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📍 Are you joining the Calder Crew? | May 30th, 2025

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LeQwane Lynch
May 30, 2025

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Good morning, Grand Rapids. I’m LeQwane and this is Calder News — and something new is coming, but it’s just for the crew.

A few months back, we asked if you’d be into a Calder News “Crew Card.”

The idea? Team up with 6 of Grand Rapids’ most-loved local restaurants and hook you up with 15–20% off, one-time discounts at each spot.

Well, y’all loved the idea, so I’m making it happen.

The Calder Crew Card will drop in late June (date pending), however early access is coming even sooner. Only 100 cards will be made (that’s 1 card for every 40 Calder News readers), and they’ll cost $12. Getting you $20–$30 in savings, easily.

So before we dive into today’s news


Would you buy a Calder Crew Card?

Let me know if you’re interested below — and keep an eye out for the early drop because the first 20 cards will be discounted. 😉

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Thanks for reading today’s issue of Calder News.

Have a good weekend!

~LeQwane L.

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The Digest

A briefing of local news that matters

Health

Mary Free Bed Adds More Beds

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital is expanding again, adding 28 new patient beds to keep up with rising patient numbers. After its $15M upgrade, this $4.5M project will bring the hospital's total capacity from 139 to 167 beds, reducing wait times for specialty care. Construction starts in June, with completion planned by early next year. | Read more into the project

Development

Eastown’s New Apartments and Retail Space

A new mixed-use building called Robinson Road Flats, is coming to Eastown, replacing three vacant commercial buildings near Lake Drive. The $8.2M project will add 24 apartments and retail space (likely a boutique or cafe). The city approved $1.5M in funds to help cover site cleanup and demolition costs, while keeping rents reasonable for some units. Construction is expected to wrap up by mid-2026. | Learn more about the development

Community

Name Debate Holds Up New Park

Grand Rapids' first new park since 2011 is almosst ready—but there's one problem. What to call it. The Roosevelt Park neighborhood narrowed options down to two favorites, Navarro Plaza (honoring local leaders Miguel and Isabel Navarro) and Unity Park (highlighting community diversity). With community votes basically tied, city officials have paused the decision, considering a compromise or another community vote. The goal? A name that truly represents and welcomes everyone in the neighborhood. | Learn when you’ll be able to vote on the park’s name

Historic Four Star Theatre Gets Big Renovation

The historic Four Star Theatre in Burton Heights just secured a $325K grant to continue its restoration. Built in 1939, the theatre has hosted everything from movies to music legends over the decades. The new funds will help restore the building’s siting and iconic marquee, turning the venue into a fully-functional cultural arts center. The project started in 2017 and aims to wrap up in the next few years, bringing a historic Grand Rapids spot back to life. | Read more

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Talk Of The Town

Interesting happenings around town

🌭 GringoDog’s Opens Drive-Thru in Wyoming

Downtown’s most popular hot dog cart GringoDog’s now has its own drive-thru location on Division. The new spot will offer its signature hot dogs every day—plus future items like corn dogs, loaded fries, and mac and cheese. Grand opening is set for June 1.

đŸ„‚ End Of An Era With New Beginnings

After 6 years of operating, Creston neighborhood’s River North restaurant is closing it’s kitchen to become an event venue. The venue will offer off-site catering, on-sire bar services, and will host nonprofit events, private parties, and more.

🍣 New Sushi Spot

Downtown is getting a new sushi spot. Vel Sushi and Pho is opening in Studio Park and it’ll feature fresh sushi options and pho. The new restaurant is prepping for its grand opending soon!

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What’s Happening?

Preview: Events —> Live Music

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*Shows are subject to change, but that’s show biz.

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