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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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Once Upon a Room Celebrates 100th Hospital Room Transformation

News Summary Once Upon a Room celebrated a significant milestone by transforming its 100th hospital room at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids....

John Ball Zoo Plans New Aquarium Development in Walker

News Summary The John Ball Zoo is considering a significant aquarium project in Walker, targeting a 190-acre site with an estimated cost exceeding $350 million....

The Green Well Restaurant in Grand Rapids Closes After 20 Years

News Summary The Green Well, a beloved restaurant in Grand Rapids known for its American cuisine and brunch offerings, will permanently close on August 16....

Major Gas Leak Causes Traffic Shutdown and Shelter-in-Place Order in Walker, MI

News Summary A significant gas leak on Fruit Ridge Avenue NE in Walker, Michigan prompted emergency responses and a shelter-in-place order on August 8. Firefighters...

Knife Attack at Walmart in Traverse City Injures 11

News Summary A 42-year-old man has been arrested following a knife attack at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, injuring 11 people. Bradford James Gille...

New Tariffs Impact Michigan’s Economy and Automotive Industry

News Summary The Trump Administration’s implementation of new tariffs has raised concerns for Michigan’s automotive industry, small businesses, and middle-class families. With major manufacturers like...

Michigan Republicans Blame Canada for Poor Air Quality

News Summary Seven Michigan Republican lawmakers have issued a joint statement attributing the hazardous air quality in Michigan to wildfires in Canada. They urge the...

Attorney Accused of Smuggling Drugs into Correction Facility

News Summary An attorney has been accused of attempting to smuggle drugs, including Suboxone, into Central Michigan Correction Facility during a client visit. This incident...

Detroit Primary Elections: Sheffield and Kinloch Advance to Mayor Race

News Summary In the recent municipal primary elections held on August 5, 2025, Detroit voters saw City Council President Mary Sheffield and Solomon Kinloch advance...

Contraband Discovered During Attorney Visit in Michigan Prison

News Summary In a recent incident at the Central Michigan Correctional Facility, guards discovered contraband being exchanged between an attorney and a client during a...