City of Wyoming

Wyoming Public Safety secures national accreditation for fourth time

Keeping up on technology and policy changes helped in the process according to Chief Kim Koster.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Wyoming elects Vanderwood as its next mayor

Because Kent Vanderwood took 56 percent of the primary vote, he is automatically named mayor elect and will be sworn in later this year.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

92-year-old Kentwood resident shares his love of Metro Cruise

Father and daughter Gene Billings and Cathe DeLaney say Metro Cruise is “pretty much their Christmas.”

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributing Writer

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

Gonzo’s Top 5: Dragon boat races, summer concerts, garden tours, and much more

Dragon boat races are one of many features at the family-friendly Global Water Fest on Saturday, July 30 at Canal Park in Grand Rapids. (Courtesy)

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

BISSELL’s Empty the Shelters program helps pet crisis accelerated by pandemic

BISSELL Pet Foundation founder Cathy Bissell’s Empty the Shelters program runs through July 31.(Courtesy)

By:Philip Janowski, WKTV Contributing Writer

Wyoming to attend open houses for National Night Out

The Wyoming Department of Public Safety has a full slate of activities from Consumer’s Energy in the morning to Grace University in the evening.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Michigan residents and business owners struggle with inflation

Continuing inflation is not only a Michigan concern, but a national and global one as well, say economists and local business leaders.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributing Writer

How to create a more Dementia friendly community

The Dementia Friends is a global social movement that is working to change the way people think, act, and talk about dementia.

By:Emily Armstrong, Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan

A look ahead at some fun, local concerts and events by John “Gonzo” Gonzalez

Brena, a local band known for lively shows and Top 40 rock, performs on July 28 at Cutler Park and August 11 behind Kentwood City Hall. (Courtesy)

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

WOOD TV8 Meteorologist Terri DeBoer promotes her book about empty nesters on WKTV

WOOD TV8 meteorologist Terri DeBoer (right) stopped by WKTV Thursday to promote her first book on a show hosted by Pamela Keim (left). (WKTV)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Get ready for ‘high-octane, full-throttle’ country at Wyoming Summer Concerts in the Park

Bernadette Kathryn, the Detroit Country Rebel, will appear at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 26 at Lamar Park. Free admission as always. (Courtesy)

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Six seeking party nominations for Kent County Commission seats

Six candidates are seeking the Republican nominations for three Kent County Commission seats in Kent and Wyoming in the Aug. 2 primary.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Voters should return absentee ballots in person, via drop box

With the upcoming statewide primary election date of Tuesday, Aug. 2, right around the corner, Michigan voters are encouraged to hand deliver their absentee ballots to a local drop box or their clerk’s office to avoid postal delays. (WKTV)

By:WKTV Staff

With Planning OK, Pines rezoning now moves to City Council

At its Tuesday meeting, the Wyoming Planning Commission unanimously voted to recommend the rezoning of The Plnes for a mixed use of residential and commercial.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor