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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)

By:Bill Rohn, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

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)

By:Patty Williams, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

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)

By:Ruth Thornton, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

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.

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Local Sports Update

Floyd Mayweather Sr. sparks Siderio Mitchell to first Golden Gloves state title Saturday; East Kentwood boxers keep winning tradition alive

Siderio Mitchell won a state title in the 141-pound Open Division), while two East Kentwood boxers grabbed state championships as well. Look inside for all the results.

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

Local boxing coach knows Golden Gloves inside and out: Take a peek at his La Casa Boxing Club

La Casa Boxing Club Owner Anbrocio Ledesma readies his boxers for the Michigan Golden Gloves State Finals this weekend at Aquinas College. (Photo Courtesy, Jaylah Lewis)

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

Golden Gloves produces plenty of high-level bouts

Floyd Santiago of the Michigan Golden Gloves Association Gym in Grand Rapids won the 187-pound Elite Novice title after an eight-year layoff from boxing. Look inside for a highlight of the great boxing action that night! (WKTV, Greg Chrapek)

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

Don’t miss WKTV’s Friday Night Highlights Robotics edition featuring many local teams in action! Day 1

Take a look at these great highlights of local high school robotics teams at a recent FIRST In Michigan district championship at East Kentwood.

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

Part 2: Don’t miss WKTV’s Friday Night Highlights Robotics edition featuring many local teams in action!

Check out highlights from the playoffs and finals of Day 2 of the recent FIRST In Michigan district championship at East Kentwood.

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

Local News

Police arrest bank robber within minutes of incident in Wyoming

One person is in custody after a bank robbery the morning of Nov. 3 at a PNC Bank on 28th Street.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

AnchorPoint Christian School to host Field of Flags to honor veterans

Local students will set up a field of American flags to honor local veterans and raise critical funds to support our nation’s ill and injured heroes.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Guelaguetza Designs: Local business forges community bonds, celebrates Mexican culture

Guelaguetza Designs in Wyoming is more than just a business that sells handmade clothing, jewelry and home decor from artisans in Mexico – it is a space to celebrate culture.

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

Wyoming Public Schools ask residents to approve $29.75 million bond, assure voters of tax decrease

Wyoming Public Schools is asking residents to approve a new bond totaling $29.75 million that will provide support for day-to-day district operations and complete projects identified in their long-range facilities plan.

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

Darius Walker crowned winner of local Kingpin of Comedy competition

Darius Walker was crowned the 2025 Kingpin of Comedy champion before a capacity crowd at Spectrum Entertainment Complex on Oct. 26.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

WKTV Journal