City of Kentwood
Local food pantries overwhelmed; filling in during SNAP challenges
It’s a tenuous time packed with uncertainty, but for the roughly 42 million Americans who use SNAP monthly, it may be time to look towards your local food pantries with grace. (SNAP- Key Statistics and Research). Open this story for a list of West Michigan food pantries. (Photo Courtesy, Kids’ Food Basket)
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Proper Beverage Co. boosts production capacity and capabilities with new Kentwood facility; initially creating 100 new jobs
Expected to begin operations in mid-2026, the facility is designed to operate with a capacity of 225 million cans per year. (Photo Courtesy, Proper Beverage Co.)
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East Kentwood gets revenge over Hudsonville, brings home regional championship Saturday
Falcon senior QB Kayd Coffman completed 21-of-32 passes for 272 yards and two touchdowns, and ran the ball 12 times for 210 yards and three touchdowns. (Photo Courtesy, Falcon News Network)
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Local drop-off locations open for Operation Christmas Child Nov. 17-24
Volunteers are collecting Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts at nearly 5,000 drop-off locations across the country during National Collection Week, Nov. 17–24.
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City of Kentwood launches annual Holiday Giving Programs
In its ninth year, organized by City Treasurer Laurie Sheldon, the Adopt-A-Child initiative supports students at Kentwood Public Schools who are experiencing homelessness. Open this story for more details on this and other Kentwood Holiday Giving Programs. (Photo Courtesy, City of Kentwood)
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Family Caregivers make up 15% of Michigan’s population; new data shines spotlight on the challenges
There are 1.6 million adults in Michigan serving as family caregivers, according to Jason Lachowski, Associate State Director of Government Affairs for AARP of Michigan. (Photo Courtesy, pxhere.com)
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GM’s Grand Rapids Plant awards $75,000 in Community Impact Grants to three local nonprofits
The Greater Wyoming Community Resource Alliance receives a GM Community Impact Grant to support road safety.
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Give back, celebrate and shop at Woodland Mall this Holiday Season
Woodland Mall is kicking off the holiday season this month with charitable giving opportunities, photos with Santa, special shopping deals and other festive events for visitors.
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Consumers Energy Foundation provides $250,000 to support emergency food delivery
The CEF grant will support home delivery of nutritionally balanced, protein-rich, shelf-stable food boxes to households with seniors, people with disabilities and children.
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East Kentwood scores 49 points for third straight week in district title win; open story for great video highlights
East Kentwood quarterback Kayd Coffman had an impressive game completing 16-of-22 passes for 372 yards and five touchdowns and rushing for 96 yards on nine carries. (WKTV, Greg Chrapek)
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Mobile food pantry schedule for Kent County, Nov. 10 – Dec. 10
A list of Kent County organizations hosting mobile food pantries Nov. 10 – Dec. 10
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Local Veterans Day events honor those who served our country
Find a list of local Veterans Day events happening Tuesday, Nov. 11.
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Local hospice nurse case manager enhances quality of life for Emmanuel Hospice patients
Brittany Rickert uses both clinical and emotional support skills in her diverse role as hospice case manager to walk alongside patients on their end-of-life journey.
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Signs your aging loved one needs support while maintaining independence
Support is available for families noticing concerns in aging loved ones this holiday season that can help them continue living safely in their own home.
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Kentwood Police charge physical therapist with criminal sexual conduct
The alleged assaults occurred at a local Corewell Health Facility between Jan. 1 through April 1. The victim, a female from the City of Grand Rapids, was seeing her physical therapist for routine scheduled treatments when the alleged assaults occurred.
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