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Wyoming Police investigate shooting on Fox Run Drive SW; one person injured

The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment, where he remains in critical, but stable condition. (Photo: WKTV/Deborah Reed)

By:Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Staff, greer@wktv.org

Calling all ghost hunters – The Haunted History Trail is coming to Michigan

The Branch District Library is one of many sites on the Haunted History Trail of Michigan. Unusual activity has been reported by staff, including footsteps, unexplained sounds and other strange occurrences. (Photo Courtesy: Haunted History Trail of Michigan/Amity Photos)

By:Lillian Reiner, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, 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

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High school students invited to apply for Kentwood Police Department Youth Academy; deadline extended to June 15

The Kentwood Police Department’s Youth Academy takes place July 24-27.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

LaFontsee Galleries sold to new owners

An open house, set for May 24, will mark the change of ownership of LaFontsee Galleries, which has been a Grand Rapids art hub for nearly four decades.

By:McKenna Peariso

Senior Expo returns to the Meijer Gardens

A variety of local organizations will participate in the Michigan Senior Expo which will come to the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture May 24.

By:K.D. Norris, WKTV Contributor

Kevin Brewster Quartet performs on WKTV Jazz Works show

The quartet performed recently on the WKTV Jazz Works show in our studio. Look inside for the entire show.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Local man’s memoir features never heard stories of WWII 1st Infantry Division

Grand Valley State University Professor James Smither recently published the memoir or Grand Rapids resident and infantryman Joe Olexa.

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributor

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