City of Kentwood

Summer revs up with Kentwood concerts, farmers market combo

The Kentwood Summer Concert series kicks of June 16 with the farmers market open before the concert gets rocking.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Community members invited to shop local at the Kentwood Farmers Market

The Kentwood Farmers Market opens its eight season on June 16.

By:WKTV Staff

Storytellers weave their tales in third event for WKTV VOICES

In its third installment, The WKTV Voices’ Storyteller event featured an array of real-life tales shared by area residents.

By:Aaron Robbins, WKTV Community Contributor

Navy officially changes status of 13 USS Indianapolis sailors lost during World War II

One of the sailors, Seaman 2nd Class George David Payne, was from Grand Rapids.

By:WKTV Staff

Wyoming, Kentwood prepare to honor fallen soldiers in Memorial Day events

Kentwood’s D.W. Cassard Post will host a parade and program in the morning with Wyoming’s program in the evening.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

City of Kentwood announces summer road projects

The $3.02 million reconstruction, resurfacing and maintenance program is expected to begin in June and be completed by the end of October.

By:WKTV Staff

City of Kentwood celebrating start of summer with Food Truck Festival

Event will take place June 4 and feature food trucks, live music, and beer tent.

By:WKTV Staff

Final users transition to new Kent County Digital Radio System

The final users of the new countywide digital radio system for police, fire and emergency response personnel have transitioned to the system.

By:WKTV Staff

East Kentwood varsity dance team gets noticed nationally

The East Kentwood varsity dance team earned two trophies this winter at the 2022 Dance Team Union National Championship.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Local foster agencies make plea for public assistance during foster home crisis

On Sunday, there will be a workshop at Wyoming High School focused on the foster home need.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Feeding America West Michigan launches new campaign with $2 million gift from Meijer

The campaign aims to raise $6 million for the nonprofit’s new facility to nearly double its food distribution efforts.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Kentwood Department of Public Works to celebrate National Public Works Week with open house

Interactive event with Kent County Road Commission to include up-close look at equipment, hands on activities, live demonstrations, and giveaways

By:City of Kentwood

City of Kentwood’s Bark for the Park set for May 19

Attendees and their canine companions can explore a variety of local pet vendors and community booths, from local pet stores to pet resorts.

By:City of Kentwood

Another way to offer love: Art Legacy helps hospice patients create lasting memories

Art Legacy is designed to encourage self-expression while assisting with symptom management, supporting memories and providing connection.

By:Emmanuel Hospice

A picture perfect day brought the cars out for Metro Cruise’s annual dust off

The parking lot of the Wyoming Moose Lodge was packed this Saturday as car owners and car lovers came out to enjoy some new and old classics.

By:Aaron Robins, WKTV Community Contributor