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Rare turtle babies get a head start thanks to John Ball Zoo and Calvin University

A spotted turtle with a transmitter that emits a signal so zoo staff can locate the animal in the wild. (Photo: John Ball Zoo. Used with Permission)

By:Ruth Thornton, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

UPDATE: Wyoming Police said body discovered in construction dumpster was 38-year-old Joseph Otis Hammer

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Wyoming Police Detectives at 616-530-7300 or Silent Observer at 616-774-2345; 1-866-774-2345; or https://www.silentobserver.org.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

FREE summer meals for children and teens; Kent District Library and Kids’ Food Basket partner up

Through the Sack Suppers at the Library program, free evening meals are available at select KDL branches through September 1. (Photo: Kent District Library Richard L. Root Kentwood Branch. (WKTV)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Don’t miss the annual Kentwood Fourth of July Celebration

The event takes place from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., highlighted by a pancake breakfast at the fire station, parade, carnival and a fun-filled evening. (Photo: pxhere.com: Free for personal and commercial use.)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Local Sports Update

Ty Majeski captures first Money in the Bank win Wednesday at Berlin

Ty Majeski has won plenty of big Late Model races during his career, but coming away with a big win at Berlin Raceway was something that has eluded the 2024 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion. (Photo: WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

NASCAR stars Carson Hocevar, Erik Jones headline Money in the Bank race at Berlin Raceway 

Veteran Wyoming driver Brian Campbell is looking to win the Money in the Bank race for a third time on Wednesday. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today, greer@wktv.org

Ricky LaDuke takes checkered flag in feature race last Saturday at Berlin

In the inaugural race of the new series at Berlin, the drivers gave the crowd plenty to cheer about. While the Newmans were the big names in the race, it was Ricky LaDuke, a mainstay at Kalamazoo Speedway, who came away with the checkered flag. (Photo: WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

NASCAR legend Ryan Newman to headline at Berlin Raceway Saturday; races daughter for first time

Ryan Newman and his daughter Brooklyn are competing in the same race at Berlin Raceway Saturday. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Whitetails Unlimited: Six steps to youth hunting success

Introducing youngsters (or adults) to hunting takes special patience and accommodations to build a love of the outdoors and appreciation of our cherished traditions. (Photo: Public Domain. pxhere.com)

By:Whitetails Unlimited, Joe Byers

Local News

South Kent Chamber seeks support for National Night Out back-to-school giveaways

This year’s National Night Out will feature a block party at The Dock Urban Youth Ministries at 4669 South Division Ave. in Wyoming with food trucks, activity exhibit booths, yard games, and much more. CLICK OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS. (Image Courtesy South Kent Chamber of Commerce)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kyle Brown & The Human Condition performs June 25 in Kentwood; Farmers Market boasts new day, location

Kyle Brown and The Human Condition. (Photo: Triptychs Photography: Used with Permission)

By:Deborah Reed, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Working smoke alarms help save two children from house fire

This incident is a powerful reminder that working smoke alarms save lives. CLICK OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS (Photo: WKTV/Deborah Reed)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Authentic Rock ‘n’ Roll: American Rust performs live at Wyoming Concerts in the Park on June 23

American Rust’s brand of middle-of-America rustbelt rock is a little more rock ‘n’ roll than country, while still heavily established in heartland and Midwestern musical traditions.(Photo: City of Wyoming/American Rust: Used with Permission)

By:Deborah Reed, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

West Michigan programs receive nearly $60,000 in grants to clean up streams and monitor water quality 

Volunteers help clean up Ottawa County streams in May 2026. (Photo: Ottawa County Water Resources: Used with Permission)

By:Ruth Thornton, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

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