City of Kentwood
Roosevelt Diggs brings a melting pot of American music to Thursday’s Kentwood Summer Concert Series
A versatile band, Roosevelt Diggs blends country, blues, rock and roll, folk and blue grass into a melting pot of true Americana music. (Photo Courtesy, Jeff Brinn)
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Celebrate National Night Out with Kentwood on Tuesday, Aug. 5
National Night Out is an annual event celebrated across the country that seeks to promote community-police partnerships and encourage residents to connect with their neighbors, community leaders and local police and fire personnel. It also features appearances by superheroes, face painting, balloon twisting, a photo station and giveaways.
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Mobile food pantry schedule for Kent County, July 21-Aug. 19
Open for a list of mobile food pantry locations open to the community. Each listing consists of date, time, location and drive-thru or walk-thru designation.
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Sunchaser to showcase musical diversity at Thursday’s Kentwood Summer Concert Series
A band of veteran musicians from the West Michigan area that formed in 2021, Sunchaser is a five-piece group that plays a wide variety of musical styles from rock to country, blues, R & B and more. (Photo Courtesy, Sunchaser)
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Updated Consumers Energy policy unlocks more energy bill assistance for those in need
Consumers Energy helps income-qualified customers access additional State Emergency Relief funds – providing up to $500 in support per utility service.
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Air quality advisory (AQI Orange) extended through July 14 in West Michigan
Due to wildfire smoke originating from Canada, the air quality in West Michigan is currently considered unhealthy for sensitive groups, according to AirNow and AccuWeather sites.
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Lyme disease cases up 168% over five years in Michigan: How to avoid tick bites
In general, infected ticks must be attached for more than 24 hours to transmit infection; prompt tick removal can prevent transmission. For more info on ticks and avoiding them, open this story. (Blacklegged tick. Photo Courtesy, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
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MHSAA: A century of school sports
A primary mission of the MHSAA’s 100-year anniversary has been to connect today’s athletes, administrators, coaches, game officials and spectators with their roles in the ever-growing story of school sports in Michigan.
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Celtic band On The Lash up next in Kentwood Summer Concert Series; July 10
The sweet sound of traditional Celtic music will create an atmosphere of Saint Patrick’s Day in the middle of summer as the Kentwood Summer Concert Series welcomes On The Lash to the stage Thursday night.
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Kentwood Police investigate stabbing at City Line Apartments July 5
A male victim was located nearby with a serious, but non-life-threatening stab wound to the leg. He was treated at a local hospital.
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Mel Trotter Ministries partners with Catherine’s Health Center to expand clinic services to shelter guests
Catherine’s Health Center is now offering full-time medical care at Mel Trotter Ministries.
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A fun, eventful July planned for the City of Kentwood
Kentwood’s Fourth of July Celebration kicks off a fun, eventful month. Be sure to check out all the cool upcoming events in July!
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Kentwood Police investigate shooting Wednesday at Jaycee Park
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kentwood Police Department at 616-656-6580. Click open for more details.
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