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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.
										                            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 Reels from Labor Day Shootings
				News Summary Grand Rapids faced alarming violence over Labor Day weekend, with two shootings resulting in one death and three injuries. The first shooting occurred...			
		
		Grand Rapids Kicks Off Fall Festivities with Local Orchards
				News Summary As fall approaches, Grand Rapids is set to celebrate the harvest season with vibrant activities at local orchards and cider mills starting September...			
		
		Grand Rapids Library Card Sign-Up Month Promotes Community Engagement
				News Summary Grand Rapids Public Library has launched Library Card Sign-Up Month with various events to encourage residents to acquire library cards. Cardholders can enjoy...			
		
		Grand Rapids Commemorates 80th Anniversary of WWII’s End
				News Summary Grand Rapids held a series of events over Labor Day weekend to honor veterans and celebrate the contributions of workers on the 80th...			
		
		West Michigan Prepares for Significant Temperature Drop
				News Summary West Michigan is set for a significant temperature drop as a cold front moves in, with forecasts predicting highs in the 60s by...			
		
		Grand Rapids Therapist Charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct
				News Summary A Grand Rapids therapist, Mario Gibson Franciscotty, faces charges of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct after a patient reported inappropriate sexual behavior during therapy...			
		
		Michigan Doctor Faces Extradition for Child Exploitation Charges
				News Summary Dr. William J. Murdoch is facing extradition to Florida on charges of soliciting sexual conduct involving a child after an undercover investigation revealed...			
		
		Michigan Recalls Runtz Vape Cartridges Due to Contaminants
				News Summary The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency has issued a recall for Runtz-branded vape cartridges produced on February 25 due to harmful chemicals. This follows...			
		
		Historic Estate in Michigan Sells for $12.8 Million
				News Summary A luxurious 17,000-square-foot estate in Washtenaw County has set a new benchmark for real estate sales in Michigan with a closing price of...			
		
		Continued Free Meal Program for Grand Rapids Students
				News Summary Grand Rapids Public Schools are serving free meals to over 10,000 students daily amid concerns about future state funding. This initiative is crucial...