City of Kentwood

WKTV will host special Fourth of July programming for the holidays

For the Fourth of July holiday, WKTV will be hosting special programs to celebrate the nations 242nd birthday. The programming will include two showings of the Kentwood 4th of July Parade, 12:30 and 7:30 p.m.

By:WKTV Staff

Are you registered to vote in Michigan’s Aug. 7th primary election? Deadline is July 9th

You must register by July 9th to vote in the Aug. 7th primary. If you’re not registered, here’s how to find out where to go.

By:WKTV Staff

City of Kentwood plans full day of Fourth of July celebrations

Events include a pancake breakfast, a 5K race and a parade, followed by an evening complete with carnival rides, games and fireworks at Crestwood Middle School.

By:City of Kentwood

GFIA Master Plan includes more covered parking, concourse expansions, and more

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA)’s Master Plan includes more covered parking options, concourse renovations and additions, and a Federal Inspection Station (FIS).

By:Tara Hernandez, Gerald R. Ford International Airport

U.S. Rep Huizenga, Ford airport president on latest WKTV Journal: In Focus

On the latest episode of WKTV Journal: In Focus, WKTV caught up with the Republican who represents both Wyoming and Kentwood in Washington, D.C., as well as James R. Gill, President and CEO of the Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority.

By:WKTV Staff

Snapshots: Wyoming and Kentwood news you need to know

WKTV covers what’s important to Wyoming and Kentwood like no other media!

By:WKTV Staff

U.S. Sen. Gary Peters to hold Grand Rapids Community Meeting

Public meeting will be June 30, for a 10 a.m. at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, 303 Pearl St NW.

By:Micah Cho, WKTV Intern

Snapshots: News you need to know from Kentwood, Wyoming

Fundraiser with music scheduled on Saturday and Wyoming’s WY-FI concert is next week.

By:WKTV Staff

Fundraiser for Kentwood ranch designed to educate residents about programs, impact

This Saturday the Equine Assisted Development located at the Old Tassell Ranch, 3224 32nd St. SE, will host its second annual Barn Bash Charity Concert.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

School News Network: Crestwood Middle schoolers pitch in to help protect waterways

Crestwood Middle School students spent a sunny Friday (before school ended) creating a natural space that keeps neighboring waterways clean and free of sediment.

By:Erin Albanese, School News Network

Employment Expertise: Start Your Job Search on the Right Foot

Prior to applying for a job, you need a strong foundation to prepare for every step of the job search process. This workshop is a great first step.

By:West Michigan Works!

Chamber scholarship recipients offer a little advice to the upcoming Class of 2019

Don’t stress and enjoy the moment are some of the recommendations of two Wyoming-Kentwood Area Chamber of Commerce scholarship recipients to incoming freshmen and the Class of 2019.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Parents are reminded to talk to their children about gun safety

33 percent of U.S. households have a gun in the house, and half of the gun owning households not properly securing their guns.

By:Michigan State Police

Safe propane tank disposal important for county worker safety

Kent County’s Recycling & Education Center has experienced two explosions in the last two years, both in June, from propane tanks.

By:Kent County

Kentwood summer concerts continue June 21 with May Erlewine

The Summer Concert Series offers free concerts and family entertainment on select Thursday nights from June to August.

By:WKTV Staff