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STAFF HERE GRANDRAPIDS WRITER
Bio :
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.
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
Reviving Homes: The Rise of Fixer-Upper Opportunities
News Summary As homeownership dreams resurge post-pandemic, fixer-upper homes have emerged as a budget-friendly solution for first-time buyers. These older properties offer significant savings—up to...
ArtPrize 2025 Showcases Diverse Talent in Grand Rapids
News Summary Grand Rapids hosts ArtPrize 2025, featuring 931 entries from over 1,110 artists showcasing various art forms. Local artist Esan Sommersell’s sculpture, “Emergence,” reflects...
Grand Rapids Emerges as a Music Scene Hub
News Summary Grand Rapids, Michigan is becoming a vibrant destination for live music, featuring diverse genres and acclaimed artists. The Intersection and other venues support...
Missing 15-Year-Old Found Safe; 72-Year-Old Concern Resolved
News Summary Peres Garter, a 15-year-old girl reported missing in Plainfield Township, has been located safe. Her disappearance raised concerns, but the community and law...
Grand Rapids Hit by Severe Flash Flooding
News Summary Grand Rapids faced significant flash flooding on September 23, stranding vehicles and creating hazardous road conditions. Heavy rain, reaching up to 3 inches...
Grand Rapids Hosts ArtPrize Halftime Show and Voting Finalization
News Summary Grand Rapids will feature the ArtPrize Halftime Show, showcasing the top entries of ArtPrize 2025. The public can vote for their favorite artworks...
Grand Rapids Griffins and Comerica Bank Tackle Food Insecurity
News Summary The Grand Rapids Griffins have partnered with Comerica Bank to host a community food drive aimed at combatting food insecurity in West Michigan....
Grand Rapids to Host Unique Locked Zoo Experience
News Summary The Locked Zoo: Fab Forest event is set to occur at John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, offering adults aged 18 and over...
Tragic Murder Case in Grand Rapids Captured in Documentary
News Summary The murder of Ashley Young in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has gained renewed attention following the airing of the documentary episode ‘Can’t Find Her.’...
10,000 Gallons of Untreated Wastewater Leak into Lake Michigan
News Summary An operational error at the South Shore Water Reclamation Facility in Oak Creek led to a release of approximately 10,000 gallons of untreated...