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Authentic Rock ‘n’ Roll: American Rust performs live at Wyoming Concerts in the Park on June 23

American Rust’s brand of middle-of-America rustbelt rock is a little more rock ‘n’ roll than country, while still heavily established in heartland and Midwestern musical traditions.(Photo: City of Wyoming/American Rust: Used with Permission)

By:Deborah Reed, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

West Michigan programs receive nearly $60,000 in grants to clean up streams and monitor water quality 

Volunteers help clean up Ottawa County streams in May 2026. (Photo: Ottawa County Water Resources: Used with Permission)

By:Ruth Thornton, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

UPDATE: Person identified in Wyoming Police Department investigation into human remains found in Grand River

Photo off Indian Mounds Drive on the Grand River in Wyoming, Mich. (WKTV/Tom Norton)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Ty Majeski captures first Money in the Bank win Wednesday at Berlin

Ty Majeski has won plenty of big Late Model races during his career, but coming away with a big win at Berlin Raceway was something that has eluded the 2024 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion. (Photo: WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

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

Wyoming FREE Concerts in the Park Lineup featuring Kanin Wren: Taylor Swift Experience, MexiCuba and more!

Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy free live music, food trucks and family-friendly fun on select Tuesdays throughout the summer beginning on June 16. CLICK OPEN for the entire schedule.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV News Today updates the West Nile Virus; check out our interview with the Kent County Health Department

CLICK OPEN this story for a News Today interview with Sara Simmonds of the Kent County Health Department, where she updates us on the presence of West Nile virus in the Grand Rapids area and talks about ticks and Lyme disease as well.

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

NASCAR stars Carson Hocevar, Erik Jones headline Money in the Bank race at Berlin Raceway 

Veteran Wyoming driver Brian Campbell is looking to win the Money in the Bank race for a third time on Wednesday. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today, greer@wktv.org

61st District Court Amnesty Program to resolve warrants and waive late fees and penalties

This program provides individuals with an opportunity to settle their old court financial obligations and pay the original amount of the ticket or financial assessment. It waives late fees, bench warrant fees, and show cause fees for those who qualify. (Photo: Public Domain. Free for personal and commercial use. pxhere.com)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

“CHIHULY at Meijer Gardens” exhibition reveals intimate look into artist’s vision; features decades of groundbreaking art

Presented by Macatawa Bank and running until Nov. 1, 2026, CHIHULY features works of nationally acclaimed artist Dale Chihuly across the 158-acre outdoor landscapes of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. (WKTV/Deborah Reed/2026)

By:Deborah Reed, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

American Red Cross blood drives return to RiverTown Crossings on June 12 and June 26

Donors who give blood between June 1 and June 28 will receive a $15 e‑gift card and be entered for a chance to win a $7,500 prize. (Photo: RiverTown Crossings: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

West Michigan Veterans & Family Resource and Empowerment Gathering June 14 at Hero’s/Shero’s Corner Kentwood

The event, held from 4 to 7 p.m., is a new quarterly gathering to strengthen, support and inform the veteran community and their families in West Michigan. (Logo: Michigan Women Veterans Empowerment: Used with Permission)

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

Local siblings share tragedy of losing brother on USS Indianapolis during WWII

Editor’s Note: WKTV is reposting this unique, local story in honor of Seaman 2nd Class George David Payne and all the United States veterans. The USS Indianapolis sank on July 30, 1945, after being struck by two Japanese torpedoes. USS Indianapolis in its prime. (Photo: U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command Archives: Used with Permission)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org, May 23, 2025

Poster contest, street sweeper, bucket truck; some highlights from Wyoming Public Works Open House

Third graders from around Kent County received awards for the caution signs they designed at the Open House. (WKTV/Lillian Reiner)

By:Lillian Reiner, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

It’s “No Mow May,” but experts question its benefit for Michigan bees

“There’s no strong evidence that No Mow May really benefits wild bees,” said Logan Rowe, conservation associate with the Michigan Natural Features Inventory. “There are many other ways that will have a greater impact on native bee populations and communities.” (Rusty patched bumble bees are federally endangered. Photo: Cal Robinson, USFWS. Public Domain)

By:Ruth Thornton, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Navy veteran and longtime UM Health-West volunteer Pete Zimmer celebrates 99th birthday

The Navy veteran, who served in both World War II and the Korean War, has logged 2,000 volunteer hours with UM Health-West. (Photo: WKTV/Owen Herzenstiel)

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