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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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Grand Rapids Faces Development Challenges Despite Population Growth

News Summary Grand Rapids has seen a modest population increase of around 1,847 residents, bringing its total to approximately 200,117. This growth, however, is undermined...

Michigan Celebrates International Eat an Apple Day with Walmart Partnership

News Summary Michigan is partnering with Walmart to celebrate International Eat an Apple Day on September 19, highlighting locally grown produce through farm tours and...

Michigan Agricultural Exports Decline Amid Tariff Crisis

News Summary Michigan’s agricultural exports have significantly decreased over the past six months due to ongoing tariffs, impacting both the agriculture and auto industries. Notably,...

Michigan Soybean Yields Projected to Set New Record in 2025

News Summary The USDA projects Michigan’s soybean yields to reach an average of 52 bushels per acre in 2025, surpassing last year’s yield by three...

Dakota Baker Appointed as Director of Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance

News Summary Traverse Connect has appointed Dakota Baker as the new director of the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance. With a strong background in political and...

Glenn Maleyko Appointed Michigan State Superintendent

News Summary The Michigan State Board of Education has officially appointed Glenn Maleyko as the next state superintendent, effective December 8, 2025. Currently serving as...

Michigan Lawmakers Face Budget Deadline as Shutdown Looms

News Summary Michigan lawmakers have missed their budget deadline, creating a risk of a government shutdown if an agreement isn’t reached by October 1, 2025....

Michigan Faces Potential Government Shutdown Amid Budget Stalemate

News Summary Lansing, Michigan, is at risk of a government shutdown due to a prolonged budget impasse between Democrats and Republicans. With the fiscal year...

ABC Pulls Jimmy Kimmel Live! Off the Air Indefinitely

News Summary Jimmy Kimmel Live! has been indefinitely suspended by ABC following backlash over Kimmel’s controversial remarks about the tragic shooting of conservative activist Charlie...

Grand Rapids to Host Auditions for ‘Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors’

News Summary The Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) Theater Department is inviting students to audition for the comedic play ‘Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors’ on...