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City of Wyoming selects Nicole Hofert as Deputy City Manager

Hofert brings years of municipal experience to new role, including most recently as the City’s Community and Economic Development Director.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Kentwood Police respond to “shots fired” Tuesday evening

One 18-year-old male and one 17-year-old male subject matching the description were located shortly after the call walking in the area. Open for more details.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

“Your voice matters” – Community conversations with State Rep. John Fitzgerald

Rep. Fitzgerald invited members of the community to Community Conversation at The Stray in Wyoming for an open and meaningful discussion about concerns and priorities of the community.

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

Godwin Mercado to host Wyoming Winter Wonderland community event on Dec. 5 & 6

The City of Wyoming invites families to celebrate the magic of the season at Wyoming Winter Wonderland, a free community event filled with holiday cheer.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Local Sports Update

JUST IN! WKTV Friday Night Highlights Basketball: Jan. 23

Click here to see our latest edition of WKTV Friday Night Highlights featuring many recent basketball games from local boys and girls teams.

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

East Kentwood boys basketball team applying “10 times the effort”   

East Kentwood sophomore Jeremiah Cook (pictured) and Randy Chapman led the way for the Falcons with 20 points apiece. (WKTV Greg Chrapek)

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

JUST IN! WKTV Friday Night Highlights Basketball

Click here to see our latest edition of WKTV Friday Night Highlights featuring many recent games from local boys and girls teams.

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

Tri-unity Christian off to hot start in Mark Keeler’s final year; Coach gets remarkable 700th win

The Defenders are once again poised to make a run to the Breslin Center in the final year of Coach Mark Keeler’s storied career. (Pictured: Coach Keeler and wife Cheryl. Courtesy, JV Boys Coach Dean Holzwarth)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Godwin Heights basketball team continues to make progress, beats Comstock Park Tuesday

FROM TUESDAY: Godwin Heights senior Jamaan Hastings (0) led the Wolverines with 23 points in the win against Comstock Park. (WKTV, Greg Chrapek)

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

Local News

Draw outside the lines at Pinery Park in Wyoming on Aug. 9

Unleash your inner Picasso and take over the walking path at Pinery Park with your boldest, brightest doodles!

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Dementia or normal aging?

Slight declines in memory and cognition are typical with aging, but there are scenarios that call for further assessment. (Photo Courtesy, Care Resources)

By:Care Resources, greer@wktv.org

Roosevelt Diggs brings a melting pot of American music to Thursday’s Kentwood Summer Concert Series

A versatile band, Roosevelt Diggs blends country, blues, rock and roll, folk and blue grass into a melting pot of true Americana music. (Photo Courtesy, Jeff Brinn)

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

Celebrate National Night Out with Kentwood on Tuesday, Aug. 5

National Night Out is an annual event celebrated across the country that seeks to promote community-police partnerships and encourage residents to connect with their neighbors, community leaders and local police and fire personnel. It also features appearances by superheroes, face painting, balloon twisting, a photo station and giveaways.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Mobile food pantry schedule for Kent County, July 21-Aug. 19

Open for a list of mobile food pantry locations open to the community. Each listing consists of date, time, location and drive-thru or walk-thru designation.

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

WKTV Journal