City of Kentwood

Kentwood and Hanger Clinic to host annual Hanger Limb Loss Awareness 5K April 29

A photo from last year’s Hanger Limb Loss Awareness 5K. (Courtesy, City of Kentwood)

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood to celebrate Arbor Day with community event and tree seedling giveaway April 28

A photo from last year’s Arbor Day event in Kentwood. (Photo Courtesy, City of Kentwood)

By:WKTV Staff

State Rep. Skaggs pushes for redesign of state’s flag

Rep. Phil Skaggs said he believes that a redesigned flag would better reflect how unique Michigan is along with bringing Michigan residents together.

By:Andrew Roth, Capital News Service

Kentwood, Wyoming police to host Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 22 

The annual spring Drug Take Back Program will be on Earth Day, April 22, with Kentwood and Wyoming police along with U of M Health West participating.

By:By WKTV Staff

Golden Gloves: Junior Rios looking to cap amateur career in a big way

Local fighter Junior Rios (second from left) is aiming for a fifth state title this year and is carrying on the legacy of the Wyoming Pride gym that included from left: Coach Alex Fernandez, Junior, Coach Anbrocio Ledesma and Coach Dominic Marsiglia.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Care Resources promotes healthy independence for West Michigan seniors

Care Resources is making “aging at home” an easier option for seniors by providing a number of services including day center programs.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributor

Pure Michigan updating brand to reach younger audiences

The state’s Pure Michigan tourism campaign gets a fresh, modern look that includes highlighting West Michigan and its businesses.

By:Andrew Roth Capital News Service

Spotlight on Seniors Expo set for this month

The annual event, set for April 18, focuses on connecting the community with senior-focused resources.

By:WKTV Staff

Upcoming forum looks at the future of mobility in West Michigan

A Kent County Transportation Forum will be held Monday at the Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports and Inclusion Center.

By:WKTV Staff

East Kentwood hosts annual FIRST robotics competition

Area teams build more than just robots, but life skills and a community that reaches beyond the competition on the field.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributor

Localized flooding possible over next 48 hours

The National Weather Service is expecting several rivers to be at, or near flood stage, by the end of the day on Friday, April 7.

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department earns two state awards

From Left: Ann Przybysz, recreation program coordinator, Kentwood Parks and Rec; Clay Summers, executive director, mParks; Katelyn Bush, recreation program coordinator, Kentwood Parks and Rec, holds one of the awards.

By:WKTV Staff

Michigan Golden Gloves Championships begin 91st tournament; Opening night April 1 at West Catholic High School

Local boxer junior Rios will be one of the top open division boxers to watch at this year’s Championships.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Friday Night Highlights Special Edition: Host Zach Fanko interviews Tri-unity and South Christian teams after both finish second in state

Take a look at our boys basketball state finals special edition of WKTV Friday Night Highlights, where host Zach Fanko interviews Tri-unity and South Christian coaches and players.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

East Kentwood boys basketball team and Coach Thomas turn things around; OK Red and district champs

The Falcons pose with their district trophy after defeating Byron Center. East Kentwood also claimed the OK Red title this season. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor