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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.

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Grand Rapids Public Schools Reports Significant Progress

News Summary At the State of the Schools address, GRPS Superintendent Leadriane Roby announced impressive advancements, including an 82% graduation rate for 2023 and rising...

Grand Rapids Honors Pioneering Educator Hattie Beverly

News Summary Grand Rapids celebrates the renaming of the Academy of Teaching, Learning & Social Justice at Innovation Central High School to honor Hattie Beverly,...

Grand Rapids Schools Consider Sanctuary Status

News Summary The Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) recently held a special meeting addressing the community’s concerns over the potential designation as a sanctuary district....

Kent County’s Schools of Choice Applications Opening Soon

News Summary Kent County residents can look forward to the upcoming Schools of Choice application window running from April 14 to May 16, 2025, for...

MOD Pizza Closes Its Grand Rapids Location

News Summary MOD Pizza has permanently closed its Grand Rapids location on Alpine Avenue, surprising loyal customers who were unaware of the closure. This decision...

Kendall College of Art and Design Announces Presidential Transition

News Summary Tara McCrackin, the 14th president of Kendall College of Art and Design (KCAD), has announced her retirement effective June 1, 2025. Since her...

Grand Rapids Faces Growing Affordable Housing Crisis

News Summary Grand Rapids is grappling with an increasing affordable housing crisis, as highlighted by a recent report showing a 37% rise in homelessness in...

Community Urges for Justice in Teen’s Murder Case

News Summary The Grand Rapids community is rallying together to find answers in the tragic murder of 15-year-old Amillier Penn, who was shot and killed...

Tate McRae’s ‘Miss Possessive Tour’ Coming to Grand Rapids

News Summary Pop sensation Tate McRae will perform in Grand Rapids on October 22 during her ‘Miss Possessive Tour’. Fans can expect an electrifying night...

Winter Weather and Community Support in Grand Rapids

News Summary Grand Rapids welcomes winter weather with snowfall and a community-driven event, the 37th annual Walk for Warmth, aiming to assist those struggling with...
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