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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Good Good Good, a new shop in Grand Rapids offering sustainable flowers and organic wine, opens, revitalizing a previously vacant space.  WOOD TV
  • César E. Chávez Avenue SW in Grand Rapids, closed for seven months for a $7.5 million upgrade, reopens Oct. 11.  MLive
  • Mary Free Bed hosts Crafting Vision event and White Cane Awareness Walk to support the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired during Blindness Awareness Month.  FOX 17
  • Caleb Smiles, a nonprofit founded by Clay Duba and Dominique Tol in memory of their son, organizes its third annual Walk for Smiles in Grand Rapids to support fun activities for children with disabilities.  ABC 13
  • The Grilled Cheese Festival in Grand Rapids will feature activities, beverages, live music, and a grilled cheese competition with free admission on October 13.  FOX 17

CRIME NEWS

  • A former gymnastics and dance coach in Grand Rapids, Shannon Guay, was sentenced to at least 50 years imprisonment for sexually assaulting several girls.  WOOD TV
  • Silent Observing offers a $10,000 reward for information leading to a resolution in the June homicide of 15-year-old Amillier Penn in Grand Rapids.  MLive

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A fast-moving solar ejection may bring the Northern Lights as far south as Alabama, affecting Michigan and other parts of the U.S. around Oct. 10 and 11.  MLive

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Republican Ryan Malinoski is challenging incumbent state Rep. Kristian Grant for Michigan's 82nd House District seat in the upcoming November elections.  MLive
  • Grand Rapids voters can listen to 11 local and state House candidates discuss issues such as childcare and housing at a forum on October 12.  MLive

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Milwaukee Admirals vs. Grand Rapids Griffins - AHL Matchup

    Experience an exciting American Hockey League matchup as the Milwaukee Admirals take on the Grand Rapids Griffins at the Van Andel Arena.

    Fri, 10/11/24

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  • Cars & Coffee Grand Rapids at the Downtown Market

    Experience an array of over 150 exotic, classic, and custom cars at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market, complemented by delicious food options from the Market Hall.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • Diesel Boy Live Concert

    Experience an electrifying live performance by Diesel Boy at The Pyramid Scheme in Grand Rapids.

    Sun, 10/13/24

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  • 2024 AMPP Eastern Conference - Pipeline Innovations

    Explore the future of pipeline compliance software and remote monitoring hardware at the AMPP Eastern Conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    Mon, 10/14/24

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  • Mushroomhead Live at Intersection

    Experience the unique alternative metal sound and theatrical performance of Mushroomhead, known for their innovative musical style and striking visual artistry.

    Tue, 10/15/24

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  • Trivia Night at Village Inn Sports Grille

    Experience a fun evening of trivia at Village Inn Pizza & Sports Grille, known for its award-winning pizza and casual atmosphere.

    Wed, 10/16/24

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  • Grand Rapids Griffins - AHL Game vs. Manitoba Moose

    Experience an exciting matchup as the Grand Rapids Griffins take on the Manitoba Moose in a thrilling AHL hockey game at Van Andel Arena.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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  • Manitoba Moose at Grand Rapids Griffins

    Experience an exciting hockey match as the Manitoba Moose take on the Grand Rapids Griffins at the Van Andel Arena.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Experience Here Come The Mummies Live

    Experience the unique performance of Here Come The Mummies at The Intersection in East Grand Rapids.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • 2024 JA West Michigan Business Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

    Celebrate the achievements of outstanding community leaders at the 2024 JA West Michigan Business Hall of Fame, which recognizes their impactful contributions to the local economy and inspires future generations.

    Mon, 10/21/24

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