City of Kentwood
BOXING FANS: Check out this WKTV Friday Night Highlights special show featuring the Michigan Golden Gloves Championships
Grab your favorite snacks and beverages and settle in to watch this nearly 3-hour video of the recent Michigan Golden Gloves Championships.
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Trinidad Chambliss speaks at Wyoming High School; a Heisman trophy vote getter/Forest Hills Northern grad
Before Ole Miss, Chambliss led Ferris State to a DII national championship, passing for 26 TDs plus 25 on the ground in 2024. CLICK OPEN FOR VIDEO! (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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Women At Risk, International offers local businesses a chance to save lives through annual Ornament Campaign
Handblown glass ornaments have been helping protect women across the world since 2009, and local businesses can now be a part of that process.(WKTV/Deborah Reed)
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Don’t miss the Wyoming Carnival April 29-May 3 at Lamar Park
Whether you’re in it for the thrills or just the snacks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Check out the Wyoming Carnival from April 29 through May 3 at Lamar Park, 2561 Porter St. SW. (Image Courtesy, City of Wyoming)
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Kentwood Community Cleanup Day set for Saturday, May 2
Kentwood residents can drop off yard waste, household items, furniture and general debris for disposal and electronics for recycling 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kentwood Public Works Department, 5068 Breton Ave. SE. Proof of Kentwood residency is required.
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City of Wyoming announces Odd/Even Outdoor Water Restrictions May 1–June 15; affects 11 communities
The restriction does not affect water used for drinking and bathing. It limits when residents and businesses can water lawns, landscaping and fill pools to minimize the burden on the city’s water treatment plant during construction of the third transmission main.
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Special Election May 5; Local voters to decide on proposals for Kentwood and Wyoming Public Schools
Next Tuesday, May 5, a Special Election will be held to vote on two local school district proposals: Kentwood Public Schools and Wyoming Public Schools. Click open to read the proposals. (Image, pxhere.com)
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Godwin Mercado Farmers Market to Celebrate Grand Opening May 3
The opening day will feature a variety of activities for all ages, including farmers market bingo, yard games, and a visit from the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum’s Kids Can! Van. Attendees also can take advantage of free blood pressure checks provided by UM Health-West. (WKTV/Deborah Reed)
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Butterflies take flight: Meijer Gardens expect a quarter million visitors for 31st annual exhibition
A golden Helicon butterfly from Central and South America. (WKTV/Ruth Thornton)
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RiverTown Crossings hosts free community Bike Rodeo focused on youth safety and skills April 25
Families are invited to bring their bikes for safety checks, helmet fittings, tips from local law enforcement and a fun obstacle course. Raffles and giveaways will take place throughout the event.
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Check out our WKTV Friday Night Highlights Robotics edition featuring the FIRST Robotics Michigan District event at East Kentwood
Our WKTV crew got highlights of the following local teams: East Kentwood Red Storm Robotics, Wyoming Demons and Godwin Heights Robosnacks from Day 2 of the competition. CHECK OUT OUR SHOW INSIDE!
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Kentwood invites community to 8th Annual Limb Loss Awareness 5k April 25
Now in its eighth year, this inclusive event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. Featured events include a 5K run/walk and a one-mile children’s fun run. CLICK OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS! (Photo: City of Kentwood: Used with Permission)
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City of Kentwood invites community to Arbor Day Celebration, Tree City USA Recognition Friday
The April 24 event features tree planting and giveaways, plus free tree seedlings for residents April 21-24. Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley (black shirt) takes part last year. (Photo: City of Kentwood: Used with Permission)
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Hudsonville Public Schools keep students inside after bear sighting in Georgetown Township
The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Baldwin St. and 42nd Ave. on several reports that came into the Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority of a bear sighting on the morning of April 17. Open for more details.
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Iconic Flowerland garden center closes Wyoming doors, continues to serve community at Alpine and Kentwood locations
The name Flowerland has been synonymous with “garden center” and “personalized service” in the greater Grand Rapids area for the past 77 years. The Flowerland reputation and service remains intact, just within two locations instead of its previous three. (1967 New Flowerland Building. {Photo: Flowerland: Used with Permission})
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