City of Kentwood
Four local authors discuss writing and publishing at Schuler Books
From fiction to travel guides, four local authors discuss the highs and lows of being an author and the publishing industry at a panel discussion set for Thursday, Sept. 8.
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Public Q&A on landfill gas leak is Aug. 31 at Kentwood City Hall
Learn about what’s happening with the methane gas leak at the old South Kent Landfill. The public is invited to attend a Q&A session presented by the Kent County Dept. of Public Works at 7 pm on Wed., Aug. 31 at Kentwood City Hall, 4900 Breton Ave. SE.
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DreamWheels! Lowriders make a special appearance in this year’s show
This year’s DreamWheels! red carpet show will feature three lowriders. Originating in the 1940s, these cars are known to be “low and slow” and be raised up or lowered through hydraulics.
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DreamWheels!: Pin Up Girl Contest set to take place at Rogers Plaza
Ten ladies compete for the title of Miss Metro Cruise 2016 in the annual Pin Up Girl contest at Rogers Plaza Saturday afternoon. Returning champ Miss Metro Cruise 2015 ‘Ginger Snaps’ will help judge.
By:Gerald R. Ford International Airport records busiest month in airport history
July passenger numbers were up 1.69% year-over-year; resulting in the busiest July ever, and breaking an all-time monthly record from July 2015 with the Gerald R. Ford International Airport set to break its annual passenger total.
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DreamWheels!: Sparking the fascination of firefighting is Engine House No. 5
As part of this year’s “DreamWheels!” show, Engine House No. 5 Museum brings a 1875 Silsby Steamer to the red carpet. The Silsby Steamer is part of a tribute to former Grand Rapids firefighter and “DreamWheels!” host David Knisley.
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DreamWheels!: Rev up for Metro Cruise by taking in some local art
The annual art event Art Cruise kicks off the month of August with more than 25 area artists showing in 17 Wyoming area businesses. Cruise around town to check out the art.
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DreamWheels!: History of Metro Cruise
For the past 11 years, the 28th Street Metro Cruise has brought together generations of people by allowing them to a trip through memory lane by cruising down 28th Street in a classic car.
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DreamWheels!: WKTV brings the red carpet event right to you
WKTV and the Wyoming-Kentwood Chamber of Commerce once again bring you “DreamWheels!” which broadcasts live Saturday, Aug. 27, at two locations, Cascade’s Pal’s Diner and Wyoming’s Rogers Plaza.
By:Have storm debris? Self-serve yard waste facility is open Sunday, Aug. 21 from 9 am-6 pm
If you have branches, limbs and brush to dispose of after Saturday’s storm, you may bring them to Grand Rapids’s yard waste facility at 2001 Butterworth Street SW from 9 am to 6 pm on Sunday, Aug. 21.
By:Curious George turns 75 and Schuler Books is celebrating
The most famous monkey in the world – George – marks his 75th anniversary this year. Schuler Books hosts a special event and a filmmaker works on creating a special documentary about the authors.
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Local charity ‘plays dirty’ with their annual Mud Run
While the new millennium has brought us an influx in technology, it has also given a rise to the obstacle course relay (OCR). For the Grand Rapids Mud Run, the excitement and popularity of an OCR is harnessed into an act of charity
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Gerald R. Ford International Airport North Lot reopens
North Lot at airport reopens after two-month project to resurface and upgrade the area. The new lot includes improved layout with new signs and improved pedestrian safety.
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