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  • STAFF HERE GRANDRAPIDS WRITER

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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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Snowy Skies and Government Transparency Concerns in Grand Rapids

News Summary Grand Rapids faces chilly weather and snowfall today, with temperatures in the mid to upper 30s. Meanwhile, concerns grow over government transparency as...

Tragic Turn of Events in Grand Rapids: Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder Following Fatal Crash

News Summary In Grand Rapids, a local man, Justin Wayne Armstrong, is charged with second-degree murder after a high-speed drunk driving crash resulted in the...

Concerns Raised by Former Attorneys General Over Current AG’s Actions

News Summary During a House committee session on March 19, 2025, former Michigan Attorneys General Mike Cox and Bill Schuette expressed concerns regarding current AG...

Michigan State House Approves Major Road Funding Plan

News Summary The Michigan State House has passed a $3.1 billion road funding plan to improve infrastructure without raising taxes. The funding reallocates existing budget...

Michigan Sets Record in Agriculture Exports – $2.9 Billion in 2024!

News Summary Michigan has achieved a remarkable milestone in 2024, with agricultural exports totaling $2.9 billion, marking a significant increase from the previous year. Key...

Michigan’s Agricultural Exports Reach Nearly $3 Billion

News Summary In 2024, Michigan’s agricultural exports have surged to an impressive nearly $3 billion, marking a substantial increase from 2023. With Canada and Mexico...

Michigan Road Funding Plan Approved Amidst Opposition

News Summary House Republicans in Michigan have approved a substantial road funding plan that aims to generate an additional $3.1 billion annually to address the...

Michigan’s Cannabis Prices Drop Significantly

News Summary The recreational cannabis market in Michigan is experiencing a major shift as prices tumble, with the average retail price for an ounce dropping...

NVIDIA Launches Revolutionary Personal AI Supercomputers

News Summary NVIDIA has launched two innovative personal AI supercomputers, the DGX Spark and DGX Station, aimed at transforming AI development for developers and students....

Countdown to Expression of Interest for Seven & i and Couche-Tard

News Summary The deadline approaches for potential buyers of Seven & i and Alimentation Couche-Tard’s U.S. stores, with antitrust issues complicating the merger process. Couche-Tard’s...