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City of Kentwood invites community to Arbor Day Celebration, Tree City USA Recognition Friday

The April 24 event features tree planting and giveaways, plus free tree seedlings for residents April 21-24. Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley (black shirt) takes part last year. (Photo: City of Kentwood: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

RiverTown Crossings hosts free community Bike Rodeo focused on youth safety and skills April 25

Families are invited to bring their bikes for safety checks, helmet fittings, tips from local law enforcement and a fun obstacle course. Raffles and giveaways will take place throughout the event.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood invites community to 8th Annual Limb Loss Awareness 5k April 25

Now in its eighth year, this inclusive event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. Featured events include a 5K run/walk and a one-mile children’s fun run. CLICK OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS! (Photo: City of Kentwood: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Iconic Flowerland garden center closes Wyoming doors, continues to serve community at Alpine and Kentwood locations

The name Flowerland has been synonymous with “garden center” and “personalized service” in the greater Grand Rapids area for the past 77 years. The Flowerland reputation and service remains intact, just within two locations instead of its previous three. (1967 New Flowerland Building. {Photo: Flowerland: Used with Permission})

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

Local Sports Update

Green flag set to drop at Berlin Raceway Saturday; 75th season of racing

Racing begins at 4 p.m. Saturday with all four classes of cars set to hit the pavement: Super Late Models, Limited Late Models, Sportsman and 4-Cylinders. Berlin Raceway Opening Day 2026. (Photo: Berlin Raceway: Used with Permission)

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

Check out our WKTV Friday Night Highlights Robotics edition featuring the FIRST Robotics Michigan District event at East Kentwood

Our WKTV crew got highlights of the following local teams: East Kentwood Red Storm Robotics, Wyoming Demons and Godwin Heights Robosnacks from Day 2 of the competition. CHECK OUT OUR SHOW INSIDE!

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

Boxers earn trips to national tournament after winning crowns at state Golden Gloves finals

Steven Ramirez (right) is joined by his coach as he displays his state title trophy at the Michigan Golden Gloves Championships after defeating Siderio Mitchell. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

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

WKTV Friday Night Highlights Golden Gloves PART 1; check out the great boxing action!

BOXING FANS: Click the headline to find our WKTV Friday Night Highlights Golden Gloves show PART 1 with exciting action and interviews!

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

South Christian girls wrap winning hoops season in Division 2 state semifinals; finish 27-1

The South Christian girls basketball team with their Division 2 Regional trophy. The Sailors finished the season at 27-1. (WKTV/Pat Moll)

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

Local News

Butterflies take flight: Meijer Gardens expect a quarter million visitors for 31st annual exhibition

A golden Helicon butterfly from Central and South America. (WKTV/Ruth Thornton)

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

Hudsonville Public Schools keep students inside after bear sighting in Georgetown Township

The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Baldwin St. and 42nd Ave. on several reports that came into the Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority of a bear sighting on the morning of April 17. Open for more details.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Grand Rapids Public Museum celebrates opening of Expanding Curiosity Riverfront Expansion

This new riverfront space expands public access and strengthens connections to the Grand River through outdoor education. (Photo: Grand Rapids Public Museum: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Wyoming Community Clean-Up Day April 18

Drop off your unwanted items, scrap metals and more. Best of all? It’s FREE for Wyoming residents! (Logo: City of Wyoming: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Women At Risk, International offers local businesses a chance to save lives through annual Ornament Campaign

Handblown glass ornaments have been helping protect women across the world since 2009, and local businesses can now be a part of that process.(WKTV/Deborah Reed)

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

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