City of Kentwood
Soul Syndicate taking their funk and soul to Kentwood City Hall July 23
This is the fifth time the 10-member funk, soul and dance band has performed in the Kentwood Summer Concert Series. (Photo: Tom Taylor. Used with Permission)
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UPDATE: July 16 concert canceled: Best kept secret around: In Full Swing brings big band music to Kentwood
A refrigeration contractor by day, In Full Swing’s band owner Dave Swan will wield a trumpet and urge people to dance the evening away at Kentwood’s next Summer Concert Series performance on Thursday, July 16. (Photo: Terpstra Photography. Used with Permission)
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July Sounds of Summer Concert Series in full swing
The Chicago-based band Sushi Roll will perform Thursday, July 9, at 7 p.m., at Cutler Park, 6701 Cutler Park Drive, Grand Rapids.
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Rare turtle babies get a head start thanks to John Ball Zoo and Calvin University
A spotted turtle with a transmitter that emits a signal so zoo staff can locate the animal in the wild. (Photo: John Ball Zoo. Used with Permission)
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Don’t miss the annual Kentwood Fourth of July Celebration
The event takes place from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., highlighted by a pancake breakfast at the fire station, parade, carnival and a fun-filled evening. (Photo: pxhere.com: Free for personal and commercial use.)
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Kyle Brown & The Human Condition performs June 25 in Kentwood; Farmers Market boasts new day, location
Kyle Brown and The Human Condition. (Photo: Triptychs Photography: Used with Permission)
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West Michigan programs receive nearly $60,000 in grants to clean up streams and monitor water quality
Volunteers help clean up Ottawa County streams in May 2026. (Photo: Ottawa County Water Resources: Used with Permission)
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Ty Majeski captures first Money in the Bank win Wednesday at Berlin
Ty Majeski has won plenty of big Late Model races during his career, but coming away with a big win at Berlin Raceway was something that has eluded the 2024 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion. (Photo: WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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WKTV News Today updates the West Nile Virus; check out our interview with the Kent County Health Department
CLICK OPEN this story for a News Today interview with Sara Simmonds of the Kent County Health Department, where she updates us on the presence of West Nile virus in the Grand Rapids area and talks about ticks and Lyme disease as well.
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NASCAR stars Carson Hocevar, Erik Jones headline Money in the Bank race at Berlin Raceway
Veteran Wyoming driver Brian Campbell is looking to win the Money in the Bank race for a third time on Wednesday. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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61st District Court Amnesty Program to resolve warrants and waive late fees and penalties
This program provides individuals with an opportunity to settle their old court financial obligations and pay the original amount of the ticket or financial assessment. It waives late fees, bench warrant fees, and show cause fees for those who qualify. (Photo: Public Domain. Free for personal and commercial use. pxhere.com)
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“CHIHULY at Meijer Gardens” exhibition reveals intimate look into artist’s vision; features decades of groundbreaking art
Presented by Macatawa Bank and running until Nov. 1, 2026, CHIHULY features works of nationally acclaimed artist Dale Chihuly across the 158-acre outdoor landscapes of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. (WKTV/Deborah Reed/2026)
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Kentwood invites community to Kickoff to Summer Celebration on Saturday, June 6
The celebration features food trucks, live music and more. (Photo: City of Kentwood: Used with Permission)
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Kentwood Police and two other agencies execute search warrant Thursday on South Division in ongoing narcotics investigation
Officers also recovered two handguns in the operation. There are no outstanding suspects related to this investigation, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
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Kentwood Police hold press conference on three recent crimes, including attempted kidnapping
Kentwood Police Captain Tim Wierenga gave WKTV and local media updates on three recent crimes, including an attempted kidnapping of a 14-year-old girl in the 1800 block of Rondo Street on May 12. CLICK OPEN TO WATCH PRESS CONFERENCE!
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