City of Kentwood

East Kentwood comes out on top at spring break FIRST robotics competition

Wyoming’s Demons made a great showing, coming in as a finalist, along with several other local teams snatching up top honors.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Second storytelling night scheduled at The Stray for April

The second installment of the WKTV Voices Storytelling Projects has been set for April 15.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

City of Kentwood, Georgetown Seniors to host annual ‘Spotlight on Seniors Expo’ April 19

Community members to celebrate successful aging by connecting with resources from as many as 50 vendors, as well as free health screenings.

By:WKTV Staff

It’s a robots rumble as teams gather at East Kentwood High School

After two years away from the battlefield, more than 30 FIRST Robotic teams head to East Kentwood this weekend.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Women’s History Month: Local businesswoman finds passion by taking a trip

A trip to Hawaii and a chance meeting with a local leader in travel lead to Lillian Vander Veen becoming a business owner.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Area residents invited to give input on access to Ford Airport

The Grand Valley Metro Council is asking residents to complete a survey about access and transportation to the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

West Michigan native, Kentwood favorite, singer/songwriter to perform in Kentwood’s final Winter series concert March 31

Nicholas James Thomasma, performing solo, will bring his family-friendly mix of Americana, folk, country, and rock music to town.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributing Writer

Sign of spring: Kentwood to resume brush and leaf drop-off for city residents

Starting April 2, drop-off is available beginning at noon seven days a week through May 27. But there are some rules.

By:WKTV Staff

Robotics competitions kick off at GVSU, WKTV gets ready for E. Kentwood event

Area teams get ready to rumble as they show off their tech skills in popular FIRST robotic competitions.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Three groups face-off for final round of Battle of the Bands

The Friday night event at The Stray Cafe will feature three groups, two from Grand Rapids, and one from Detroit, all with unique, individual sounds.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Spring arrives at Woodland Mall with photos with a fun bunny, special Tea Party

Starting March 26, family photos — with or without bunny — are available. And the special Mad Hatter Tea Party is April 9.

By:WKTV Staff

Photo of the Week: The Founder of Kelloggsville

Kelloggsville was named after Francis William Kellogg who helped to establish the school district.

By:WKTV Journal

Kentwood district court one of three to offer warrant, traffic and parking tickets wavier program

Those with outstanding warrants for non-compliance with court order fines, fees, court costs and any outstanding traffic or parking tickets are eligible for the waiver.

By:WKTV Staff

Kentwood Police Department seeking applicants for ‘earn while you learn’ recruit program

Participants $23 an hour while they attend an approved police training program, as well as the cost of training.

By:WKTV Staff

West Michigan Aviation Academy advances to state Science Olympiad competition

The Aviators were one of six high school teams to advance to the state competition which is April 30.

By:WKTV Staff