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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

Seven & I Holdings’ Management Buyout Fails
News Summary Seven & I Holdings has experienced a setback as its $58 billion management buyout led by the Ito family has collapsed. With no...

USDA Launches $1 Billion Initiative to Combat Egg Price Spike
News Summary The USDA has announced a $1 billion initiative to address rising egg prices and the avian flu crisis. Key strategies include improving biosecurity,...

North Korean Hackers Steal $1.5 Billion from Bybit
News Summary The FBI has linked North Korean hackers to a massive $1.5 billion cryptocurrency theft from Bybit, a Dubai-based exchange. Associated with groups like...

Godwin Mercado Marketplace Coming to Wyoming, MI
News Summary Wyoming, Michigan, is set to welcome the Godwin Mercado Marketplace at 301 36th St. Scheduled to open in spring 2026, this $6.2 million...

Gas Prices in Grand Rapids: A Rollercoaster Ride
News Summary Gas prices in Grand Rapids have been fluctuating dramatically, with a recent increase of 5.8¢ since last week. February saw an average rise...

Tragic Accident Shakes Grand Rapids: Pedestrian Fatality Under Investigation
News Summary A tragic series of pedestrian fatalities has shaken Grand Rapids, with two incidents occurring just days apart. The Michigan State Police are investigating...

Grand Rapids Seeks Lifeguards for Summer 2025
News Summary Grand Rapids is actively hiring 80 lifeguards for summer 2025 positions at its community pools. Offering full-time and part-time options, candidates aged 15+...

Grand Rapids Area Faces Business Closures: What’s Happening?
News Summary Grand Rapids is witnessing several business closures, impacting the local economy and community atmosphere. Notable closures include popular bars and restaurants like Rockwell...

Michigan’s Bold Initiative for Advanced Nuclear Energy
News Summary Michigan has announced a bipartisan initiative aimed at integrating advanced nuclear reactors into the state’s energy portfolio, paving the way for economic growth...

Lansing Discusses Same-Sex Marriage Rights Controversy
News Summary In Lansing, Michigan, discussions have intensified around same-sex marriage as Representative Josh Schriver proposes a resolution to challenge the Supreme Court’s 2015 decision...