City of Kentwood

East Kentwood earns crucial 29-20 win over Hudsonville; keeps playoff hopes alive

The Falcons stayed alive in their playoff hunt with the win over Hudsonville.

By:Zach Fanko, WKTV Contributor

South Christian beats Kenowa Hills 37-7; needs one more win for a perfect 9-0 regular season

South Christian QB Jake DeHaan in an earlier game this season. Once again, he led the way for the Sailors. (Courtesy, Eric Walstra)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

For local robotics event, its about showing girls they ‘can do it’

The recent Grand Rapids Girls Robotics Competition is about showcasing that girls can be successful and have fun in science and math fields.

By:Jodi Miesen, WKTV Contributor

East Kentwood golfer Elise Fennell excels on and off the course

East Kentwood golfer Elise Fennell has finished twice in the top 10 in Division 1 and currently has a 3.99 GPA.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Kentwood seeks donations for Little Free Pantry

Kentwood’s Little Free Pantry, which operates year-round, provides food to community members in need.

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood’s Lacks to host career fair Oct. 18 and 19

Lacks Enterprise, Inc. will be hosting a Career Fair Oct. 18 and 19 fill a variety of open positions at its Grand Rapids and Kentwood facilities.

By:WKTV Staff

We the People: State House of Representatives

In the November election, the residents of Wyoming and Kentwood will help decide who will be the next to serve in three state House of Representatives seats.

By:WKTV Staff

We the People 2022: 29th District State Senate

Two familiar state candidates, Tommy Brann and Winnie Brinks, will face-off for the 29th District State Senate seat for the Nov. 8 election.

By:WKTV Staff

East Kentwood edges West Ottawa 14-6 in defensive struggle

East Kentwood keeps its playoff hopes alive with a 14-6 win over West Ottawa.

By:Zach Fanko, WKTV Contributor

South Christian stays undefeated by edging Wayland 21-14, Jake DeHaan gets three TDs

South Christian quarterback Jake DeHaan had one touchdown in the air and two on the ground for the Sailors.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Kentwood’s annual Trunk or Treat features candy, costumes and fun on Oct. 22

The free event takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Department of Public Works, 5068 Breton Ave. SE.

By:WKTV Staff

Viewpond Banquet Hall celebrates delayed ribbon cutting ceremony after pandemic

Viewpond Banquet Hall held a ribbon cutting ceremony and announced two charities for donations. From left, Kentwood City Commissioner Bob Coughlin, Viewpond Banquet Hall Co-Owners Amit Verma and Ajay Chhabra, Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley, Kentwood City Commissioner Clarkston Morgan.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Kentwood Public Schools receive two honors

The Kentwood Public Schools recently received two awards recognizing the district’s commitment to its school and community at large.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

The Rapid joins with Spectrum, Meijer to host job fair

Job fair showcases jobs available at The Rapid as well as such places as Spectrum and Meijer, which has places connected to the transportation system.

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood police seek information on stolen vehicle with 2-year-old

The Kentwood police is seeking information on a car that was stolen iOct. 4 that had a child in the backseat. The child has been safely returned to the parents.

By:WKTV Staff