City of Wyoming

WOOD-TV’s Jack Doles featured guest at program at Marge’s Donut Den

WOOD TV’s Jack Doles discusses his his recent experiences covering the Beijing Winter Olympics April 20 at Marge’s Donut Den.

By:WKTV Staff

Reading program designed to get parents and children reading

The One Book, One County initiative is another tool that parents can use to help their children be successful at school.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

East Kentwood comes out on top at spring break FIRST robotics competition

Wyoming’s Demons made a great showing, coming in as a finalist, along with several other local teams snatching up top honors.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Wyoming makes plans for its $13.1 million COVID relief funding

Following the U.S. Treasury guidelines for the ARPA funding, the City of Wyoming is looking at several possible projects such as water and sewer, equipping first responders, and affordable housing.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Second storytelling night scheduled at The Stray for April

The second installment of the WKTV Voices Storytelling Projects has been set for April 15.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Women’s History Month: Local businesswoman finds passion by taking a trip

A trip to Hawaii and a chance meeting with a local leader in travel lead to Lillian Vander Veen becoming a business owner.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Group remembers migrant leader with social justice march

The Committee to Honor Cesar E. Chavez will host is annual remember march and luncheon today.

By:WKTV Staff

Eyeing needs at junior high, Wyoming Public Schools seek district voter approval of ‘no property tax increase’ bond

As it did at the high school, the district is seeking to not only modernize the aging junior high but “transform” the educational setting for district students.

By:K.D. Norris

May 3 proposal could double fire department staffing, reduce response times

“Right now, we don’t have enough firefighters in the City of Wyoming to enter a burning building,” said Chief Kim Koster during a recent informational meeting about the May 3 proposals.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Area residents invited to give input on access to Ford Airport

The Grand Valley Metro Council is asking residents to complete a survey about access and transportation to the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Robotics competitions kick off at GVSU, WKTV gets ready for E. Kentwood event

Area teams get ready to rumble as they show off their tech skills in popular FIRST robotic competitions.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Wyoming Chief Koster appointed to state law enforcement standards board

Chief Koster succeeds retiring Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Payne to serve on the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards.

By:WKTV Staff

Watch WKTV for tonight’s Wyoming City Council special meeting on proposed income tax and property tax decrease proposals

Watch March 24 at 7 p.m., live on WKTV’s Comcast Channel 26 or on the WKTV Community Media Facebook page.

By:WKTV Staff

Three groups face-off for final round of Battle of the Bands

The Friday night event at The Stray Cafe will feature three groups, two from Grand Rapids, and one from Detroit, all with unique, individual sounds.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Realtor finds road to success is not always a straight path

“There are so many places where you can feel empowered and strong, and that’s where you need to be,” aid Kristin Ruther.

By:Sheila McGrath, WKTV Contributing Writer