City of Wyoming

Traffic Tuesday: Speed Limit

So what is the residential speed limit in a neighbor?

By:Jenni Eby, City of Wyoming Department of Public Safety

WKTV Journal In Focus checks in with Kent County health on COVID-19, immunizations, health survey

First we catch up with the ongoing and extensive work by the department during this time of pandemic, but the department is also involved in more routine but non-the-less important activities.

By:K.D. Norris

Senior-led Legends defeat Godwin Heights, 4-1, in season-opening soccer action

It was a senior-dominated performance by Lee as both teams hit the pitch for the first time amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

By:Luke Schrock, WKTV Intern

Local church encourages residents to celebrate grandparents with drive-thru event

This Sunday, Brighter Life Pentecostal Power Church will host a special drive-thru celebrating honoring grandparents.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

WKTV video captures local World War II ‘Greatest Generation’ celebration’s military plane flyover

The 75th anniversary of the end of World War II was commemorated locally Sept. 1-2 with local ceremonies including a socially distant Grand Rapids area flyover of war-era military aircraft.

By:WKTV Staff

Chamber’s ‘Team Up Tuesday’ Wyoming community event set for Sept. 15

Hosted by Wyoming/Kentwood Chamber of Commerce, Family Network of Wyoming, and The Candied Yam, the outdoor event is open to the public to “hang out and connect with each other.”

By:Tyler Bronsink, WKTV Intern

The Salvation Army Kroc Center to reopen on Sept. 17

The Kroc Center will reopen in phases over the next several weeks.

By:Jon Shaner, The Salvation Army

Can’t be in stands? WKTV to live broadcast, livestream featured prep football games

With in-stadium crowds limited in this shortened prep football season due to COVID-19 restrictions, WKTV’s sports coverage will expand to provide fans with live coverage of games.

By:K.D. Norris

WKTV lets the Sun In

Starting this month, WKTV will be using the rays of the sun to help power its facility, reducing its electrical bill and carbon footprint.

By:Tom Norton

Coaches ready as local high school sports shift into high gear following Gov. Whitmer, MHSAA action

Fall sports that had been in limbo, including boys soccer and volleyball, can begin competitive action as early as Sept. 8. And high school football can begin Sept. 18.