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STAFF HERE GRANDRAPIDS WRITER
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GRAND RAPIDS STAFF WRITER
The GRAND RAPIDS STAFF WRITER represents the experienced team at <a href="https://HEREGrandRapids.com">HEREGrandRapids.com</a>, your go-to source for actionable local news and information in Grand Rapids, Kent County, and beyond. Specializing in "news you can use," we cover essential topics like product reviews for personal and business needs, local business directories, politics, real estate trends, neighborhood insights, and state news affecting the area—with deep expertise drawn from years of dedicated reporting and strong community input, including local press releases and business updates.
We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as ArtPrize, Festival of the Arts, and World of Winter.
Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce and Grand Rapids Community Foundation, plus leading businesses in furniture, healthcare, and technology that power the local economy such as Steelcase, Spectrum Health, and Meijer.
As part of the broader HERE network, including <a href="https://HEREDetroitMI.com">HEREDetroitMI.com</a>, <a href="https://HERENorthville.com">HERENorthville.com</a>, <a href="https://HERENovi.com">HERENovi.com</a>, and <a href="https://HEREPlymouth.com">HEREPlymouth.com</a>, we provide comprehensive, credible insights into Michigan's dynamic landscape.
The GRAND RAPIDS STAFF WRITER represents the experienced team at <a href="https://HEREGrandRapids.com">HEREGrandRapids.com</a>, your go-to source for actionable local news and information in Grand Rapids, Kent County, and beyond. Specializing in "news you can use," we cover essential topics like product reviews for personal and business needs, local business directories, politics, real estate trends, neighborhood insights, and state news affecting the area—with deep expertise drawn from years of dedicated reporting and strong community input, including local press releases and business updates.
We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as ArtPrize, Festival of the Arts, and World of Winter.
Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce and Grand Rapids Community Foundation, plus leading businesses in furniture, healthcare, and technology that power the local economy such as Steelcase, Spectrum Health, and Meijer.
As part of the broader HERE network, including <a href="https://HEREDetroitMI.com">HEREDetroitMI.com</a>, <a href="https://HERENorthville.com">HERENorthville.com</a>, <a href="https://HERENovi.com">HERENovi.com</a>, and <a href="https://HEREPlymouth.com">HEREPlymouth.com</a>, we provide comprehensive, credible insights into Michigan's dynamic landscape.
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Starbucks to Close Pickup-Only Locations in Grand Rapids
News Summary Starbucks is set to close its pickup-only store in Grand Rapids as part of a strategy to move away from this model by...

Exploring Culinary Fusion at Pressed in Time Food Truck
News Summary Grand Rapids’ Pressed in Time food truck, owned by seasoned chef Rock Dandeneau, impresses locals with its innovative menu combining American, Mexican, and...

Grand Rapids Faces Power Outage Due to Squirrel Incident
News Summary A power outage in Grand Rapids left over 3,000 customers without electricity on July 28, 2025, after a squirrel interfered with a local...

Grand Rapids to Lose Utz Brands Manufacturing Facility
News Summary Utz Brands, Inc. has announced the closure of its manufacturing facility in Grand Rapids by January 30, 2026. This decision is part of...

Utz Brands to Close Grand Rapids Facility by 2026
News Summary Utz Brands Inc. has announced the closure of its Grand Rapids facility by early 2026 as part of a strategic consolidation of manufacturing...

Utz Brands to Close Grand Rapids Manufacturing Plant
News Summary Utz Brands has announced the closure of its Grand Rapids manufacturing facility by early 2026, reducing their operational plants to seven. The decision...

Utz Brands to Close Grand Rapids Facility Affecting 75 Employees
News Summary Utz Brands, a Pennsylvania-based snack manufacturer, has announced the closure of its Grand Rapids facility, impacting around 75 workers. This decision aims to...

Jenison to Expand with New Journey Construction Project
News Summary Journey Construction Group LLC is launching a $3 million project to expand its headquarters in Jenison, including a new 15,521-square-foot office and warehouse....

Lung Legacy 5K Run Raises Funds for COPD Foundation
News Summary The Lung Legacy 5K run took place at Millennium Park to raise funds and awareness for the COPD Foundation, honoring the memory of...

Grand Rapids Redesigns US-131 Interchange for Safety
News Summary Grand Rapids is moving forward with a major redesign of the US-131 interchange at Wealthy Street to improve safety and traffic flow. Currently,...