City of Kentwood

Check out our WKTV News Today video of Woodland Mall’s 12th Annual African American Live Museum

A cast of 26 people ages 10-70 put on more than 15 live performances featuring remarkable African American figures throughout history and in current culture from politics, sports, science, arts, entertainment and more.

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

WATCH THIS! WKTV Friday Night Highlights (Feb. 23, 2026)

CLICK HERE! WKTV Friday Night Highlights featuring hosts Bill Rohn and Tom Conquest.

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

WKTV Contributor witnesses unrest in Puerto Vallarta after cartel leader’s death; forced to flee

From her rental home in Puerto Vallarta, WKTV Contributor Patty Williams witnessed the upheaval after cartel leader El Mencho was killed. (Photo Courtesy, Patty Williams)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org and Patty Williams, WKTV Contributor

Michigan’s Adventure now hiring for 2026 season

Parent company Six Flags to celebrate National Hiring Week Feb. 14-22 with Coast-to-Coast Hiring Blitz to fill a wide variety of roles with competitive wages and perks.(Photo Courtesy, Michigan’s Adventure)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Red Door still open at Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids; celebrating 25 years

For 25 years, Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids has remained committed to making emotional support accessible to all, at no cost. That commitment is only possible because of the generosity of our community. (Image Courtesy, Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WATCH THIS! WKTV Friday Night Highlights (Feb. 16, 2026)

DO NOT MISS our new and exciting WKTV Friday Night Highlights featuring hosts Bill Rohn and Tom Conquest. CLICK OPEN TO VIEW OUR SHOW!

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

GVSU celebrates Black History Month with multiple events throughout February

GVSU Night at the Museum: As We Rise. One of many events in February celebrating Black History Month. CLICK OPEN TO SEE SCHEDULE (Image Courtesy, GVSU)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Woodland Mall to host 12th Annual African American Live Museum

The New Hope Baptist Church will present its 12th African American Live Museum, “Echoes of Greatness,” throughout the mall from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21. CLICK OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS (Photo Courtesy, Woodland Mall)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

GVSU data shows region’s economy sluggish for third straight month

The West Michigan economy began the new year much as it ended in 2025, sluggish, with many local firms still struggling to gain momentum, according to a report by GVSU researcher Brian Long. (Image Courtesy, pxhere.com)

By:GVSU University Communications, greer@wktv.org

Planet Rock opens in Wyoming; 50-foot climbing walls, family-friendly programs

Grand Rapids resident Mike Powell practicing bouldering at the Planet Rock grand opening. CLICK OPEN TO SEE THE COOL ROCK CLIMBING VIDEO. (Photo Courtesy, Ruth Thornton/WKTV Contributor)

By:Ruth Thornton, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

YMCA Veggie Van returns to Care Resources, provides access to healthy food

The Veggie Van visits Care Resources’ Grand Rapids location twice a month year-round.

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Friday Night Highlights (Feb. 9, 2026)

CLICK HERE! WKTV Friday Night Highlights featuring host Tom Conquest.

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

Enter the Write Michigan Teen Poetry Contest by Kent District Library

The contest is open to teens in grades 6-12 living or attending school in Kent County. CLICK OPEN FOR MORE INFO

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Friday Night Highlights (Feb. 2, 2026)

DO NOT MISS our new and exciting WKTV Friday Night Highlights featuring hosts Bill Rohn and Tom Conquest. CLICK OPEN TO VIEW OUR SHOW!

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

East Kentwood Boys stay unbeaten in Red after two more wins; ranked second in state

The Falcons, 13-1 overall and ranked second in state, continued their winning ways with a come-from-behind 54-52 win Friday over Grandville. CLICK OPEN FOR VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS!

By:Bill Rohn, WKTV Contributor, Friday Night Highlights Host, greer@wktv.org