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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.

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Grand Rapids Faces Power Outage Due to Squirrel Incident

News Summary A power outage in Grand Rapids left over 3,000 customers without electricity on July 28, 2025, after a squirrel interfered with a local...

Grand Rapids to Lose Utz Brands Manufacturing Facility

News Summary Utz Brands, Inc. has announced the closure of its manufacturing facility in Grand Rapids by January 30, 2026. This decision is part of...

Utz Brands to Close Grand Rapids Facility by 2026

News Summary Utz Brands Inc. has announced the closure of its Grand Rapids facility by early 2026 as part of a strategic consolidation of manufacturing...

Utz Brands to Close Grand Rapids Manufacturing Plant

News Summary Utz Brands has announced the closure of its Grand Rapids manufacturing facility by early 2026, reducing their operational plants to seven. The decision...

Utz Brands to Close Grand Rapids Facility Affecting 75 Employees

News Summary Utz Brands, a Pennsylvania-based snack manufacturer, has announced the closure of its Grand Rapids facility, impacting around 75 workers. This decision aims to...

Jenison to Expand with New Journey Construction Project

News Summary Journey Construction Group LLC is launching a $3 million project to expand its headquarters in Jenison, including a new 15,521-square-foot office and warehouse....

Lung Legacy 5K Run Raises Funds for COPD Foundation

News Summary The Lung Legacy 5K run took place at Millennium Park to raise funds and awareness for the COPD Foundation, honoring the memory of...

Grand Rapids Redesigns US-131 Interchange for Safety

News Summary Grand Rapids is moving forward with a major redesign of the US-131 interchange at Wealthy Street to improve safety and traffic flow. Currently,...

Timothy Dunn Donates $5 Million to Support Mike Rogers’ Senate Bid

News Summary Billionaire donor Timothy Dunn has contributed $5 million to the Great Lakes Conservatives Fund, backing Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate race. This...

Michigan SNAP Program Fraud Leads to Millions in Losses

News Summary Criminals have exploited Michigan’s outdated SNAP Bridge Card system, resulting in significant financial losses. Over $14 million was stolen from food benefits in...
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