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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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Michigan Lawmakers Introduce Click-to-Cancel Legislation

News Summary Michigan lawmakers have introduced the ‘Click-to-Cancel’ legislative package aimed at enhancing consumer protections for subscription services like entertainment and software. The four-bill package...

Tragic Discovery of Bodies Near Lake Michigan

News Summary In a somber incident, the bodies of a female infant and two others were recovered from Lake Michigan and a nearby beach in...

Patrick Waterman Appointed as Ottawa County Administrator

News Summary The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners has appointed Patrick Waterman as the new county administrator after a lengthy recruitment process. Waterman, who previously...

Michigan Resumes Collection of Overpaid Unemployment Benefits

News Summary The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency will resume collecting $2.7 billion in overpaid unemployment benefits from about 350,000 residents starting September 29. This follows...

Grand Rapids Leaders Seek Urgent Action on School Aid Budget

News Summary As the deadline looms for the 2026 fiscal year budget, community leaders in Grand Rapids are urging immediate action on the stalled school...

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Celebrates 30 Years

News Summary Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids is celebrating its 30th anniversary with new exhibitions and events. The park, known for...

Fork Fest to Celebrate Local Businesses in Grand Rapids

News Summary Fork Fest is set to take place at City Built Brewing Company, aiming to connect consumers, food lovers, and entrepreneurs through culinary exploration....

Corewell Health Stops Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

News Summary Corewell Health, Michigan’s largest hospital system, announced it will no longer prescribe gender-affirming hormone therapy and puberty blockers to minors. This decision is...

Homicides Decrease in Grand Rapids Amid Ongoing Gun Violence Concerns

News Summary Grand Rapids has seen a slight decline in homicide cases in 2025, with nine reported by early September compared to ten in the...

ArtPrize Returns to Grand Rapids with Over 900 Entries

News Summary ArtPrize, an international art competition, will return to Grand Rapids, showcasing over 1,100 artists and 900 entries from September 18 to October 4....