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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

South Christian girls fall short in state quarterfinal thriller against West Catholic, 39-37

South Christian freshman Abby Prins looks for an open teammate as West Catholic’s Anna Ignatoski defends. (Photo Courtesy, Greg Chrapek)

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

Tri-unity Christian avenges early loss, sends Coach Keeler out on top with yet another state title

Coach Keeler (far left) already has the court at Tri-unity named in his honor, but he stamped his legacy on the court at the Breslin Center (MSU). He concludes his career with a 20-10 record at the home of the Michigan State University Spartans. (Photo Courtesy, Becky Rillema)

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

South Christian uses late rally to defeat Vicksburg for D2 regional title

The Sailors rallied in the final minutes of the game to overtake Vicksburg and claim the regional crown with a 64-57 win. (WKTV, Greg Chrapek)

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

Tri-unity uses early lead to reach sixth straight final four in Keeler’s last season 

Tri-unity’s Noah Silverton led with 16 points in the victory. Photo from earlier this season. (Courtesy, Becky Rillema)

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

Tri-unity Christian boys outlast Kalamazoo Phoenix for 20th regional title Friday

Tri-unity advances to its sixth consecutive quarterfinal game, a matchup with Adrian Lenawee Christian at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, at Gull Lake High School. (Photo Courtesy, Becky Rillema)

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

Local News

ArtPrize entry of 100,000 bottlecaps was made for the people, by the people

“Grand Dome” is a 10-foot by 17-foot geodesic sculpture that tells a story of ecological stewardship through re-creation of waste.

By:Koy Flores, WKTV Contributor, deborah@wktv.org

Wyoming Police Department prepares for CALEA reaccreditation, invites public to submit comments

Community members are encouraged to share comments regarding the department’s compliance with CALEA standards, community engagement, quality of service and overall professionalism.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Sunday Night Funnies’ Kingpin of Comedy competition enters final round on Oct. 26

Ninety-eight comedians are now down to eight as the seventh annual SNF Kingpin of Comedy competition enters its final round.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Marine Corps Birthday Ball to celebrate 250th anniversary; local nonprofit seeks donations for Nov. 10 event at DeVos Place

Marine Corps veteran and Birthday Ball organizer Eric Winters with skywritten smiley face above him at the Muskegon Air Show. (Photo Courtesy, Eric Winters)

By:Adam Brown, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Seeing the Unseen: Women at Risk, International to host conference on Oct. 25 to educate community on dangers of human trafficking

Learn how to become a circle of protection around your loved ones by attending the Civilian First Responder conference hosted by Women at Risk, International on Saturday, Oct. 25.

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

WKTV Journal