City of Wyoming

Snapshots: Weekend news you can use

Oh my! Butterflies, flowers and more are just some of the many spring activities available for this weekend.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Kent County Health Dept. warns of increase in COVID-19 positivity rate

Kent County Health Department wants people to be aware that COVID cases, positivity rate and hospitalizations are all increasing within the county.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Money available to help homeowners, business owners pay winter bills

The state and Consumers Energy are encouraging residents and business owners to take advantage of tens of millions in federal, state, and local dollars to help pay winter heating bills.

By:By WKTV Staff

Wyoming chief, Kent County sheriff talk about the changing roles of women in law enforcement

Wyoming Chief Kim Koster and Kent County Sheriff Michelle LaJoye-Young discuss why they decided to enter law enforcement and the every changing landscape of their profession.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Traffic Tuesday: When you can feel the noise

What are the rules about noise in Wyoming?

By:Officer Jenni Eby

The Rapid celebrates Transit Workers Appreciation Day

The Rapid is seeking positive stories to share on its social media to celebration the day.

By:Bill Kirk, The Rapid

Traffic Tuesday: When you can feel the noise

What should residents do if their neighbor is too noisy?

By:Officer Jenni Eby, Wyoming Department of Public Safety

Kent County DPW announces temporary closure of Wealthy Street recycling station

The Wealthy Street recycling drop-off station and electronics drop-off site will be closed beginning March 26.

By:Kristen Wieland, Kent County Department of Public Works

City of Wyoming designated Tree City USA for fourth year in a row

Despite the pandemic, the Tree Commission was able to continue its efforts to expand the city’s tree canopy.

By:Wyoming Tree Commission

After four months, Wyoming Senior Center reopens

Wyoming resident Tina Packer’s “yeah” sums up the delight of many about the reopening of the Wyoming Senior Center.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Wyoming Lee Cheer Team: The stuff Legends are made of

Happy to finish out their final year together, the Wyoming Lee cheer team is taking charge of the season.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

WKTV Sports Connection welcomes Lee athletic director to talk all things Legends

What’s new with the Legends includes a planned athletic conference change, some long-awaited continuity in their coaching staff, and infrastructure bond measure passed last year and what it will mean for Lee teams and programs.

By:K.D. Norris

Carlton Brewster, a familiar face in Wyoming football circles, named Wolves head football coach

At Kalamazoo Central, Brewster also served as “Character Development Coach” and at Wyoming high he will also serve as Dean of Students.

By:K.D. Norris

Kroc Center will offer limited spring break activities

The Kroc Center won’t be hosting thousands of people this spring break, but will have limited opportunities for groups.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Wyoming staff, leaders celebrate Reading Month by sharing stories

About two dozen city staff and leaders are being featured on WKTV and the city’s Facebook page, sharing stories and encouraging students to celebrate reading.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma