Many Grand Rapids residents surprised by fireworks display

The Fourth of July was several weeks ago, but many people in Grand Rapids felt like they were experiencing déjà vu Tuesday night when a massive fireworks display took place in downtown Grand Rapids.

Many people in Grand Rapids wondered what was going on.

Was that loud noise thunder? Did an explosion occur?

After searching online to see if anyone knew what was going on, I found a few answers on Grand Rapids Informed and Reddit.

It appears the fireworks were organized by SpartanNash.

SpartanNash is an American food distributor and grocery retailer headquartered in Byron Center, Michigan.

The 2024 SpartanNash Food Solutions Expo kicked off Tuesday at DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids.

According to SpartanNash, the three-day event offers attendees a first-hand look at the latest advancements in the company’s merchandising transformation, as well as enhanced customer service solutions and more than 400 new product launches, including several OwnBrands offerings.

At the conclusion of the event, SpartanNash will partner with its vendors to donate 7 truckloads of produce to Feeding America’s Grand Rapids branch.

I love fireworks like everyone else, but I really wish there was some sort of public notice or warning.

My wife Lindsey and I were watching TV and our dogs had just gone to bed when all hell broke loose in our house.

Our dogs started to panic and a can of Miller Lite was wasted after our dog Benny knocked it over with his tail while barking at the loud, mysterious noises.

I think we can speak for all Grand Rapids residents: In the future, no fireworks permits should be issued unless it is for the Fourth of July.

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Now that my old speech is over, I’m going to bed.