City of Kentwood

Police blog: Wyoming makes arrest, Kentwood investigates shooting

Wyoming police make an arrest in Aug. 30 homicide, finding suspect in Mexico. Kentwood police investigate Sept. 9 shooting.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

South Christian improves to 3-0 with 51-12 win over Ottawa Hills

The Sailors used a ground game and great special teams play to beat Ottawa Hills Friday.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

East Kentwood shuts out Grand Haven 42-0 in OK Red action

Wide receiver Razah Townsend had 45 receiving yards and a touchdown in a 42-0 win over Grand Haven.

By:Zach Fanko, WKTV Contributing Writer

Food, fun and live music featured at Kentwood Food Truck Festival on Sept. 17

The event, which is free admission, features 32 vendors, live music and a beer and wine tent.

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood adult beach volleyball leagues attract all experience levels

Four competition-grade beach volleyball courts, located at 5068 Breton Ave. SE near the Kentwood Department of Public Works facility, are home to the Kentwood Adult Beach Volleyball Leagues.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributing Writer

Ford International Airport to host Runway 5K on Saturday, Sept. 24

Ford International Airport is holding its annual Runway 5K and one-mile fun run on Saturday, Sept. 24. This year’s charity partner is Kids’ Food Basket.

By:WKTV Staff

Community invited to Kentwood’s The Vibe Fundraiser for Adaptive Recreation Sept. 8

Funds raised at The Vibe will go toward purchasing new equipment for Kentwood’s many adaptive recreation programs like waterskiing, held earlier this summer at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin.

By:WKTV Staff

Strength training key in South Christian’s 42-7 win over Grand Rapids Christian

South Christian outmuscled visiting Grand Rapids Christian Friday night. (File photo of the Sailors winning their second straight district championship with a 38-14 victory over Hastings.)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

28th Street Metro Cruise revs in for the weekend

This Friday and Saturday are made for cruising as the 28th Street Metro Cruise takes over the Miracle Mile with cars and lots of activities.

By:WKTV Staff

Activities, tours planned at GM plant as part of Metro Cruise

The Futurliner will be at Wyoming’s GM Component Holdings plant, which will be hosting tours, a job fair, and activities during Metro Cruise.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Tremendous times ahead; high school football is back this week

Get ready for high school football. The season opens this week on Thursday and Friday, Aug. 25 and 26. Look inside for all the details.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Local team to help others with school supply giveaway

The Grand Valley Christian Patriots will host a school supply giveaway open to all students in need tomorrow (Aug. 24) at Blue’s Gym.

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood Farmers Market Charcuterie Challenge returns Thursday, Aug. 25

A contestant prepares her board during last year’s Kentwood Farmers Market Charcuterie Challenge.

By:WKTV Staff

Kent County campaign aims to raise immunization rates

This month, the Kent County Health Department announced a new campaign to encourage residents and families to get their children immunized.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Kentwood Parks and Rec holds adaptive waterskiing clinic at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin

Kentwood Parks and Rec hosted an adaptive waterskiing and tubing clinic last Friday at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin in Middleville.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributing Writer