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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

Davenport breaks point-total record with 75-23 win over visiting Roosevelt Saturday

Coach Sparky McEwen’s Panthers, who improved their GLIAC record to 3-2, 4-3 overall, set team and individual records during the win, including the most points in a single contest. Look inside for more details.

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

CONGRATS to local football teams: East Kentwood, Godwin Heights, Kelloggsville and South Christian for making the state playoffs

Take a look inside to see who these four area football teams play, when and where. (Photo Courtesy, pxhere.com)

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

CHECK THIS OUT: Watch our latest WKTV Friday Night Highlights show of the season (10-17-25)

Don’t miss these new and exciting WKTV Friday Night Highlights from local football games! OPEN HERE!

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

Davenport  football cruises in Motor City, beats Wayne State 49-14

Four scores from running back Cephus Harris combined with a revived passing attack led Davenport to victory over Wayne State Saturday. (Cephus Harris, Photo Courtesy WSU Athletics)

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

Godwin Heights outlasts rival Kelloggsville 41-22, sets up title showdown with Belding Friday

The win kept Godwin Heights perfect in the OK Silver with a 5-0 record and sets up next Friday’s showdown in Belding against the Black Knights who are also 5-0 in the league. The two teams also have 7-1 overall records.

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

Local News

RiverTown Crossings hosts family-friendly spring celebrations, interactive events and Easter Bunny photos March 28

Families are invited to enjoy an afternoon of springtime fun with a cozy meet‑and‑greet featuring fluffy bunnies, adorable baby chicks and charming farm‑inspired activities. (Photo Courtesy, RiverTown Crossings)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

The Kids & Family Expo is Now the be nice. Family Fun Fest: Saturday, March 28

Don’t miss the be nice. Family Fun Fest Saturday, March 28, at DeVos Place. Click Open for More Details! (Image Courtesy, be nice.)

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

Puertas Abiertas opens doors of healing to local Latinx community through compassion and resources

Leading with cultural sensitivity and awareness, Puertas Abiertas has helped Latina women live healthier lives free of violence since its inception in 2019. (Image Courtesy, Puertas Abiertas)

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

Ronald McDonald House opens region’s first “Family Room” hospitality center inside healthcare facility at Pine Rest

Salina Bishop, President & CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities West Michigan, stands in the new Ronald McDonald House Family Room. (Photo Courtesy, Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV recently captured video of the Lemery Park Invasive Species Workday

The goal of the Workday, conducted by the Kent Conservation District and Friends of Buck Creek, was to control the infestation of invasive shrubs and trees along the creek to improve wildlife habitat. (Photo Courtesy, City of Wyoming)

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

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