City of Kentwood
Next Mr. Sid’s Video Series will focus on the people behind the presidents
In honor of President’s Day, which is Feb. 21, the presentation will focus on the wives of three presidents and the sacrifices they made for their husbands.
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Kentwood’s annual Freeze Fest Disc Golf Tournament, benefitting Little Free Pantry, set for Feb. 19
Disc golfers of all skill levels are invited to join the best-shot doubles competition at Jaycee Park, 1088 Gentian Drive SE.
By:Three West Michigan nonprofits partner on new initiative serving boys, young men of color
We Matter Now is focused on closing the education, wellness, and financial achievement for Black and Brown youth.
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Spring is coming as John Ball Zoo announces annual hiring event
The John Ball Zoo’s annual hiring event is set for Thursday, Feb. 10 at the zoo’s ballroom.
By:Watch for it — Ford International Airport to have commercial run on Super Bowl LVI telecast
The entertainment and sports world — and an estimated 1 million West Michigan viewers — will be focused on their televisions this Sunday.
By:City of Kentwood announces return of Winter Concert Series’ eclectic musical/food truck lineup
The first concert is Feb. 17. And if you can’t make one, WKTV will record all concerts and will replay them on cable, streaming and on-demand.
By:What can be recycled in Kent County, and how to do it — COVID-19 at-home tests
We asked the Kent County Department of Public Works to find out what to do with the various parts of COVID-19 home test kits.
By:Grant supports ‘farm to cafeteria’ movement
State-run grant program is helping to connect local schools to Michigan farmers for fresh, home-grown produce. Applications for the program are now open until Feb. 11.
By:Guiding Light opens an ‘Iron House’ in Kentwood as part of growing addiction recovery program
The Grand Rapids non-profit helps men struggling with addiction and homelessness to return to society, including using its Iron House sober-living apartments.
By:Local non-profit Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services launches capital campaign
The fundraising will allow D&HHS to become part of a large non-profit center at the old South Christian school on 68th Street.
By:WKTV Voices brings live storytelling to the Wyoming, Kentwood communities
About 13 local residents have signed up to participate in the first WKTV Voices’ Storytelling Project which will be at The Stray Cafe on Feb. 24.
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Kentwood’s Valentine’s Dash 5K, to benefit Little Free Pantry, set for Feb. 12
Valentine’s Day-themed costumes are encouraged and, while intended to be a fun run, the race will be timed and awards given.
By:Chamber celebrates local businesses as it has its first annual meeting in two years
It was an evening of celebrations as the Wyoming Kentwood Area Chamber of Commerce recognized local businesses and honored former president and CEO Bob O’Callaghan.
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