City of Kentwood

Fatal accident on 60th St. and Wing Ave. Monday in Kentwood

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kentwood Police Department at 616-656-6580.  Anonymous tips can be submitted through Silent Observer at 616-774-2345 or SilentObserver.org.

By:Kentwood Police, greer@wktv.org

Women are urged to embrace a season of renewal at local Spring Outta Stuck event May 17!

Spring Outta Stuck aims to renew and empower women to overcome obstacles in a safe environment.

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Managing Editor, deborah@wktv.org

City of Kentwood to host Bark for the Park event on May 16

Kentwood’s annual Bark for the Park event raises funds for new dog park amenities at Kellogg Woods Park. (Photo Courtesy, City of Kentwood)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Ford International Airport fuels West Michigan growth, generating $7.7 billion annually in economic activity

A new Economic Impact Study in partnership with Grand Valley State University reveals Ford Airport’s Influence in the region. Check out the details inside.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood voters approve Police and Fire millage increase

The funding will enable Kentwood’s Police and Fire departments to hire additional staff members, make necessary vehicle replacements and complete critical equipment upgrades in order to maintain response times and meet growing needs for police, fire and emergency medical services.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Three residences and a vehicle damaged in May 4 shooting in Kentwood

At approximately 3:10 p.m. Saturday, the Kentwood Police Department responded to the area of 48th St. and Victoria Ave., on reports of a shooting. No victims were located, and no injuries were reported.

By:Kentwood Police Department, greer@wktv.org

Woodland Mall to host Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Sunday, May 5

The community is invited to celebrate Mexican culture and heritage at this Woodland Mall event.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

With Police and Fire millage increase on the upcoming May 7 ballot; WKTV looks back at “A day in the life of a Kentwood firefighter” series

“You work here and you start to see the impact that you make, and it kind of gives you satisfaction. This is the greatest job in the world,” said Kentwood Fire Department Lieutenant Jeff Bouwkamp (right). (Firefighter Andy Biederman, left)

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

East Kentwood boys track and field team ranked No. 1 in the state

East Kentwood sophomore Reece Emeott, ranked No. in the state in the pole vault, is one of many youngsters leading the top-ranked boys track team. (Photo Courtesy, Nuha Hussein)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor

49th Anniversary of the Fall of Saigon revisits tragedy, heartbreak and courage

Look inside for the personal heartbreak and struggles of two West Michigan residents that escaped the Fall of Saigon. (From left: Lee Ly, Bieu Duong and Phil Nguyen, in front of The Saigon Staircase exhibit at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor

Kentwood Commissioner Maurice Groce announces plans to resign for family reasons

After an eight-year tenure on the Kentwood City Commission, Commissioner Maurice Groce has announced his plans to resign for family reasons.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Prom night safety: Tips on encouraging teens to prioritize safety and make responsible choices

Encourage prom attendees to take the Prom Promise to prioritize safety and responsible behavior.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Kentwood’s Community Cleanup Day set for Saturday, May 4

Residents can drop off household trash, general debris and yard waste for disposal and electronics for recycling from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kentwood Department of Public Works, 5068 Breton Ave. SE.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

City of Kentwood to host community forum for police and fire millage increase proposal on April 29

The community forum will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, April 29 at the Kentwood Police Department’s training room at 4742 Walma Ave. SE.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Ford International Airport breaks ground on $8.5 million snow removal equipment building

A rendering of the Snow Removal Equipment building. The expansion will add 60,000 square feet, enhancing snow removal operations. (Photo Courtesy, Ford International Airport)

By:Ford Airport, greer@wktv.org