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Friday, December 27th, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two Walmart shoppers in Comstock Park were unexpectedly gifted $500 each to enhance their Christmas shopping experience. ABC 13
- ➤ Cannonsburg Ski Area in Kent County, Michigan, assures it has ample snow to remain operational despite the forecasted warm weather, thanks to their preparations and a solid base of snow. FOX 17
- ➤ A Grand Rapids florist, Holly Haveman, is honored to design arrangements for a Rose Parade float, fulfilling a dream and representing her city and family business amidst the busy holiday season. FOX 17
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Rapids Fire Department swiftly extinguished a house fire and rescued an uninjured dog, emphasizing the importance of working smoke alarms. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ West Michigan celebrates the start of Kwanzaa with a focus on unity, African American culture, and remembrance, featuring a variety of cultural showcases and educational events. FOX 17
- ➤ Worshippers in West Michigan gathered for Christmas Day services to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, continuing a popular tradition at Holy Spirit Parish. WOOD TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ West Michigan bids farewell to 24 businesses in 2024, including century-old newsstands, popular restaurants, and retail stores, due to various reasons such as retirement, rising costs, and more. WOOD TV
- ➤ West Michigan Works! has granted $10.4 million through the Going PRO Talent Fund to 175 regional businesses for training over 5,000 workers, aiming to foster employee development and retention. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Le Macaron in Grand Rapids seeks a liquor license to offer 'specialty' cocktails like mimosas with gelato alongside its desserts, pending approval from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission. MLive
- ➤ The day after Christmas marks a busy period for holiday shopping returns and post-holiday sales, leading to crowded stores and long lines. ABC 13
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Great Lakes Invitational Championship
The Great Lakes Invitational is a two-day, single-elimination hockey tournament hosted by Michigan Tech, featuring teams competing for the MacInnes Cup at Van Andel Arena.
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Grand Rapids New Year's Eve Bar Crawl
Celebrate New Year's Eve with a lively bar crawl featuring live DJs, champagne toasts, and exclusive drink specials at multiple venues in Grand Rapids.
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Board Game Meetup Night
A weekly gathering for board game enthusiasts to enjoy a variety of games, snacks, and good conversation at Grand Coney.
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Shelby Lentz Acoustic Performance at The Holiday Bar
Acclaimed singer Shelby Lentz will perform an acoustic show at The Holiday Bar, showcasing her powerful vocal talents.
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Midwest Skies! Featuring Jenn's Apartment
Midwest Skies! will perform live at Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill in Grand Rapids.
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Trivia Night at Brann's Steakhouse in Holland
Join Brann's Steakhouse for Trivia Tuesdays, where guests can enjoy an evening of fun and competition in a welcoming dining environment.
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The Somm Series Volume XVIII: Curds & Corks
This event features a 5-course cheese and wine pairing experience led by experts Evan Talen and Tom at Grand Vin.
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The 39 Steps Theatre Performance
A theatrical presentation of 'The 39 Steps' at the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre, featuring unique ticketing that supports charitable causes.
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Kyle Joe Live at The Stray
Kyle Joe will perform live at The Stray in Grand Rapids, featuring a night of music and entertainment.
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Micah Tyler Concert
Micah Tyler will perform live at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, showcasing his music from 6:00 PM.
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