City of Wyoming

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 George David Payne and all the United States veterans.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Shop Small, Support Big: Shop and dine small at local businesses on Saturday, Nov. 25

Support local Wyoming and Kentwood businesses by shopping and dining small Nov. 25.

By:SBA, Geri Sanchez Aglipay and Laketa Henderson

Draft of Five-Year Master Plan for Wyoming parks available for review

City of Wyoming shares draft of the Five-Year Master Plan for City parks – and requests community feedback.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Ford Airport anticipates record-breaking Thanksgiving week; 154,000 passengers expected through Nov. 27

Some top Thanksgiving destinations are New York, Orlando, Clearwater/Tampa and Punta Gorda. (Photo Courtesy, pxhere.com)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Wrap up and get festive! Wyoming Parks & Recreation Department to host Wrap Up Wyoming holiday event Dec. 1

A new holiday event highlights giving back as Wyoming rings in the holiday season.

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

Don’t miss WKTV’s 23rd Annual Turkey Bowl on Thanksgiving Day!

If you missed a WKTV Game of the Week, or want to watch one again, be sure to see our 23rd Annual Turkey Bowl with 14 hours of local high school football replays on Thanksgiving Day.

By:Cris Greer, greer@wktv.org

Kindness Unwrapped: Woodland Mall celebrates holiday season with charitable activities and festive events

Santa will take photos with guests and listen to holiday wishes Nov. 18 through Dec. 24. Look inside for more festive events and charitable opportunities.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Wyoming Fire Department investigates garage fire

A well-involved attached garage fire spread into a Wyoming home over the weekend.

By:Wyoming Fire Department

Operation Green Light: UM Health-West illuminates hospital tower green in honor of veterans

Operation Green Light sheds light on the programs and benefits available to veterans and their families through Kent County Veterans Services, including emergency funds, disability benefits, burial assistance, and more.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Godfrey-Lee student arrested for bringing firearm to school

Juvenile male is in Wyoming Police custody after bringing a handgun to school.

By:Wyoming Police Department

Detroit Tigers legend Denny McLain signs autographs at Lee’s 18th Annual Sports Card Show; nearly $200,000 raised through the years

Lee baseball Coach Ty Emelander (left) with Detroit Tigers legend Denny McLain. Look inside for a cool video of the Stubby Overmire Sports Card Show and Silent Auction held on Nov. 4.

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor and Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

The evidence is in: Youth engaged in their communities become critical thinkers

U of M study and a local community organization showcase how youth community engagement positively impacts young people and their communities.

By:Rachel Rickman, WKTV Contributor

Wyoming Police seek information regarding unsolved Kane Coronado homicide

A suspect rendering and additional information have been provided by Wyoming PD as they seek assistance from the public.

By:Wyoming Police Department, deborah@wktv.org

BEGINS NOV. 13: Operation Christmas Child shows love to millions of children by collecting shoebox gifts

Fill a shoebox with gifts and show love to children all around the world – read more to find out how!

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

City of Wyoming to host fifth annual Veterans Breakfast, community invited to honor all veterans

Community members are invited to recognize those who served, and continue to serve, our country at this event.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org