City of Kentwood

Between Rosie the Riveter and Sons of the American Revolution, Marine Corps vet Eric Winters is deeply connected to history

Eric Winters and his son James are not only Sons of the American Revolution, but also belong to the American Rosie the Riveter Association.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley wins fourth term

Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley was elected to serve a fourth term after defeating challenger Monica Sparks, who’s in her fourth term as a Kent County Commissioner (District 12).

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

Kent District Library accepting nominations for KDL Literacy Champion Award

The Literacy Champion Award will go to one individual and one organization who has demonstrated leadership and exceptional achievement in advancing reading.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Unity over division: iCI Nation Gala unites local officials, police and business owners through a lens of value

150+ people attended the annual iCI Nation Gala to celebrate local protectors while supporting the mission to unite citizens, police officers and organizational resources to create a stronger and healthier city.

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Managing Editor, deborah@wktv.org

Four area football teams begin playoffs Friday; Check out all the details inside!

Click open this story to read all the great details and coach comments about the following local teams that qualified for the MHSAA state playoffs: Godwin Heights, Kelloggsville, East Kentwood and South Christian.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

CHECK THIS OUT: Watch our latest WKTV Friday Night Highlights show of the season (10-24-25)

Don’t miss these new and exciting WKTV Friday Night Highlights from local football games! OPEN HERE!

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor/Sports Director, greer@wktv.org

CONGRATS to local football teams: East Kentwood, Godwin Heights, Kelloggsville and South Christian for making the state playoffs

Take a look inside to see who these four area football teams play, when and where. (Photo Courtesy, pxhere.com)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor/Sports Director, greer@wktv.org

Marine Corps Birthday Ball to celebrate 250th anniversary; local nonprofit seeks donations for Nov. 10 event at DeVos Place

Marine Corps veteran and Birthday Ball organizer Eric Winters with skywritten smiley face above him at the Muskegon Air Show. (Photo Courtesy, Eric Winters)

By:Adam Brown, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

CHECK THIS OUT: Watch our latest WKTV Friday Night Highlights show of the season (10-17-25)

Don’t miss these new and exciting WKTV Friday Night Highlights from local football games! OPEN HERE!

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor/Sports Director, greer@wktv.org

Davenport  football cruises in Motor City, beats Wayne State 49-14

Four scores from running back Cephus Harris combined with a revived passing attack led Davenport to victory over Wayne State Saturday. (Cephus Harris, Photo Courtesy WSU Athletics)

By:Bill Rohn, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Ford International Airport voted Best Small Airport in the Country by USA Today

The panel consisted of editors from USA TODAY and 10Best.com, expert contributors and industry sources.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Police to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Oct. 25 

The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kentwood Police Department, 4742 Walma Ave. SE. KPD will collect tablets, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in its original container.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

CHECK THIS OUT: Watch our latest WKTV Friday Night Highlights show of the season (10-10-25)

Don’t miss these new and exciting WKTV Friday Night Highlights from local football games! OPEN HERE!

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor/Sports Director, greer@wktv.org

Hudsonville squeaks past East Kentwood with touchdown on final play of game

It was a showdown for first place in the OK Red Friday when East Kentwood traveled to Hudsonville. The contest lived up to all the hype and then some as the Eagles edged the Falcons 43-42. (Photo Courtesy, Eli Reed)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Mobile food pantry schedule for Kent County, Oct. 11 – Nov. 7

Wyoming-Kentwood area organizations hosting mobile food pantries Oct. 11 – Nov. 7

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Managing Editor, deborah@wktv.org