City of Kentwood

School News Network: Local companies find solutions in high school seniors while they explore careers

Kelloggsville’s work-based learning program began with four students, one employer, and a high school science teacher who coordinated the program during his lunch breaks and planning periods.

By:Bridie Bereza, School News Network

Woodland Mall’s holiday season begins with Santa, pups and lots of fun

As the holiday season nears, the mall is setting up decorations and hosting a series of events to help shoppers spread holiday cheer this winter.

By:Woodland Mall

We the People: Election Results

Two new faces, one for the county and one for the state, will represent the cities of Wyoming and Kentwood, DeKryger retains his seat on the Wyoming City Council.

By:WKTV Staff

Snapshots: Wyoming and Kentwood news you need to know

We’ve got what you need to know this week, including what’s next, what’s new and what’s that?

By:WKTV Staff

Gerald R. Ford International Airport begins Gateway Transformation Project – Phase II

Remodeling will include new terrazzo flooring, new LED lighting fixtures, upgraded signage, and more.

By:Tara Hernandez, Gerald R. Ford International Airport

School News Network: County weighs in on attendance campaign

The straightforward message behind “Strive for Less than 5”, the countywide campaign to reduce absences: The more school a child misses, the further they fall behind.

By:Erin Albanese, School News Network

We the People 2018: Election Guide

How to find your polling place, what to do if you don’t have a photo ID, who the candidates are, these questions and more are answered.

By:WKTV Staff

School News Network: Helping young children the purpose of countywide millage request

Kent County voters are being asked to approve a 0.25 mill property tax levy that would provide an estimated $5.7 million a year to agencies and programs that support early childhood development programs.

By:James Harger, School News Network

School News Network: Collaboration centers in every school to foster student engagement

East Kentwood High School students gathered in the Collaboration Center, a large wide-open space fully equipped with technology.

By:Erin Albanese, School News Network

Voter registration — local, county and statewide — setting new records as Nov. 6 looms

If voter registrations are any indicator, all indications are that next week’s Nov. 6 presidential-midterm election turnout could also be record-setting.

By:K.D. Norris

Kentwood, to improve community access, tries new city hall hours starting Nov. 12

The City identified alternate office hours that would meet the public need and provide greater access to in-person services.

By:City of Kentwood

East Kentwood narrowly tops Brighton, moves on to Saline for second-round playoff game

Just like Brighton, the Falcons have never faced Saline. With an unfamiliar opponent, on the road, East Kentwood must be ready.

By:Micah Cho, WKTV Sports Intern

Kentwood’s annual Fall Festival’s Trunk or Treat brought the family fun to community

There was a whole bunch of kids and candy, and a fair amount of spooky things, at the city’s annual Fall Festival … and WKTV was there.

By:WKTV Staff

School News Network: Grant will help prepare Wyoming area students for college

Grand Rapids Community College is the recipient of a $2.1 million, six-year grant from the U.S. Education Department to boost chances for all students to succeed in college and beyond.

By:Erin Albanese, School News Network

Ford Airport on Pace to Break Three Million Passenger Mark

The three million passenger mark is drawing in closer after the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) recorded another month of record growth with a September that served 255,888 passengers.

By:Tara M. Hernandez, Gerald R. Ford International Airport