City of Kentwood

WKTV We the People: Get to know Kentwood, Wyoming and Kent County candidates

Get to know local candidates before the Michigan Aug. 6 primary and Nov. 5 general election.

By:Cris Greer and Deborah Reed, WKTV Managing Editors

Probable Cause Conference for former State Police Detective Brian Keely July 1; available on Zoom

The probable cause conference for former Michigan State Police Det. Sgt. Brian Keely will take place Monday, July 1, and has been stipulated to be conducted virtually by the parties. Look inside for more details.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Berlin ARCA 200 highlights big night of racing at Berlin Raceway

A pair of exciting races are slated to take place Saturday at Berlin Raceway. Look inside to see all the great details.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Kent District Library to ask voters for one-year millage on Aug. 6 ballot to bridge 2025 funding gap

The gap millage is at the same rate property owners pay now, and there is no overlap with any other KDL millage.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Fatal traffic crash Wednesday night in Kentwood; pedestrian killed, driver arrested

A pedestrian was walking across 44th St. near Walnut Hills Dr. Wednesday night when he was struck by a vehicle. The 26-year-old Kentwood man was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Ford International Airport selects local artist for new mural installation

Dania Grevengoed was selected to create 12 murals to greet guests driving to and from the airport. (Courtesy, Ford International Airport)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Denise Davis and the Motor City Sensations to perform Thursday

The band performs at 7 p.m. Thursday as part of Kentwood’s Summer Concert Series on the lawn behind City Hall.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Fourth of July celebration

The annual event includes a full day of activities for all ages and interests, including a pancake breakfast, 5K race, parade, carnival, fireworks show and more.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

The Stinky “Beast” has bloomed at Frederik Meijer Gardens

“It began to open up and reveal its beautiful red inside, and then the stink … the stink is kind of hard to describe,” said John VanderHaagen, Director of Communications at Meijer Gardens. Look inside for more details.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

Battle Ground JKD invites community to free Fitness in the Park event June 26

Local business owner invites all ages to begin their fitness journey with a free fitness event featuring activities and demonstrations.

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Managing Editor

South Christian girls soccer team caps off season in Division 3 elite eight

Alexa Boersma led the Sailors with 25 goals and 10 assists this season.

By:By Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Michigan High School Athletic Association registration underway for game officials

The Michigan High School Athletic Association is accepting registrations online or by mail for game officials for the 2024-25 school year. Look inside for more details

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Roosevelt Park Neighborhood Farmers Market runs Fridays, June 14 through Oct. 11; Meet new Manager Yeli Romero

It’s a new location and a new manager for the Roosevelt Park Neighborhood Farmers Market, which begins on Friday, June 14 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. and runs through Oct. 11.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Public Schools receive state grant funding for Teacher Development Opportunities

KPS is among only 18 districts in Michigan to receive grant funding to support eligible teachers to pursue National Board Certification for the first time.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Public School’s ARCH After-school Program receives $10.5 million in state grants

“We are thrilled and appreciative to receive these grants and continue to offer high-quality learning experiences beyond the school day and throughout the summer,” said Kentwood Public Schools ARCH Project Director Lori Bramble-Romeo. (Generic Photo Courtesy, pxhere.com)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org