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Trinidad Chambliss speaks at Wyoming High School; a Heisman trophy vote getter/Forest Hills Northern grad
Before Ole Miss, Chambliss led Ferris State to a DII national championship, passing for 26 TDs plus 25 on the ground in 2024. CLICK OPEN FOR VIDEO! (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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WKTV highlights from the Kentwood 8th Annual Limb Loss Awareness 5k April 25
All proceeds support Kentwood’s Adaptive Recreation Programs, which serve individuals with disabilities and provide safe, meaningful recreation opportunities year-round. (WKTV/Owen Herzenstiel)
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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)
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Therapy dogs transforming the courtroom; an eight-year celebration at Kent County Courthouse
Jeanne Lewis, proud owner of Rosie the dog and co-founder of West Michigan Therapy Dogs, now in its 25th year. (WKTV/Colleen Pierson)
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Local Sports Update
BOXING FANS: Check out this WKTV Friday Night Highlights special show featuring the Michigan Golden Gloves Championships
Grab your favorite snacks and beverages and settle in to watch this nearly 3-hour video of the recent Michigan Golden Gloves Championships.
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Trinidad Chambliss speaks at Wyoming High School; a Heisman trophy vote getter/Forest Hills Northern grad
Before Ole Miss, Chambliss led Ferris State to a DII national championship, passing for 26 TDs plus 25 on the ground in 2024. CLICK OPEN FOR VIDEO! (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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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)
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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!
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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)
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City of Wyoming announces Odd/Even Outdoor Water Restrictions May 1–June 15; affects 11 communities
The restriction does not affect water used for drinking and bathing. It limits when residents and businesses can water lawns, landscaping and fill pools to minimize the burden on the city’s water treatment plant during construction of the third transmission main.
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Godwin Mercado Farmers Market to Celebrate Grand Opening May 3
The opening day will feature a variety of activities for all ages, including farmers market bingo, yard games, and a visit from the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum’s Kids Can! Van. Attendees also can take advantage of free blood pressure checks provided by UM Health-West. (WKTV/Deborah Reed)
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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)
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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)
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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.
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