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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

Citigroup’s $81 Trillion Blunder: A Financial Near Miss
News Summary In April 2024, Citigroup experienced a massive mix-up when an employee accidentally credited a client’s account with $81 trillion instead of the intended...

Reward Upped for Tips on Grand Rapids Drive-By Shooting
News Summary In a renewed effort to seek justice for Deon Floyd, who was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting in October 2020, the Silent...

Grand Rapids Faces Challenges in Black Homeownership Rates
News Summary The Grand Rapids-Wyoming metro area reports the lowest Black homeownership rate among the largest 50 U.S. metros at 30.1%. Despite a high overall...

Illinois Man Indicted for Coercing Teen Across State Lines
News Summary Hart Buckley, an Illinois resident, has been indicted on serious federal charges for coercing a 15-year-old teen across state lines for sexual activity....

Leadership Changes at Grand Rapids City Hall
News Summary Grand Rapids City Hall is undergoing significant leadership changes with the retirement of long-serving public services director James Hurt and the appointment of...

Renovations Coming to Grand Rapids Unemployment Office
News Summary Grand Rapids residents should prepare for the temporary closure of the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency’s office starting March 3 for renovations. The updates...

Raising Cane’s Set to Open in Portage, MI
News Summary A new Raising Cane’s restaurant is on the way to Portage, Michigan, situated at the busy intersection of Milham and Westnedge avenues. In...

OpenAI Unveils GPT-4.5: The Future of Emotionally Intelligent AI
News Summary OpenAI has launched GPT-4.5, its latest AI model boasting advanced emotional intelligence and contextual understanding. CEO Sam Altman highlighted its ability to simulate...

Bitcoin Prices Take a Hit as Market Turmoil Unfolds
News Summary Bitcoin has plunged below $80,000 for the first time since November 2024, marking a 25% drop from its all-time high. Economic decisions, particularly...

U.S. Announces $1 Billion Plan to Combat Bird Flu and Egg Prices
News Summary The U.S. government is investing $1 billion to address the bird flu crisis and rising egg prices. The plan includes financial support for...