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Spring bunny photos hop back to Woodland Mall March 20

Photos with the bunny will be offered in a spring-themed photo set March 20 through April 4 in the Macy’s court. OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS! (Photo Courtesy, Woodland Mall)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Storms bring gigantic hail to Georgetown Township, Mich.

Extremely large chunks of hail littered many yards on March 10 in Georgetown Township, Michigan. (WKTV/Cris Greer)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Update to shooting at Dave & Buster’s on March 7 on 28th St.; 17-year-old remains in ICU

Initial investigations, including interviews, security footage and personal video recordings, indicate that an altercation occurred outside Dave & Buster’s. OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Dozens of families brave the dark for annual Yeti hunt at Stanaback Park; CHECK OUT OUR COOL NEW VIDEO!

Yard signs, Yeti footprints, patches of fur and other clues and fun facts were scattered along the short loop trail located at 3717 Whitebud Drive SE in Kentwood. CHECK OUT THIS COOL YETI HUNT VIDEO! (WKTV/Ruth Thornton)

By:Ruth Thornton, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Local Sports Update

South Christian girls continue undefeated run with regional title win, advance to state quarters

The South Christian girls basketball team with their Division 2 Regional trophy after beating host Otsego. (WKTV/Pat Moll)

By:Mike Moll, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

LOOK HERE: WKTV Friday Night Highlights (March 9, 2026); check out these great local basketball clips from the girls’ state tourney

WKTV was at several local girls basketball tournament games last week to bring you some exciting highlights. CLICK OPEN TO WATCH THE SHOW!

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor/Sports Director, greer@wktv.org

Mr. Basketball contender Cam Ryans sinks last-second three to edge East Kentwood; Northview advances to state quarterfinals

Ryans, a 6-4 senior and Mr. Basketball candidate was spectacular, nailing a three-point buzzer-beater to cap a 30-point performance as the Wildcats defeated the Falcons 52-50 before a sellout crowd Thursday at Caledonia. (WKTV/Bill Rohn)

By:Bill Rohn, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Friday Night Highlights (March 2, 2026); check out these local boys basketball team clips from the MHSAA tourney

WKTV was at several local boys basketball tournament games last week to bring you some exciting highlights. CLICK OPEN TO WATCH THE SHOW!

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor/Sports Director, greer@wktv.org

WATCH THIS! WKTV Friday Night Highlights (Feb. 23, 2026)

CLICK HERE! WKTV Friday Night Highlights featuring hosts Bill Rohn and Tom Conquest.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor/Sports Director, greer@wktv.org

Local News

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre announces 100th Anniversary lineup; eight inaugural and legacy productions

In addition to these exciting titles, an equally special announcement is the continuation of affordable and accessible theatre with “Pick Your Price Wednesdays.” (Photo Courtesy, Grand Rapids Civic Theatre)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Midwestern flavors meet Mexico; WKTV producer finds Michigan connection in Puerto Vallarta Chili Cookoff

Detroit native Karl Griggs wins Puerto Vallarta Chili Cookoff with grandma’s recipe. (Photo Courtesy, Patty Williams)

By:Patty Williams, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Hunt Michigan Collaborative Farm Tour helps farmers reduce crop damage by deer

It’s estimated that hundreds of thousands of dollars in crop damage occurs each year. For more info on the Farm Tour CLICK HERE! (Photo Courtesy, pxhere.com)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Top 100 Global Child Prodigy Award winner emphasizes “kindness” at local State of the Child conference

A 15-year-old youth advocate and speaker educates 400+ community professionals on what it means to run the race of kindness.

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Check out our WKTV News Today video of Woodland Mall’s 12th Annual African American Live Museum

A cast of 26 people ages 10-70 put on more than 15 live performances featuring remarkable African American figures throughout history and in current culture from politics, sports, science, arts, entertainment and more.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

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