Good Day
Grand Rapids
Monday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City officials installed a commemorative street sign honoring Dr. MaLinda Sapp at the corner of Madison Avenue SE and Alger Avenue on Sunday—she founded Lighthouse Full Life Center Church with her husband and served as a principal and professor until her death in 2010. WOOD TV
- ➤ For nearly 30 years, 69-year-old Dave Tanis has volunteered his truck and commercial license to haul heavy instruments from Michigan to competitions across America—logging over 30,000 miles while helping the Jenison Marching Band build teamwork among students. He continues to support the band free of charge to give back to the community that shaped his family’s memories. MLive
- ➤ Local nonprofit Be A Ruby in Grandville is preparing for a harsh winter by asking for donations of winter coats, boots and blankets to help homeless people in Kent and Ottawa counties. Volunteers serve 150 to 200 meals every weekend, and the organization warns that supplies are limited & extra support is needed. WOOD TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Accel Digital Solutions will change a former movie theater in Plainfield Township into the Great Lakes Pickleball Club where players can watch DigiPro pickleballs being made—this plan will help bring sporting goods making back to West Michigan. The project will add 10 new jobs and include indoor courts, 3D printing, meeting rooms and more—reviving a historic building and boosting local work. FOX 17
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Kent County Sheriff’s Office is asking community help to find missing K9 Soka (pronounced So-kuh), a friendly German shorthair mix last seen on Sunday morning 1.5 miles southwest of Peacock Township Hall in Manistee National Forest near Irons. WOOD TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan launched its first Microplastics Awareness Week yesterday — state officials organized cleanups and a virtual summit to tackle growing plastic pollution in our water, air and land. The week will continue until Oct. 26 and includes a $2 million boost for research on microplastics in the Great Lakes. WOOD TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pine Rest opened a new clinic to expand psychiatry outpatient services for Medicaid patients, offering quicker care amid funding delays caused by the government shutdown — officials said the move cuts wait times and helps more patients get treated. The provider is building a pediatric behavioral health center that will open in 2026 — a step to further broaden care options. WOOD TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Rapids marathon went on as planned on Oct. 19 despite wind and rain. WOOD TV
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Neon Trees Live in Grand Rapids
8-9:30 p.m. — Elevation — Tickets available — Experience an evening of dynamic rock and heartfelt authenticity with Neon Trees as they promote their new album.
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Tate McRae Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices range from $132 to $218 — Experience an electrifying evening with Tate McRae live in concert.
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Chris Thile Concert
7-10:30 p.m. — St. Cecilia Music Center — Tickets required — Experience the multifaceted musical talents of Grammy-winning mandolinist Chris Thile live in concert.
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Manitoba Moose at Grand Rapids Griffins
7:00–8:30 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Low cost tickets available — Enjoy an exciting AHL matchup between the Manitoba Moose and the Grand Rapids Griffins.
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Electric Citizen Live Show
7:00 – 9:30 PM — The Pyramid Scheme — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying rock sounds of Cincinnati's Electric Citizen in a vibrant live performance.
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MANIA: The ABBA Tribute
6:30-8:00 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Ticket information available online — Experience the unforgettable tribute to ABBA with dazzling performances and all their classic hits.
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2025 Great Lakes Summit
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — L.V. Eberhard Center — Registration required — Engage with industry experts at Michigan's inaugural summit for data and analytics professionals.
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Trunk or Treat Event
6-7:30 p.m. — Messiah Lutheran Church — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of treats, games, and family fun in a festive outdoor setting.
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Thunderstruck - America's AC/DC Tribute
8-11 p.m. — The Intersection — Tickets required — Experience the high voltage energy of America's premier AC/DC tribute band live on stage.
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Grand Rapids Ballet: Sherlock
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Peter Martin Wege Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating ballet that immerses you in the world of Sherlock Holmes with stunning choreography and storytelling.
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