The City of Grand Rapids' Office of Emergency Management team helps the community through emergencies

By Shelley Irwin

Published August 31, 2026 at 10:23 AM EDT

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We talk to Benjamin Rance about the office and more.

The City of Grand Rapids' Office of Emergency Management team works to help the community prepare for, respond to and stay informed during emergencies of all kinds. We talk to Benjamin Rance about the office and more.

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Shelley Irwin

Shelley Irwin is the host and producer for The Shelley Irwin Show, a news magazine talk-show format on the local NPR affiliate Monday through Friday. The show, broadcast at 9 a.m., features a wide variety of local and national news makers, plus special features.

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