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Grand Rapids
Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ November is Adoption Awareness Month — local adoption agencies say many families hold misconceptions about the process and will host events to share accurate information and support prospective adoptive parents. WOOD TV
- ➤ In November, D.A. Blodgett-St. John's seeks families for hundreds of Michigan teens waiting for adoption—child welfare officials say that over 70 percent of adoptable children are teenagers. The agency offers ongoing help through its Adoptive Family Support Network so parents can manage the challenges of teen adoption. WOOD TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After closing its tasting rooms last fall, Coppercraft Distillery reopened as CraftCo Distillery & Social House at 184 120th Ave. in Holland Township, now offering a remodeled tasting room with an expanded portfolio of award-winning spirits; the space hosted private events in October and will boost seating from 37 to up to 100 with added kitchen and service staff later this year and early next year. MLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Orkin released its annual ranking on Nov 1 that shows Los Angeles is now the rattiest U.S. city, with Chicago, New York, San Francisco and others also high on the list, and Grand Rapids rising +2 in its ranking. The report measured pest control calls from owner-occupied homes to track rodent activity across cities. WOOD TV
- ➤ NOAA forecasts that Michigan will have a classic winter from December through March as weak La Niña conditions bring an active storm track with snow, freezing rain, sleet, and rain. The outlook predicts colder air in the Upper Peninsula while parts of Lower Michigan may see above-freezing temperatures during storm passes — officials will update the forecast over the coming weeks. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids planners approved projects in October including two drive-thru restaurants near Woodland Mall, a new building for the Hispanic Center, and an orthopedic surgery center at the U of M Health-West campus—each plan details building size, hours, and parking. The approvals came from various planning commissions and set the stage for new dining, community, and health care options in the area. MLive
- ➤ A West Michigan veteran said that federal SNAP funding lapsed on November 1 left thousands waiting for food assistance. Judges ordered emergency funds to partly cover those benefits — and community groups like the Kentwood Little Free Pantry and Feeding America West Michigan are stepping in to help. WOOD TV
- ➤ Daylight saving time ends today at 2 a.m.—clocks are set back one hour and smart devices automatically update. The sun now rises earlier and sets sooner—locals are advised to check smoke and carbon monoxide detector batteries. WOOD TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Grand Rapids mother, Arielle Mitchell, discovered a lump in her breast last December and followed her doctor’s advice for a mammogram—leading to an early diagnosis of stage one carcinoma that was later treated with seven weeks of chemotherapy and a double mastectomy. She now feels well after reconstruction surgery and wants to encourage other women to get checked early. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coopersville won a surprising playoff game on Friday when Brooks Hadden ran an interception back for a score—his big play helped his team beat Kenowa Hills. MLive
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State Champs Concert
6-9 p.m. — The Stache — Tickets available — Experience high-energy pop-punk as State Champs showcases their latest album.
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The Book of Mormon
7:30-9 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets required — Experience the nine-time Tony Award-winning musical hailed as “the best of this century.”
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Vended Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Stache — Purchase tickets online — Experience Vended's energetic performance pushing the boundaries of heavy music.
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Dogs In A Pile Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Elevation — Ticket prices vary — Experience the eclectic sounds of Dogs In A Pile as they blend funk, jazz, and rock on stage.
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Ryan Hurd Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Elevation — Tickets available — Experience the chart-topping hits of Nashville's own Ryan Hurd in an electrifying live performance.
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Matt Rife's Stay Golden Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience comedy from one of the biggest stand-up stars today.
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Gabby's Dollhouse Live
5-7:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an a-MEOW-zing musical adventure as Gabby and friends search for colors to rebuild the rainbow.
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MIB International Networking Event in Grand Rapids
6-8 p.m. — The Times of Our Lives — Free entry — Connect with inspiring women entrepreneurs while enjoying a supportive networking environment.
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The Brokes Tribute to The Strokes
8-9:30 p.m. — The Stache — Ticketed event — Experience a stellar tribute to one of rock's most iconic bands with energy and precision.
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Lotus Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — The Intersection — Ticket prices vary — Experience Lotus’s blend of electronic dance music and improvisation in an electrifying live show.
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