City of Kentwood

National author Jonathan Friesen brings his message of acceptance to the Greater Grand Rapids area

Jonathan Friesen, author of the acclaimed book ” Jerk, California,” comes to Woodland’s Barnes & Noble Thursday to discuss his new book “Unfolding.”

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Video: Kentwood kicks off 50th anniversary celebration

If you were not able to attend the Kentwood 50th Anniversary kick-off, here is WKTV broadcast of the program.

By:WKTV Staff

Taste of Kentwood provided residents a chance to discover what’s in their own backyard

Taste of Kentwood featured almost 17 different restaurants celebrating the city’s culinary scene.

By:WKTV Staff

Game on: WKTV’s featured games for March 6-10

WKTV’s coverage crew will be at Godwin Heights Monday, March 6, for the boys basketball game between Grand River Prep vs Kelloggsville.

By:K.D. Norris

Local high school sports schedule: March 6-13

Looking for a Wyoming and Kentwood area high school varsity sports event to get out to? Here is your weekly list.

By:WKTV Staff

School News Network: Tuesday Job Fair Seeks Teachers, Support Staff

Area school officials hope a job fair Tuesday, March 7, will help to increase the substitute teachers and support staff local districts badly need.

By:School News Network

Wyoming’s Hoop Heaven Basketball Academy announces youth programs

Wyoming’s Hoop Heaven Basketball Academy recently announced several youth basketball programs, including a Biddy Ball (K-2) program starting in April.

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood 50: Railtown’s golden ale a natural fit for celebration

The City of Kentwood’s year-long Kentwood 50 celebration kicked off this week with the reception at Railtown Brewing Company; the beer of choice was — a golden ale of course.

By:K.D. Norris

Kentwood 50: Opening celebration brings dignitaries to town

National, state, county and local officials turned out to help kick off the City of Kentwood’s 50th Anniversary.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

LocalFirst recognizes business owner for contributions to the Grand Rapids/Kentwood community

Because of Jojo White’s dedication to building a better community, she was recently named of one of nine LocalMotion Award recipients by LocalFirst of West Michigan.

By:Bre Wilson

Title Time — High school sports schedule: Feb. 28 to March 6

Starting this week and weekend, the sports schedule is busy with state championships, and WKTV will be covering local teams in action.

By:Mike Moll

Kentwood 50: Registration deadline for Kentwood’s Got Talent coming up quickly

The registration deadline for the Kentwood’s Got Talent is March 3. The first round auditions take place March 9.

By:WKTV Staff

Need to make some home repairs? Kent County increases grant funding

Kent County Board of Commissioners increase grant funding for home and repair modifications for low-to-moderate income families.

By:Lisa LaPlante, Kent County

Kentwood 50: 16th Annual ‘Taste of Kentwood’ — Bigger, tastier than ever

Tickle your tastebuds with a variety of gastronomical delights at the 16th annual Taste of Kentwood March 2.

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood kicks off year-long 50th anniversary celebration with a special city commission meeting

Monday, Feb. 27, is 50 years to the day when Kentwood had its first city commission meeting. This Monday, the commission will officially kick off a year-long celebration honor all who have made Kentwood a “great place to live, work and raise a family.”

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma