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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

Michigan Launches Support Programs for Clean Energy Tax Credits
News Summary Michigan has introduced two new programs for nonprofits and tax-exempt entities, allowing them to access federal clean energy tax credits through Elective Pay....

Hmong and Laotian Immigrants in Detroit Face Deportation Threats
News Summary On July 30, 2025, a major operation by ICE in Detroit led to the detention of 16 Hmong and Laotian immigrants, sparking fears...

Grand Rapids Wraps Up 22 A Day Memorial Project
News Summary Grand Rapids concluded its emotional 22 A Day memorial project aimed at raising awareness about veteran suicide, culminating in a ceremony that honored...

The Green Well Restaurant to Close Permanently
News Summary Grand Rapids’ beloved Green Well restaurant will close on August 16 as part of a strategic shift by the Essence Restaurant Group. After...

Burlington to Open New Store in Grandville This Fall
News Summary Burlington is set to open a new store in Grandville, Michigan at 4655 Canal Ave. SW, this fall. The new location will feature...

Bus Driver Charged After Crash Injures Students in Grand Rapids
News Summary Angela Fitzgerald, a 45-year-old bus driver, faces multiple charges after a crash injured four students from the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre. The incident...

Taqueria Chilango Partners with Broad Leaf Brewery
News Summary Taqueria Chilango, a popular food truck in Grand Rapids, has partnered with Broad Leaf Brewery to enhance the dining experience at the newly...

Grand Rapids Faces Job Losses Due to Utz Brands Plant Closure
News Summary Utz Brands Inc. has announced the closure of its Grand Rapids manufacturing facility, impacting about 75 employees. The closure, driven by operational streamlining...

Industrial Facility Fire in Walker, Michigan
News Summary A significant fire erupted at an industrial facility in Walker, Michigan, early Saturday morning, prompting a swift response from local firefighters. The Walker...

Legislation to Reform ICE Practices Introduced in Congress
News Summary U.S. Representative Shri Thanedar has introduced the ‘Ending Qualified Immunity for ICE Agents Act’, seeking to eliminate the qualified immunity protections for ICE...