City of Kentwood

Hospice surfaces as special gift on Mother’s Day

Emmanuel Hospice helps families collect and share memories, bringing more meaning to those special celebrations such as Mother’s Day.

By:Emmanuel Hospice

KDL hosts free preview of Ebony Road Players’ ‘Alabama Story’

A play about the 1950s Alabama controversy to ban a book focuses a lens on to topic of banning books and the freedom to read.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributor

Kentwood, Wyoming show off their big trucks during Public Works open houses

The public works departments of both the cities of Wyoming (May 15) and Kentwood (May 18) will be hosting open houses next week.

By:Tessa Schulz, WKTV Contributor

East Kentwood boys lacrosse team making big strides

Currently at 8-7, the Falcons are hoping to win their final three games to finish with the most wins in a season in program history.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Kentwood to host Bark for the Park May 18 to benefit Kellogg Woods Dog Park

The free annual event will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 275 Kellogg Woods Park Drive SE.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Wyoming investigates crash, Sheriff recovers stolen vechiles

Wyoming police investigate an early morning crash and Kent County Sheriff’s Department reminds everyone to not store valuables in their cars.

By:WKTV Staff

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