City of Kentwood
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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High school students invited to apply for Kentwood Police Department Youth Academy; deadline extended to June 15
The Kentwood Police Department’s Youth Academy takes place July 24-27.
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Grand River Prep senior Jacob Pewee lighting up the track, uplifting his teammates
Grand River Prep’s Jacob Pewee recently won the 100-meter dash and long jump at his conference championship. He also broke the school record in the 100m and 200m.
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Senior Expo returns to the Meijer Gardens
A variety of local organizations will participate in the Michigan Senior Expo which will come to the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture May 24.
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Kevin Brewster Quartet performs on WKTV Jazz Works show
The quartet performed recently on the WKTV Jazz Works show in our studio. Look inside for the entire show.
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Local man’s memoir features never heard stories of WWII 1st Infantry Division
Grand Valley State University Professor James Smither recently published the memoir or Grand Rapids resident and infantryman Joe Olexa.
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