City of Wyoming

Victims of crime remembered at candlelight vigil

The Greater Grand Rapids community came together last week to honor and remember those who have lost their lives in violent crime.

By:McKenna Peariso, WKTV Contributor

Residents come out in support of Wyoming’s public safety millage

I have witnessed first-hand lives being saved…and I have witnessed also where we were just a few minutes too late…” said Pastor Rick Pilieci.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Wyoming’s carnival set to open on Friday

The annual fundraiser for the city’s parks program is set to run 10 days from April 28-May 7 at Lamar Park and includes food, games, and rides.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Wyoming’s Arbor Day observance will expand community orchard

The City of Wyoming hosts its annual Arbor Day celebration on Friday at the Beverly Bryan Orchard at West Elementary where two trees will be planted.

By:Tessa Schultz, WKTV Contributor

East Kentwood’s Lacey-Pierce one of several area boxing champs at Michigan Golden Gloves finals Saturday

Lacey-Pierce (left), a 2017 East Kentwood grad, won a decision against Jason Jackson in the 165-pound Elite Open division final.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Learn about recycling, reducing waste in honor of Earth Day

A variety of learning opportunities on waste reduction available at Kent County Department of Public Works.

By:Steve Faber, Kent County Department of Public Works

Kelloggsville seeks renewal of non-homestead, impacts businesses, second homes

Residents in the Kelloggsville Public Schools are being asked to renew the district’s non-residential operating millage which is 13% of the district’s budget.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

April busy as sheriff office investigates vehicle break ins, arrest five in car chase

After recent car break-ins, The Kent County Sheriff Department is reminding area residents to not leave valuables in their vehicles .

By:WKTV Staff

Drowning at Indian Mounds determined accidental

Kent County Medical Examiner’s announced today its findings in the April 17 drowning.

By:WKTV Staff

John Shay appointed as Wyoming’s next city manager

Shay said he is “looking forward to getting to know the residents and the community and learning more about how we can work together.”

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

East Kentwood grad and other local boxers capture titles at West Michigan Golden Gloves finals Saturday at West Catholic

EK grad Justin Lacey-Pierce (left) defeated Jason Jackson in the 165-pound Elite Open class final at the West Michigan Golden Gloves.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Time to purge Wyoming as city hosts annual clean-up day

The City of Wyoming will be hosting its annual Spring Clean-Up Day this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Grand Rapids First.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

The masks come off at many local health providers

By Monday, many local health organizations will have lifted masks requirements for visitors and patients.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Golden Gloves: Area boxers clear hurdles to the West Michigan Finals Saturday

Boxer Junior Rios (left) advanced to the West Michigan Finals this Saturday at West Catholic. WATCH HIS EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH WKTV INSIDE.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Wyoming set to interview four candidates for city manager position

Interim Wyoming city manager and former Ottawa County administrator among four candidates being interviewed for Wyoming city manager position.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor