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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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Big Changes at Tesla: Is a New CEO on the Horizon?

News Summary Tesla is reportedly searching for a new CEO to possibly replace Elon Musk as the company faces declining sales and profits. The board...

U.S. Economy Faces Unprecedented 0.3% Contraction

News Summary The U.S. economy has experienced a surprising contraction of 0.3% in the first quarter of 2025, marking its first decline since early 2022....

Grand Rapids Art Museum to Host David Hockney Exhibition

News Summary The Grand Rapids Art Museum will showcase the exhibition ‘David Hockney: Perspective Should Be Reversed’ from May 31 to November 2, 2025. This...

Northview High School Principal Resigns Amid Leadership Changes

News Summary Principal Mark Thomas has announced his resignation from Northview High School effective March 6, paving the way for Assistant Principal Brent Dickerson to...

Shinedown Electrifies Grand Rapids on Dance, Kid, Dance Tour

News Summary Shinedown rocked Grand Rapids, Michigan, as part of their Dance, Kid, Dance Tour, featuring special guests Beartooth and Morgan Wade. Fans gathered early...

Grand Rapids Launches Free Outdoor Pool Season Pass for Youth

News Summary Grand Rapids has introduced a new Outdoor Pool Season Pass program, offering free access to city pools for residents aged 17 and under....

Fire Breaks Out in Grand Rapids Multi-Home Building

News Summary A fire erupted on Dawes Avenue in Grand Rapids on Monday, damaging a multi-home building. Fire Marshal indicates the blaze appears unintentional. Around...

Michigan AmeriCorps Faces Severe Funding Cuts

News Summary Michigan’s AmeriCorps programs are in jeopardy following a significant funding reduction of nearly $400 million, amounting to a 41% budget cut. This drastic...

Detroit’s Auto Industry Reacts to New Tariff Changes on Trump’s 100th Day

News Summary On April 29, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order modifying auto tariffs, retaining a 25% tariff on imported cars while providing incentives...

Delivery of F-15EX Fighter Jets to Selfridge Air National Guard Base

News Summary President Trump has announced the arrival of 21 F-15EX fighter jets at Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Michigan, marking a significant upgrade...