City of Kentwood

Kentwood seeking old photos, film for 50th anniversary celebration

Kentwood City officials and residents come together to plan 50th anniversary celebration. The committee is looking for photos and other media on the city’s first 50 years.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

We the People: Kent County Sheriff Candidates – 2016 Primary

WKTV takes seriously its role as a communications provider. We want our community to be well-informed and more involved in local matters. Only contested races where the field would be narrowed or decided at the primary on August 2 were included.

By:WKTV News

We the People: State House of Representatives Candidates – 2016 Primary

WKTV takes seriously its role as a communications provider. We want our community to be well-informed and more involved in local matters. Only contested races where the field would be narrowed or decided at the primary on August 2 were included.

By:WKTV Staff

We the People: Kent County Commission Candidates – 2016 Primary

WKTV takes seriously its role as a communications provider. We want our community to be well-informed and more involved in local matters. Only contested races where the field would be narrowed or decided at the primary on August 2 were included.

By:WKTV News

Gerald R. Ford International Airport is ready to fly

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority (GFIAA) is officially operating. The Authority transition was approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Friday, July 1, [Read More]

By:Tara Hernandez

Going Local: China City

The inaugural lunch trip for Going Local was to China City in Kentwood. After hearing rave reviews from co-workers and commenters on Facebook, it’s safe to say my excitement was through the roof.

By:Mike DeWitt & Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Rockets red glare are allowed, just make sure you check your city ordinance

Both the cities of Wyoming and Kentwood have ordinances on the books that allow fireworks to be discharged and displayed the day before, the day of, and the day after a national holiday. There are time and other restrictions too.

By:By Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Slight changes make Kentwood’s Fourth of July celebration really sparkle

This year, there will be two hubs of activity. The Kentwood Community Church will host the morning events and even activities, including the fireworks, will be at Crestwood Middle School.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

DRCWM wins $50,000 Steelcase grant for Wyoming schools Restorative Circles project

Restorative practices (including facilitative conferences and circles) offer a holistic approach to school discipline and problem solving.

By:Victoria Mullen

Maranda Park Parties kick off in Wyoming, include Kentwood location

Area residents get two opportunities to attend a Maranda Park Party with Wyoming kicking off the six-weeks this Thursday and East Kentwood High School hosting one July 21.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Construction work scheduled for 44th street, near airport

City officials plan to maintain access to the Gerald R. Ford Int’l Airport through the entire construction project, starting July 5 and ending in the fall.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

City of Kentwood continues to manage the bumps in the road of finances

Despite the changes in property taxes and other funding sources, the City of Kentwood’s 2016 – 2017 budget shows the city has stayed on course, making sound financial decisions with a 96-percent funded pension plan and a AA bond rating.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Four LUCAS Life Saving devices are now in Kentwood

A $115,000 grant may have given the Kentwood Fire Department an edge in saving a life.

By:Barri Tiggle

Music, movies, food — Kentwood has it all for its Summer Entertainment Series

The city of Kentwood combined its summer concert series and movies-in-the-park program and then added some local food trucks to create the ultimate summer entertainment series.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Honoring those who served: Kentwood, Wyoming host Memorial Day activities

Both Wyoming and Kentwood will host Memorial Day programs on May 30 that also will be aired on WKTV. Kentwood’s parade and ceremony are in the morning and Wyoming’s is in the evening.

By:By Joanne Bailey-Boorsma