City of Kentwood

Winged cars and Race for the Million take center stage at Berlin Raceway  

Kody Swanson is second in points in the Race for the Million at Berlin Raceway. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

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

On the Lash brings its Celtic roots to the stage at Lamar Park July 28

Prepare to be transported to the rolling hills and green fields of Ireland when On The Lash takes the stage at Lamar Park on Tuesday, July 28 at 6 p.m. (Photo Courtesy On the Lash: Used with Permission)

By:Lillian Reiner, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Police investigating assault on 24-year-old female that occurred Monday at East Paris Nature Park

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 30 years old, with a thin build. He was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and a white shirt with colored squares. CLICK OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS (Photo Courtesy, City of Kentwood)

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

Soul Syndicate taking their funk and soul to Kentwood City Hall July 23

This is the fifth time the 10-member funk, soul and dance band has performed in the Kentwood Summer Concert Series. (Photo: Tom Taylor. Used with Permission)

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

UPDATE: July 16 concert canceled: Best kept secret around: In Full Swing brings big band music to Kentwood

A refrigeration contractor by day, In Full Swing’s band owner Dave Swan will wield a trumpet and urge people to dance the evening away at Kentwood’s next Summer Concert Series performance on Thursday, July 16. (Photo: Terpstra Photography. Used with Permission)

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

July Sounds of Summer Concert Series in full swing

The Chicago-based band Sushi Roll will perform Thursday, July 9, at 7 p.m., at Cutler Park, 6701 Cutler Park Drive, Grand Rapids.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

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

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

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

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

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

WKTV News Today updates the West Nile Virus; check out our interview with the Kent County Health Department

CLICK OPEN this story for a News Today interview with Sara Simmonds of the Kent County Health Department, where she updates us on the presence of West Nile virus in the Grand Rapids area and talks about ticks and Lyme disease as well.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, 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

61st District Court Amnesty Program to resolve warrants and waive late fees and penalties

This program provides individuals with an opportunity to settle their old court financial obligations and pay the original amount of the ticket or financial assessment. It waives late fees, bench warrant fees, and show cause fees for those who qualify. (Photo: Public Domain. Free for personal and commercial use. pxhere.com)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org