City of Wyoming
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)
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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)
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“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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Ricky LaDuke takes checkered flag in feature race last Saturday at Berlin
In the inaugural race of the new series at Berlin, the drivers gave the crowd plenty to cheer about. While the Newmans were the big names in the race, it was Ricky LaDuke, a mainstay at Kalamazoo Speedway, who came away with the checkered flag. (Photo: WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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East Kentwood students share family immigration stories at special event May 13 at Grand Rapids Public Museum
East Kentwood junior Kris Hmung said this project brought him closer to his family and taught him things about his history that he was not aware of. (WKTV/Lillian Reiner)
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