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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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Spring Migration in Michigan is On! Which Birds to Expect?

The Scarlet Tanager is one of many beautiful birds migrating back to Michigan in the spring. (Courtesy, pixabay.com)

By:Patrick O'Donnell, WKTV Contributor

“The Third Chapter” – New Beacon Hill Living community focuses on graceful and intentional aging

More active lifestyles are creating the need for seniors ages 55 and up to find housing where they can age in place.

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Managing Editor

Ford International Airport breaks ground on $135 Million Terminal Enhancement Project

Michigan’s second largest airport will expand by 175,000 square feet. Pictured is a rendering of the Terminal Enhancement Project.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

City of Kentwood and Mary Free Bed partner to host Limb Loss Awareness 5K on Saturday, April 27

The all-ages, all-abilities event will kick off with packet pickup at 9 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, 355 48th St. SE, followed by a “Show Your Mettle” photo at 9:45 a.m. The race begins at 10 a.m.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

UPDATE: Suspect charged and arraigned in stabbing incident on 3000 Block of Shaffer Ave. April 10

The Kentwood Police Department is providing the name of the suspect in this stabbing case as Jesse Solis III and confirming that the suspect is the father of the victim. 

By:Kentwood Police Department, greer@wktv.org

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