept. 11 — local residents have raised concerns that the modern design may not fit the area's historic charm — though the Eastown Neighborhoods Association supports the plans. MLive
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Maddox Batson Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Elevation — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the remarkable songwriting of a young talent who navigates the music scene with wisdom beyond his years.
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Squeaky Feet Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Stache — $10 — Experience the electrifying fusion of progressive rock and jazz with a modern twist.
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