City of Wyoming

Wyoming C Company soldiers of the Army National Guard’s 125th Infantry Regiment return home from deployment

Local Wyoming soldiers return home after a year-long deployment to Syria in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.

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

Wyoming football team entering next stage of growth process

With plenty of experience on hand, Wyoming Coach Carlton Brewster and his Wolves are primed to take the next step in the growth process. Look inside for our WKTV video of a Wyoming practice session.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Wyoming senior living community celebrates completion of renovation project

$1.5 million project complete to improve common spaces at Holiday Aurora Pond in Wyoming.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

City of Wyoming mourns loss of dedicated public servant Sam Bolt

Dedicated City of Wyoming public servant Sam Bolt worked tirelessly on behalf of local residents before his death on Aug. 10.

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

Wyoming Police make three weapons arrests in last 24 hours

Wyoming Police Department make significant arrests in last 24 hours that result in seizure of handguns and narcotics.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Wyoming-Kentwood Business Diversity Council works to prepare local businesses for the “New American” workforce

Local businesses work to educate themselves on how to support an international workforce as diversity increases in Kent County.

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

Coming Soon to this Space: Lots of WKTV Local Football Coverage

Our Friday Night Highlights show is coming soon, along with our in-depth Journal coverage of the Wyoming and Kentwood area football teams, as well as our Truck Games of the Week. Look inside for our WKTV GOW sked.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” play is a must see at Circle Theatre Grand Rapids

“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” can be seen through Aug. 26 at the Circle Theatre, 1703 Robinson Rd. SE Grand Rapids.

By:Colleen Pierson, WKTV Contributor

The Reverend Jesse Ray takes the stage at Lamar Park with his Americana Rock N Roots experience on Aug. 15

Concerts in the Park finale will feature The Reverend Jesse Ray at Lamar Park in Wyoming.

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

City of Wyoming Parks and Recreation Department seeks residents’ input on park facilities

The City of Wyoming Parks and Recreation Department ask park users to provide input to help develop a five-year master plan.

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

Ford International Airport breaks ground on $14.5 million Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Facility

An artist’s rendering of the Ford International Airport aircraft rescue and firefighting facility.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Battle with the Spotted Lanternfly and other invasive species a community, backyard effort

While federal and state efforts often focus on commercial agriculture, there are ways for citizens, property owners to join the fight. (Spotted lanternfly photo courtesy of Heather Leach/Michigan State University)

By:K.D. Norris, WKTV Contributor

Johnny’s Markets unveils “The Giving Pump” to give consumers a chance to fill up for a good cause

The Giving Pump will be specially marked with colorful signage at participating Shell gas stations to inspire consumers to fuel up and support South Michigan Food Bank and Kids’ Food Basket.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Volunteers will gather at Lemery Park in Wyoming on Aug. 19 for annual Buck Creek Clean Up

Friends of Buck Creek-Michigan will host its annual clean up to remove trash from Buck Creek, expanding clean up parameters to include Kentwood and Byron Township.

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

Magnus Capital Partners’ free-to-attend Summer Market set for Aug. 12 in Wyoming

HōM Flats at 28 West in Wyoming to host Summer Market on Aug. 12

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