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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.
Posts

UFP Industries Reports Disappointing Second-Quarter Earnings
News Summary UFP Industries, Inc. announced its second-quarter earnings revealing a profit of $100.7 million, falling short of analysts’ expectations. Despite the disappointing earnings, the...

New Dunkin’ Doughnut Location Coming to Downtown Grand Rapids
News Summary Grand Rapids is set to welcome a new Dunkin’ doughnut location as part of a franchise expansion plan that includes two upcoming sites...

Man Pleads Guilty to Threats Against U.S. Leaders
News Summary James Donald Vance Jr. of Grand Rapids has pleaded guilty in federal court to making online threats against the President and Vice President...

Grand Rapids Considers Transition to Single Hauler Trash Collection
News Summary Grand Rapids is exploring a major change to its trash collection system by potentially switching to a single hauler service for residential properties....

Grand Rapids Hosts 47th Annual Hispanic Festival
News Summary The 47th annual Hispanic Festival will take place at Calder Plaza in Grand Rapids, celebrating Latin American culture with diverse entertainment, delicacies, and...

Trump’s Executive Order Addresses Homelessness in Grand Rapids
News Summary President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order targeting homelessness in America. The directive, called ‘Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets,’ focuses...

Michigan Tourism Industry Generates $54.8 Billion in 2024
News Summary A recent report by Travel Michigan reveals that the state’s tourism sector contributed $54.8 billion to the economy in 2024. With 131.2 million...

New Ownership for Michigan by the Bottle Wine Retail Locations
News Summary The owners of several well-known wineries on the Leelanau Peninsula have taken over Michigan by the Bottle locations in Metro Detroit. This transition...

Michigan Grants $2 Million to Small Businesses for Growth
News Summary On Tuesday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that 63 small businesses in Michigan received nearly $2 million in grants through the Match on Main...

West Michigan Businesses Receive State Grants for Growth
News Summary Over 20 businesses in West Michigan, including Leaping Panda Hobbies, have been awarded $25,000 grants through Michigan’s Match on Main program. This initiative...