Par-llo brings ‘old school’ to the Kentwood concerts

After a brief break for the Fourth of July holiday, the Kentwood Summer Concert Series returns this week with Par-llo Connection.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Koalas brothers just hangin’ at the John Ball Zoo

A popular addition to the John Ball Zoo this summer has been two koala brothers who have been delighting and entertaining zoo visitors.

By:Anna Johns, WKTV Contributing Writer

July is busy with food trucks, music, and more

From Holland’s LAUP Festa to Augusta’s Barn Theatre, there is plenty to do and see.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Sounds of Summer is set to return with a packed line-up

The popular Sounds of Summer concert series returns this Thursday at Cutler Park with a performance by Schlitz Creek.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Current GRAM exhibit definitely makes a colorful ‘impression’

By Thomas HegewaldWKTV Contributing Writer When I hear Impressionism as it relates to an artistic style, I envision compositions void of heavy, straight lines and [Read More]

By:Thomas Hegewald, WKTV Contributing Writer

West Michigan lighthouse map now available

The lighthouse map is now available for those interested in planning a trip.

By:WKTV Staff

Boom! It’s July 4th weekend! Bring on the fireworks!

So much happening this weekend from the National Cherry Festival to July 4th celebrations.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Up next for Kentwood summer concerts is Soul Syndicate

The next Kentwood Summer Concert is set for this Thursday at 7 p.m.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

With surprising energy, cellist brings a ‘vibe’ to Wyoming concert

Jordan Hamilton brings his unique sound to Wyoming this Tuesday for the Concerts in the Park series.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Gonzo’s Top 5: Summer is supposed to be fun any day of the week

The summer heats up with Broadway shows, Cheer Live, lots of music and the Last Sundays Outdoor Market.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Kalamazoo band next up on the Kentwood Summer Concert series

Kalamazoo’s Out of Favor Boys will be bringing a mix of originals and covers to Thursday night’s show.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Film Review: Seth Rogan’s ‘Superbad’ never gets old

Reviewer Ethan Gough takes a look at the raunchy teen comedy that helped launch the career of Emma Stone.

By:Ethan Gough, WKTV Community Contributor

‘American Idol’ contestant headlines Wyoming’s next Concert in the Park

Nathan Walton and his band The Remedy will be taking the stage on Tuesday at Lamar Park.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Wearing pink, ‘Mean Girls’ take charge of the DeVos stage

Michigan native Nadina Hassan brings the role of the ‘Queen Bee’ Regina George to life this week at DeVos Performance Hall.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Gonzo’s Top 5: Garden tour, the LPGA, and Juneteenth

This weekend is packed with activities from Juneteenth events to the LPGA Classic along with a Arts and Culture Festival on Division Avenue.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Musician Max Lockwood excited about returning to Kentwood

The Wayland native will being opening up the Kentwood Summer Concert series this Thursday.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Artwork celebrating Grand Haven Music Fountain to be unveiled

In celebration of the fountain’s 60th anniversary, Grand Haven will be unveiling commemorative artwork by ArtPrize 2010 winner Christ LaPorte.

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Film Review: Getting to know ‘Hannah and Her Sisters’

Viewing “Hannah and Her Sisters” gives you the opportunity to explore the different kind of relationships we have with people, our past, and our mortality.

By:Ethan Gough, WKTV Community Contributor

Serita’s Black Rose brings the funk, more to Tuesday’s concert

The popular local band will perform 7 p.m. Tuesday at Lamar Park as part of the Wyoming Concerts in the Park series.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

‘Star Wars’ author, Grand Rapids native set to release memoir trilogy

West Michigan native Jeffrey Brown is set to debut his adult-oriented memoirs on June 14.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributing Writer

Rare, unique automobiles on display Saturday at Downtown Market

It will be cars, coffee and food this Saturday at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market.

By:WKTV Staff

Blind Boys of Alabama opens Gardens concerts on Sunday

The Blind Boys of Alabama along with Marc Cohn return to the Frederik Meijer Gardens stage this Sunday to kick off the Gardens’ summer concert series.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Gonzo’s Top 5: Asian-Pacific Festival, Frozen Jr., Bridge Blast, and so much more

Let’s do a little Irish jig for the weekend which includes Frozen Jr. at Van Singel, the turn of the Fulton Street Artisans Market, and plenty of music – including Irish – at Wyoming’s The Stray.

By:John D. Gonzalez, WKTV Contributing Writer

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre launches innovative education initiative

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre announces new youth theater program that will start this fall.

By:WKTV Staff

Film review: Classic coming-of-age film ‘The Graduate’ revisited

“The Graduate” is a timeless coming-of-age classic that captures what it feels like to be lost in the world.

By:Ethan Gough, WKTV Community Contributor