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Mr. Basketball contender Cam Ryans sinks last-second three to edge East Kentwood; Northview advances to state quarterfinals
Ryans, a 6-4 senior and Mr. Basketball candidate was spectacular, nailing a three-point buzzer-beater to cap a 30-point performance as the Wildcats defeated the Falcons 52-50 before a sellout crowd Thursday at Caledonia. (WKTV/Bill Rohn)
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Midwestern flavors meet Mexico; WKTV producer finds Michigan connection in Puerto Vallarta Chili Cookoff
Detroit native Karl Griggs wins Puerto Vallarta Chili Cookoff with grandma’s recipe. (Photo Courtesy, Patty Williams)
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Dozens of families brave the dark for annual Yeti hunt at Stanaback Park; CHECK OUT OUR COOL NEW VIDEO!
Yard signs, Yeti footprints, patches of fur and other clues and fun facts were scattered along the short loop trail located at 3717 Whitebud Drive SE in Kentwood. CHECK OUT THIS COOL YETI HUNT VIDEO! (WKTV/Ruth Thornton)
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Top 100 Global Child Prodigy Award winner emphasizes “kindness” at local State of the Child conference
A 15-year-old youth advocate and speaker educates 400+ community professionals on what it means to run the race of kindness.
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Local Sports Update
East Kentwood football team poised to hit next level behind MSU commit Kayd Coffman
“We have to stay healthy and continue to improve, if we can do that we have as good a shot as anybody to win the conference,” said EK Coach Tyrone Spencer.
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Lee Legends call audible: Return to 8-man football for 2025 season
Due to low roster numbers, the Legends will once again compete in the MHSAA 8-man football division for the fourth-straight year.
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After a trip to the state semis, South Christian Sailors looking to keep momentum going
South Christian quarterback Austin Burgess has big shoes to fill taking over for standout Carson Vis, who signed to play basketball at WMU. (Greg Chrapek/WKTV Contributor)
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MHSAA News: Girls field hockey and boys volleyball make high school sports debut; boys tennis Finals update
Girls field hockey will be played in the fall, while boys volleyball begins its first season in the spring. Click open to see more changes for the MHSAA high school sports season. (Image Courtesy, MHSAA)
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Memories abound as fighters from Pride Boxing Club in Grand Rapids gather for reunion
Former boxing great Buster Mathis Jr., who attended the reunion, won 21 of 26 pro bouts including a USBA heavyweight championship, fighting Mike Tyson and Riddick Bowe during his career. (Greg Chrapek/WKTV)
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Give back, celebrate and shop at Woodland Mall this Holiday Season
Woodland Mall is kicking off the holiday season this month with charitable giving opportunities, photos with Santa, special shopping deals and other festive events for visitors.
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Consumers Energy Foundation provides $250,000 to support emergency food delivery
The CEF grant will support home delivery of nutritionally balanced, protein-rich, shelf-stable food boxes to households with seniors, people with disabilities and children.
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Local hospice nurse case manager enhances quality of life for Emmanuel Hospice patients
Brittany Rickert uses both clinical and emotional support skills in her diverse role as hospice case manager to walk alongside patients on their end-of-life journey.
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Signs your aging loved one needs support while maintaining independence
Support is available for families noticing concerns in aging loved ones this holiday season that can help them continue living safely in their own home.
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Kentwood Police charge physical therapist with criminal sexual conduct
The alleged assaults occurred at a local Corewell Health Facility between Jan. 1 through April 1. The victim, a female from the City of Grand Rapids, was seeing her physical therapist for routine scheduled treatments when the alleged assaults occurred.
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