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NEW: WKTV Friday Night Highlights Football (Oct. 16, 2026)

CLICK OPEN THIS STORY to see our new football clips from our latest FNH show featuring Host Mike Moll and several games from Friday, Oct. 16.

By:Cris Greer, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Managing Editor/Sports Director, greer@wktv.org

Start Garden: Michigan’s largest entrepreneur competition to award more than $500,000 in funding Oct. 22

Start Garden’s annual Demo Day on Oct. 22 will showcase the 50 finalists’ ideas and new funding options. (Photo Courtesy: Start Garden)

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

Local Sports Update

Wyoming girls back on track with win over Union Friday in WKTV Game of the Week

Guard Michaela Moore (23) led the Wolves with 30 points against Union in the WKTV Game of the Week. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Don’t miss these local basketball clips! WKTV Friday Night Highlights (1-12-26)

Check out these new and exciting WKTV Friday Night Highlights local basketball clips featuring hosts Bill Rohn and Tom Conquest.

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

South Christian holds off West Catholic in early-season girls basketball showdown; stays perfect at 7-0

In a showdown between two of the premier Division 2 girls basketball teams in the state, South Christian held off a furious West Catholic second-half rally to grab a 73-62 win. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Host Lee boys defeat Holland at inaugural Be Legendary Showcase Saturday at Grace Christian

Grace Christian University was home to some outstanding high school basketball Saturday and the host Lee Legends capped off the inaugural tournament with a strong defensive effort in defeating Holland 59-42. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV. Contributor, greer@wktv.org

From wrestling to cross country to the classroom, Lee senior Kaylee Ochoa stays busy

Wyoming Lee Athletic Director Andre Sargent said Ochoa demonstrates exceptional leadership, character and balance in every aspect of life. (Photo Courtesy, Kaylee Ochoa)

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

Local News

UPDATE: Kentwood Police arrest 29-year-old male suspect in fatal hit-and-run May 6 at Eastern and Hardwick

A 29-year-old male suspect has been arrested in the the fatal hit-and-run incident from May 6 at Eastern Ave. and Hardwick, and is lodged at the Kent County Correctional Facility.  A warrant was authorized by the Kent County Prosecutors office for Hit and Run at Fault – causing death.  

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Navy veteran and longtime UM Health-West volunteer Pete Zimmer celebrates 99th birthday

The Navy veteran, who served in both World War II and the Korean War, has logged 2,000 volunteer hours with UM Health-West. (Photo: WKTV/Owen Herzenstiel)

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

Emerging airport technology live tested in West Michigan revealed

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport hosted its annual FLITE event on Tuesday, May 12, demonstrating the latest in breakthrough solutions. (Photo: Ford Airport: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

UPDATE: Wyoming Police identify suspect in May 12 shooting on Crooked Tree Road

Wyoming shooting suspect Daniel Pellot. (Photo: Wyoming Police Department: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff

Why community is important for your mental health

Community is critical for us to thrive, especially for someone with mental illness who is already experiencing the common symptoms of loneliness and isolation. (Photo: Public Domain. pxhere.com)

By:Wedgwood Christian Services Wraparound Team, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Journal