City of Kentwood

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

UPDATE: Missing person Karen Sorensen found Friday, June 14

The Kentwood Police Department has reported that missing person Karen Sorensen was found.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Star-Studded “Money in the Bank” feature highlights busy stretch at Berlin Raceway

Berlin hosts three nights of racing over an eight-day span highlighted by the “Money in the Bank” feature, one of the premier races of the summer at Berlin. (Image Courtesy, Berlin Raceway)

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

Children are invited to meet local veteran heroes at free Hero’s Breakfast event on June 15

Children are invited to dress as their favorite superhero and have breakfast with the local heroes that walk among them every day.

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

Creating memories: Hero’s Corner and Battle Ground JKD sponsor upcoming Daddy Daughter Dance on June 14

Two local organizations have teamed up to provide a fun and safe event for young girls and the positive male role models in their lives in the form of a Daddy Daughter Dance.

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

Community invited to Kentwood’s Kickoff to Summer Celebration on Saturday, June 8

The festival features food trucks, live music, sports tournaments and more, in the area around City Hall, 4900 Breton Ave. SE.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Ford International Airport to host Runway 5K Saturday, June 1

Registration is open for this unique race, providing walkers and runners with a rare opportunity to compete on an actual airport runway.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

A neighborhood party: Division Arts Festival celebrates diversity through international cuisine

Two food trucks and 11 brick and mortar restaurants will be within 1-2 minutes walking distance of Festival activities, and will offer a variety of international cuisine.

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

Division Arts Festival to feature new interactive art walk for children

The art walk narrative provides thought-provoking questions for children and parents to talk through while emphasizing the value of friends with different backgrounds than your own.

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

Shots fired near 4400 block of Bowen Blvd. Thursday, May 23 in Kentwood

At approximately 1 p.m. today (Thursday, May 23), the Kentwood Police Department responded to a report of shots fired near the 4400 block of Bowen Blvd. Several people were detained and questioned in the area, and an investigation is underway. 

By:Kentwood Police Department, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Farmers Market and Summer Concert Series Kick Off on June 6

The Farmers Market is 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday from June 6 through Aug. 29 behind Kentwood City Hall, 4900 Breton Ave. SE. The Summer Concert Series will take place 7 to 8:30 p.m. on select Thursdays on the lawn behind City Hall.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Berlin Raceway shifting into high gear as summer approaches; “The Bachelor” Arie Luyendyk Jr. races

Former Indy car driver and The Bachelor contestant Arie Luyendyk Jr. competed in the MSR series winged sprint car event at Berlin Raceway. (Photo Courtesy, Berlin Raceway/Arie Luyendyk Jr.)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor