City of Kentwood

Kentwood Announces Summer Road Projects on nearly 28 miles of roads

Work is expected to begin this month and be completed by the end of October on the $9.7 million reconstruction, resurfacing and maintenance program.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Trinity Health first in the area to offer Aquablation Therapy

The new image-guided, heat-free therapy offers long-lasting relief and fewer irreversible complications.

By:Maggie Carey, WKTV Contributor

Meet Ray, an advocate for special needs pets

A regular at the Happy Cat Cafe, Ray, who belongs to Fig and Friends founder Julie Beukema, is teaching others about special needs pets.

By:Janet Vormittag, WKTV Contributor

Kentwood elected officials celebrate National Law Day with Q&A and panel discussion Monday

Judge Amanda Sterkenburg (left) talks to DCA/Magistrate Michele White during National Law Day.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributor

Area school districts get individual proposals approved

Voters approved renewals of non-residential operation millages for Kelloggsville and Grandville and a supplemental millage for Caledonia.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Long distance bus lines expand in Grand Rapids

Starting in April, FlixBus adds routes for Muskegon and Chicago and Megabus will be connecting Grand Rapids to 26 Michigan cities.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Two suspects charged in separate shooting incidences

Two suspects involved with separate shooting incidences in the City of Kentwood were arraigned today on charges in the 62B District Court.

By:WKTV Staff

The Joe Show must go on, but new camera operator needed to make it happen

For the past several years, Joe DeJong has been showcasing the abilities of all and is looking for help to keep his show going.

By:Sheila McGrath, WKTV Contributing Writer

Victims of crime remembered at candlelight vigil

The Greater Grand Rapids community came together last week to honor and remember those who have lost their lives in violent crime.

By:McKenna Peariso, WKTV Contributor

Aviation Academy students connect with International Space Station astronaut

Astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi juggles items in the International Space Station. While orbiting overhead, Neyadi answered students questions last Thursday. (Courtesy, NASA)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

East Kentwood’s Lacey-Pierce one of several area boxing champs at Michigan Golden Gloves finals Saturday

Lacey-Pierce (left), a 2017 East Kentwood grad, won a decision against Jason Jackson in the 165-pound Elite Open division final.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Learn about recycling, reducing waste in honor of Earth Day

A variety of learning opportunities on waste reduction available at Kent County Department of Public Works.

By:Steve Faber, Kent County Department of Public Works

Kentwood Community Cleanup Day May 6

Residents can drop off yard waste, trash and general debris for disposal and electronics for recycling from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kentwood Department of Public Works, 5068 Breton Ave.

By:WKTV Staff

Kelloggsville seeks renewal of non-homestead, impacts businesses, second homes

Residents in the Kelloggsville Public Schools are being asked to renew the district’s non-residential operating millage which is 13% of the district’s budget.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

April busy as sheriff office investigates vehicle break ins, arrest five in car chase

After recent car break-ins, The Kent County Sheriff Department is reminding area residents to not leave valuables in their vehicles .

By:WKTV Staff