City of Kentwood
After a trip to the state semis, South Christian Sailors looking to keep momentum going
South Christian quarterback Austin Burgess has big shoes to fill taking over for standout Carson Vis, who signed to play basketball at WMU. (Greg Chrapek/WKTV Contributor)
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Fatal traffic crash early Tuesday morning at 44th St. and Kalamazoo
The vehicle was traveling on 44th St. when it exited the roadway and crashed into a metal support pole. The driver was the only occupant of the vehicle and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Woodland Mall Back to School Shopping Guide
Whether you’re shopping for elementary-school kiddos or college-bound young adults, Woodland Mall is your one-stop destination for students of all ages. (Photo, Courtesy, Woodland Mall)
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MHSAA News: Girls field hockey and boys volleyball make high school sports debut; boys tennis Finals update
Girls field hockey will be played in the fall, while boys volleyball begins its first season in the spring. Click open to see more changes for the MHSAA high school sports season. (Image Courtesy, MHSAA)
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Motown music filled the air as RocknSoul performed at the Kentwood Summer Concert Series
Based out of the Detroit area, RocknSoul brought the Motown sound to their Thursday performance behind Kentwood City Hall. (Photo Courtesy, RocknSoul)
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Memories abound as fighters from Pride Boxing Club in Grand Rapids gather for reunion
Former boxing great Buster Mathis Jr., who attended the reunion, won 21 of 26 pro bouts including a USBA heavyweight championship, fighting Mike Tyson and Riddick Bowe during his career. (Greg Chrapek/WKTV)
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Woodland Mall to host National Night Out event Aug. 5; superhero-themed
In addition to meeting Kentwood police officers and getting an up-close look at emergency vehicles, there will be superhero special appearances, face painting, balloon twisting, a photo station and giveaways. (Photo Courtesy, Olivia Grace & Company)
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Dementia or normal aging?
Slight declines in memory and cognition are typical with aging, but there are scenarios that call for further assessment. (Photo Courtesy, Care Resources)
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Air quality advisory declared for July 30-31 in West Michigan
This advisory is due to smoke from Canadian wildfires moving into the Upper Peninsula Tuesday and into parts of the northern Lower Peninsula Wednesday morning.
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Roosevelt Diggs brings a melting pot of American music to Thursday’s Kentwood Summer Concert Series
A versatile band, Roosevelt Diggs blends country, blues, rock and roll, folk and blue grass into a melting pot of true Americana music. (Photo Courtesy, Jeff Brinn)
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Celebrate National Night Out with Kentwood on Tuesday, Aug. 5
National Night Out is an annual event celebrated across the country that seeks to promote community-police partnerships and encourage residents to connect with their neighbors, community leaders and local police and fire personnel. It also features appearances by superheroes, face painting, balloon twisting, a photo station and giveaways.
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Mobile food pantry schedule for Kent County, July 21-Aug. 19
Open for a list of mobile food pantry locations open to the community. Each listing consists of date, time, location and drive-thru or walk-thru designation.
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Sunchaser to showcase musical diversity at Thursday’s Kentwood Summer Concert Series
A band of veteran musicians from the West Michigan area that formed in 2021, Sunchaser is a five-piece group that plays a wide variety of musical styles from rock to country, blues, R & B and more. (Photo Courtesy, Sunchaser)
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