City of Kentwood

Pine Rest, Spectrum South to be added to bus route

Starting Aug. 29, The Rapid’s Route 10 on south Clyde Park will change, adding stops to Pine Rest and Spectrum Health Pavilion South.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Grand Rapids’ Sweet Adelines join the DreamWheels TV show

The popular local chorus group will join some rare classic cars on the red carpet for the annual classic car production produced by WKTV.

By:Colleen Pierson, WKTV Community Contributor

Teeing off with the Kentwood Adaptive Golf League

Ryan Luchies prepares for a shot during the Kentwood Adaptive Golf League on Tuesday nights at the Scott Lake Golf & Practice Center.

By:Zach Fanko, WKTV Contributing Writer

How to give input on Ford Airport traffic study

The Grand Valley Metro Council is seeking input from residents on possible improvements to the traffic flow at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.

By:By Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Kentwood to host first-ever Children’s Power Wheels Derby on Saturday, Aug. 20

By WKTV Staff Kentwood will host its first-ever Power Wheels Derby for children ages 1-7 on Saturday, Aug. 20.   The friendly races will begin [Read More]

By:WKTV Staff

Salvation Army Kroc Center hosts free block party

The Salvation Army Kroc Center will host the free event on Friday, Aug. 19, at its facility located off of Division Avenue near 28th Street.

By:WKTV Staff

Back-to-back titles for South Christian soccer this fall?

The South Christian boys soccer team poses with its Division 3 state championship trophy last fall.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Woodland Mall shines spotlight on black-owned businesses in August showcase

About 15 locally black-owned business will be featured this Saturday at the mall, offering an array of items from cosmetics to clothing.

By:Sheila McGrath, WKTV Contributing Writer

Kentwood Leisure Club offers weekly recreation for members with disabilities

Kentwood Leisure Club members making cookies at the Kentwood Activities Center.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributing Writer

Kentwood’s Senior Strong Fitness class quadruples, offers elders an active lifestyle

The Senior Strong Fitness class at Kentwood Parks and Rec shows their muscles.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributing Writer

Kentwood city official hired as Kent County second deputy county administrator

Kentwood deputy city administrator Mark Rambo was hired by Kent County as the second deputy county administrator.

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood voters approve funding for parks, trails and recreational improvements

Kentwood voters approved a permanent dedicated millage that provides funding to improve the parks, trails and recreational facilities and programming on Tuesday.

By:WKTV Staff

The Moxie Strings perform Aug. 4 as part of Kentwood Summer Concert Series

The Moxie Strings perform at 7 p.m. Aug. 4 behind Kentwood City Hall as part of the Kentwood Summer Concert Series.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Gonzo’s Top 5: Dragon boat races, summer concerts, garden tours, and much more

Dragon boat races are one of many features at the family-friendly Global Water Fest on Saturday, July 30 at Canal Park in Grand Rapids. (Courtesy)

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Discover Tasty Gyro Coney Island: Your taste buds will thank you

“An explosion of flavors from all over the world,” WKTV’s John Gonzalez stops by the Tasty Gyro Coney Island in Kentwood.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer