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“CHIHULY at Meijer Gardens” exhibition reveals intimate look into artist’s vision; features decades of groundbreaking art
Presented by Macatawa Bank and running until Nov. 1, 2026, CHIHULY features works of nationally acclaimed artist Dale Chihuly across the 158-acre outdoor landscapes of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. (WKTV/Deborah Reed/2026)
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Sweet Adelines place second in regional contest; advance to International competition in Seattle
Their high finish advanced them to the International Competition in Oct. 2027 in Seattle. (Photo: WKTV/Colleen Pierson)
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Kentwood invites community to Kickoff to Summer Celebration on Saturday, June 6
The celebration features food trucks, live music and more. (Photo: City of Kentwood: Used with Permission)
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Kentwood Police and two other agencies execute search warrant Thursday on South Division in ongoing narcotics investigation
Officers also recovered two handguns in the operation. There are no outstanding suspects related to this investigation, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
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Local Sports Update
WKTV’s Friday Night Highlights Golden Gloves action; PART 1
WKTV Hosts Bob Serulla and Jordan Shimmell walk you through the Michigan Golden Gloves Championships in this exciting Friday Night Highlights Golden Gloves edition PART 1.
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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.
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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)
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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)
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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.
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Let It Snow: Kent District Library kicks off annual reading challenge for adults and teens
KDL’s Let It Snow reading challenge provides a choose-your-own-reading adventure for adults and teens that will keep readers reading all winter long.
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Kentwood Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Stationary Holiday Parade Dec. 4
The City of Kentwood will host its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and debut a new Stationary Holiday Parade on Thursday, Dec. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kent District Library – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch, 4950 Breton Ave. SE.
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“Unleash the Love” – Local pet therapy nonprofit launches Giving Tuesday campaign
West Michigan Therapy Dogs, Inc. launches campaign to raise funds for critical operational needs.
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Wyoming Public Safety Chief Kimberly Koster announces retirement
Following a distinguished career with the City of Wyoming spanning three decades, Wyoming Public Safety Chief Kimberly Koster has announced her retirement, effective Jan. 2, 2026.
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Local food pantries overwhelmed; filling in during SNAP challenges
It’s a tenuous time packed with uncertainty, but for the roughly 42 million Americans who use SNAP monthly, it may be time to look towards your local food pantries with grace. (SNAP- Key Statistics and Research). Open this story for a list of West Michigan food pantries. (Photo Courtesy, Kids’ Food Basket)
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