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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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OpenAI Partners with Jony Ive for New AI Device

News Summary OpenAI has teamed up with renowned designer Jony Ive to create an innovative AI device, planning to produce 100 million units. This collaboration...

Major X Platform Outage Leaves Users in the Lurch

News Summary A significant outage on Elon Musk’s X platform disrupted access for tens of thousands of users on a typical Saturday morning. Starting around...

Trump’s Legislative Wins Amidst Criticism from the Public

News Summary President Trump celebrates a legislative victory with a significant tax and spending cut package despite facing mixed approval ratings and public discontent. While...

Community Demands Justice in Patrick Lyoya Case

News Summary Community members gathered outside the Kent County Courthouse to protest the decision not to retry former police officer Christopher Schurr for the murder...

Grand Rapids Honors WWII Veterans with Celebration

News Summary Grand Rapids is set to honor World War II veterans with a week-long celebration marking the 80th anniversary of the war’s end. The...

Grand Rapids Food Truck Fridays Kicks Off Ninth Season

News Summary Grand Rapids is launching the ninth season of Food Truck Fridays on May 16, attracting local food trucks, music, and community gatherings at...

Man Sentenced for Attempted Murder of Grand Rapids Police

News Summary A 20-year-old man, Saul Rodriguez, has been sentenced to a minimum of 34 months and a maximum of 10 years in prison after...

US Consumer Sentiment Declines for Fifth Month Amid Trade Tensions

News Summary US consumer sentiment has dropped for the fifth month in May 2025, hitting its lowest point since July 2022. The University of Michigan’s...

Former Unionville Fire Chief Charged with Embezzlement

News Summary Nicholas Sakon, former fire chief of Unionville, Michigan, is charged with embezzling over $5,000 from the Unionville Fire Department’s nonprofit account. Following an...

Bahama Breeze Closes Troy Location Amid Nationwide Cuts

News Summary Bahama Breeze has permanently closed its Troy restaurant as part of a strategy to shut down 15 locations nationwide due to performance evaluations....