Grand Rapids Press Stops Printing After December 6
MLive Media Group will cease all print publications after December 6, ending The Grand Rapids Press's physical edition.
The Grand Rapids Press will publish its final print newspaper on December 6 as its parent company, MLive Media Group, shifts to a fully digital operation. This ends a daily ritual for many local readers who depend on physical papers for news and community announcements.
MLive Media Group, which owns The Grand Rapids Press, has announced it will stop printing all its newspapers after December 6. The last print editions of The Grand Rapids Press, along with the Muskegon Chronicle and Kalamazoo Gazette, will be delivered on that date. This decision marks the end of print journalism for these historic West Michigan papers.
For Grand Rapids residents, the physical newspaper has been a daily staple, providing local news, obituaries, and community events. The shift to digital-only directly affects how a significant portion of the population, particularly older residents, accesses trusted information. The routine of reading a printed paper is now fading, impacting how people engage with their city.
Advertisement
This move reflects a broader industry trend toward digital media. In Grand Haven, local news agencies report customer disappointment with the change. "Our regulars are really going to miss the paper," said the owner of a Grand Haven news agency. While MLive will continue online coverage, the loss of a tangible newspaper leaves a gap in the community's daily life.
