City of Kentwood
Harriet Stanaback celebrates 99th birthday at park she helped establish in Kentwood
Harriet Stanaback (center) and two of her granddaughters look at the tree planted in her honor at a birthday celebration for Harriet Saturday at Stanaback Park.
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Kentwood free summer concerts begin with Azz-Izz Band Thursday, June 15 and Wity Sound Band, June 22
The Azz-Izz Band kicks off the Kentwood Summer Concert Series on Thursday, June 15 at 7 p.m. on the lawn behind City Hall. Free admission.
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Walk, bike, or share rides during Active Commute Week
Active Commute Week is underway in the Grand Rapids area with commuters having the chance to win prizes for their “green” commutes.
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Kentwood Farmers Market and Summer Concert Series kick off on June 15
The Farmers Market runs from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday through Sept. 7 behind Kentwood City Hall and the Summer Concert Series from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on select Thursdays on the lawn behind City Hall.
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Kentwood kicks off Summer this Saturday, June 10, with Food Truck Festival: live music, food trucks and beer tent
The popular community event offers free admission and features more than 25 food trucks in the parking lot of the Kent District Library.
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How to stay cool on these warm summer days
Summer is finally here with everyone looking to stay cool. Here is a list of the splash pads available in the cities of Wyoming and Kentwood.
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East Kentwood softball team perseveres through injuries this season to finish strong
“We were very excited for the 2023 season with many returning players, although only three seniors,” said East Kentwood coach Owen Fletke.
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WKTV Voices from the Front Line: Part 2 of a look inside the life of a Kentwood firefighter
This is Part 2 of WKTV’s “Voices from the Front Line,” where we recently spent an afternoon at Kentwood Fire Station 3 talking to Engine Operator Andy Biederman (left) and Lieutenant Jeff Bouwkamp.
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Sea lamprey control planned for Lake Michigan tributaries
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will be applying lampricides to the Rogue River and Crockery creek to help kill sea lamprey larvae.
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GM awards $75,000 in grants to local charities
The Wyoming Department of Public Safety was one of three grant recipients with plans to use its money for a distracted and impaired driver simulator.
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Kentwood to host dance opportunities for all abilities in June
“Dancing is a great way to get active and build connections, and we’re looking forward to learning some new moves alongside participants,” said Katelyn Bush, program coordinator with Kentwood Parks and Recreation.
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Kentwood recently hosted Bark for the Park, a dog-friendly fundraiser at Kellogg Woods Park
Lainey Dennison and her five dogs traveled from Portage to enjoy the day at Bark for the Park.
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Big trucks, food and fun; good times at the Kentwood Public Works Open House
“We’re here to celebrate the Department of Public Works and the staff who run it,” said Mayor Kepley, at the third annual event.
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Kids’ Food Basket founder’s memoir about finding a purpose-driven life, inspiring others
Mary K. Hoodhood’s new book tells of overcoming a catastrophic car accident, people who inspired and supported her and finding a cause near to her heart — feeding kids in need.
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WKTV Voices from the Front Line: A two-part look inside the life of a Kentwood firefighter
WKTV recently spent an afternoon at Kentwood Fire Station 3 as part of our documentary called “Voices from the Front Line,” where we interviewed Engine Operator Andy Biederman (left) and Lieutenant Jeff Bouwkamp.
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