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Calling all ghost hunters – The Haunted History Trail is coming to Michigan

The Branch District Library is one of many sites on the Haunted History Trail of Michigan. Unusual activity has been reported by staff, including footsteps, unexplained sounds and other strange occurrences. (Photo Courtesy: Haunted History Trail of Michigan/Amity Photos)

By:Lillian Reiner, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Police to host National Drug Take Back Day Event Oct. 24 

Photo from a previous Kentwood National Drug Take Back Day. (Photo Courtesy: City of Kentwood)

By:Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Staff, greer@wktv.org

City of Wyoming appoints Eric Wiler as next Wyoming Police Chief

Wiler assumes the position of Police Chief, effective Feb. 4, 2027, immediately following Chief Kip Snyder’s retirement in Feb. 2027. In this role, Wiler will lead a team of nearly 103 full-time sworn officers and 21 civilian personnel. (Photo Courtesy, City of Wyoming)

By:Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV We the People: Get to know your local Kentwood and Wyoming candidates

WKTV invited local candidates to create a video for the upcoming general election involving key races that affect Kentwood and Wyoming voters.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

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Ford International Airport welcomes new Southwest Airlines service to Las Vegas in October

This new service – currently served by one other carrier at Ford Airport – is scheduled to operate on the carrier’s Boeing 737, offering nonstop flights on select weekdays and weekends.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Department of Public Works and Kent County Road Commission to host community open house during National Public Works Week

The event takes place from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 22 at the Kentwood Department of Public Works.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Make Moves Dance & Fitness is making big “moves” among local residents

Local co-ed dance classes combine movement and fitness – and a whole lot of fun!

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Managing Editor, deborah@wktv.org

Fatal accident on 60th St. and Wing Ave. Monday in Kentwood

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kentwood Police Department at 616-656-6580.  Anonymous tips can be submitted through Silent Observer at 616-774-2345 or SilentObserver.org.

By:Kentwood Police, greer@wktv.org

Hospice uniquely qualified to assist caregivers in ‘Sandwich Generation’

Hospice care can help family members cope and develop strategies for challenges posed by being a part of the sandwich generation while caring for a loved one with a serious, life-limiting illness. (Emmanuel Hospice/iStock)

By:Care Resources, greer@wktv.org

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