City of Kentwood
Kentwood woman accepted for national philanthropy program
Johngerlyn “Jonse” Young, Director of Philanthropic Services at the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, has been selected to participate in the Council on Foundations’ 2017 Career Pathways program.
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School News Network: Drive-up DNA Lesson delivers STEM to school’s front door
During the lesson taught by Lindsay Grasman, a science lab educator at Food, Agriculture & Resources in Motion (FARM), fifth-graders learned about agriculture, and how genetics play a role in all living things including the crops raised by Michigan farmers.
By:Kent County Board approves funding for mental health court study
The Kent County Board of Commissioners recently voted to accept a $33,000 Mental Health Court Planning Grant from the State Court Administrative Office.
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Local high school sports schedule: March 13-18
Your weekly list of Wyoming and Kentwood area high school varsity sports events to get out to.
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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.”
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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.
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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: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: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: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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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