City of Kentwood

County’s Swap Shop gives second life to household products

By repurposing such items as brake fluid and drain cleaners, residents can save money and help reduce the impact on the environment.

By:Adam Brown, WKTV Contributor

Kentwood Winter Concert Series begins Jan. 19 with food trucks

The Kevin Brewster Trio will perform a variety of jazz music on Feb. 16 as part of the Winter Concert Series.

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood welcomes Shay Gallagher as Deputy City Administrator

Gallagher will oversee a variety of City operations with the mayor to support the City’s mission and vision.

By:WKTV Staff

“1-2 punch” combine for 50 points to lead South Christian over Byron Center

Carson Vis (pictured) knocks down 28 points in the win and teammate Jake Vermaas adds 22. (Courtesy, Eric Walstra)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Local county commissioners selected for leadership roles

Commissioner Emily Brieve was elected as vice chair and commissioner Dan Burrill was named to chair to the Legislative and Human Resources Committee.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

KDL’s ‘Let It Snow’ adult reading program returns

The popular reading program returns, running Jan. 3 to March 31, with the opportunity for participants to win a Kindle Scribe.

By:WKTV Staff

More than a million in scholarships available to area students

Area students have until March 1 to apply for some of the scholarships, totaling over a $1 million, available through the Grand Rapids Community Foundation.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

OK Gold champion South Christian girls basketball team hoping for another run

South Christian will lean on senior Ashley Raredon this season. (Courtesy, South Christian)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Kentwood offers tree and string light recycling to residents

The tree and string light drop-off services are available from Dec. 27 through Jan. 31. (pxhere.com)

By:WKTV Staff

Through the storm, plows will be working to keep streets clear

As the snow moves through West Michigan, snowplow teams at both the cities of Kentwood and Wyoming prepare and plan for clearing the streets.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Four simple steps to recognize depression and prevent suicide

If you or someone you know needs someone to talk to, call 988 to speak with a professional who can help.

By:Jessica Jones, Communications Director, Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan

Tips on how to avoid online scammers

Those deals that are too good to be true probably are as scammers ratchet up a notch, targeting shoppers during the holidays.

By:Tessa Schultz, WKTV Contributor

Aviators start strong, beat host Kalamazoo Christian 77-61

Junior Luke Riebel led West Michigan Aviation Academy with 25 points in the win.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Kentwood’s Vintage + More owner related to Yankees standout from the early 1900s

New store owner Kate Kemperman has deep roots in West Michigan.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributor

Going home for the holidays; busy times at Ford International Airport

Gerald R. Ford International Airport is approaching record-breaking travel numbers similar to 2019.

By:WKTV Staff