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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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Wyoming basketball coach Thom Vander Klay reaches milestone 400th win; “Wyoming is an important piece of who I am”

Wyoming Boys Basketball Coach Thom Vander Klay has won more than 400 games from that position on the sideline. Look inside for his historic career. (Photo Courtesy, Curtis Holt)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Kentwood Police Department to host recruitment event Wednesday, Feb. 28

The event will kick off with an informational session, followed by tours, networking and more. Refreshments will be provided.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Southwest Airlines commits $100K to Ford International Airport’s FLITE program

The funds will be used to accelerate high-tech solutions and entrepreneurial ecosystem for air travel.

By:Ford International Airport

Woodland Mall to host Unity Walk and African American Live Museum to honor Black History Month on Saturday, Feb. 24

Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley (red scarf) participates in a past Woodland Mall Unity Walk during Black History Month, sponsored by the City of Kentwood and New Hope Baptist Church.

By:Woodland Mall, greer@wktv.org

Kent County residents can receive FEMA disaster assistance for damage incurred during Aug 2023 storms

Several counties are eligible for FEMA assistance after tornados, storms and flooding cause extensive property damage.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

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