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Happy Monday, Grand Rapids. I’m LeQwane and this is Calder News — catching you up with what’s happening around the Rapids on this fine Monday morning.
And quite frankly, there’s not a ton to catch you up with. Which in today’s world is a good thing.
In today’s issue, I cover the upcoming East Beltline bridge remodel, poll results from Friday, and a bunch of things to do for the first few days of this week.
I hope you have a great day. Now, let’s get into today’s newsletter…
~LeQwane L.
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The Digest
A briefing of local news that matters
Infrastructure
The East Beltline bridge is getting remodeled
MDOT is receiving $25M from the federal government to replace the East Beltline bridge. Why? The bridge is in “poor” condition according to MDOT. This fed-backed project is expected to start in 2027 and will result in a completely new bridge that features an ADA-compliant walkway and bicycle lanes. | Read about the project here
Housing
GR land bank gets 107 pieces of land
Grand Rapids’ new land bank is getting 107 state-owned pieces of land located around the city. The previously state-owned parcels are sitting vacant around town. However, once ownership is transferred, the land can be sold off to locals or redeveloped into more affordable housing at the land bank authority’s discretion. | Read what Major LaGrand has to say about the land
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We Asked
Last week Friday, we asked, “If you had to choose, which store would you shop at”. And here are the results.
44% of you said Meijer
22% said Aldi
and ~8% said Trader Joe’s
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What’s Happening?
Preview: Events —> Live Music
Monday, January 27th
January Speaker Series | Calvin University | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Free | Participate in a 10-day event filled with brilliant speakers | View speakers here
Late Night Karaoke | Turnstiles | 10 PM - 2 AM | Free
Tuesday, January 28th
January Speaker Series | Calvin University | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Free | Participate in a 10-day event filled with brilliant speakers | View speakers here
Gallery Chat | GRAM | 1 PM - 2:30 PM | Free | Chat with GRAM docent about works of art in the gallery
Harlem Globetrotters | Van Andel Arena | 7 PM - 10 PM | Starting at $35 | High-flying fun with challenges and displays of epic basketball skill
Music Trivia | Turnstiles | 6 PM - 9 PM | Free
Comedy Night | Garage Bar, Tip Top | 7 PM ,9 PM | Free
Wednesday, January 29th
January Speaker Series | Calvin University | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Free | Participate in a 10-day event filled with brilliant speakers | View speakers here
Gallery show for kids | AllArtWorks | 4 PM - 6 PM | Free
Grand Rapids Griffins vs. Rockford IceHogs | Van Andel Arena | 7 PM | Starting at $20
Comedy Night | River City Saloon | 9 PM | Free
Karaoke Night | Turnstiles, Mulligan’s Pub | 10 PM - 1 AM, 9 PM | $5, Free
Events you can attend anytime this weekend…
World of Winter | Free | View art installations throughout the city
Various family/ individual events | Free | Check out what recurring or one-off events are being hosted at your local public library this week
Moulin Rouge (Musical) | Price varies | Tuesday - Sunday
Live Music
Tuesday, January 28th
The Dutcher Snedeker Trio - Wine & Jazz Night | The Stray | 7 PM - 9:30 PM | Free
Wednesday, January 29th
Brother Wolf + Coffin Problem + Bronson Arm | The Pyramid Scheme | 7 PM | $10
Albert Lee with special guests The Cryers | Tip Top | 7 PM | $30
*Shows are subject to change, but that’s show biz.
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