City of Wyoming
Sunday Night Funnies seventh annual Kingpin of Comedy competition begins May 11
The Kingpin of Comedy stand-up comedy show runs weekly from May 11 – Oct. 19 at Spectrum Entertainment Complex in Wyoming.
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“Cinderella’s Ball”: 80 local seniors attend senior prom hosted by Care Resources
Care Resources recently hosted its own “senior prom” for program participants, ages 55 years and older, at its Grand Rapids facility.
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Floyd Mayweather Sr. sparks Siderio Mitchell to first Golden Gloves state title Saturday; East Kentwood boxers keep winning tradition alive
Siderio Mitchell won a state title in the 141-pound Open Division), while two East Kentwood boxers grabbed state championships as well. Look inside for all the results.
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Metro Cruise Dust Off Saturday at the Wyoming Moose Lodge; 200+ show cars
Don’t miss the exciting kickoff to the car cruisin’ season with the Metro Cruise Dust Off Saturday at the Wyoming Moose Lodge. Look inside for more details.
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Local boxing coach knows Golden Gloves inside and out: Take a peek at his La Casa Boxing Club
La Casa Boxing Club Owner Anbrocio Ledesma readies his boxers for the Michigan Golden Gloves State Finals this weekend at Aquinas College. (Photo Courtesy, Jaylah Lewis)
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Boil Water Advisory in place for Kentwood customers on City of Wyoming Water System
The areas of Kentwood under the boil water advisory are east of Division Avenue to Madison Avenue and from the north side of Maplelawn Street to south of Harp Street. Open story for more details.
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Ford International Airport welcomes veterans for Mid-Michigan Honor Flight
Community members are invited to attend the Welcome Home Reception, which is a public event held at the Airport on Wednesday, April 30, at 8:40 p.m., and is an opportunity to greet and thank Veterans for their service.
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884 measles cases confirmed across the United States; Michigan and Kent County health officials react to the arrival
In Michigan, there have been nine confirmed cases of measles, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. (Image Courtesy, pxhere.com)
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Ford International Airport introduces first-ever mascot, Jerry the Jet
Jerry the Jet™ will enhance the airport experience for guests and promote aviation in the community.
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Sunday Night Funnies’ annual Older Americans Month show to feature three local media personalities May 4
The SNF’s Older Americans Month show lineup will feature seven comedians ages 55+ – including a first SNF appearance by Terri DeBoer.
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Wyoming mobile food pantry to be held Monday, April 28
The WHS April Mobile Food Pantry will be held Monday, April 28 from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
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Golden Gloves produces plenty of high-level bouts
Floyd Santiago of the Michigan Golden Gloves Association Gym in Grand Rapids won the 187-pound Elite Novice title after an eight-year layoff from boxing. Look inside for a highlight of the great boxing action that night! (WKTV, Greg Chrapek)
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“There are angels at Mary Free Bed”: Stroke victim shares journey of healing through local rehabilitation center
Wyoming native Carol Jennings suffered a stroke that paralyzed her right side and rendered speech nearly impossible. Mary Free Bed helped Jennings regain her life.
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Emmanuel Hospice shares four conversation starters for advance care planning
It is important to talk with loved ones about your health care wishes and designate someone to make decisions on your behalf when you are no longer able to do so.
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Exercise Snacking: The ‘little bit a lot’ approach to physical activity
Care Resources physical therapist Peter Vander Weide suggests a ‘little bit a lot’ approach to make regular exercise more achievable during aging.
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