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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

Unity Christian knocks off South Christian 50-21 Friday; check out our WKTV Highlights inside

Click the headline to see our WKTV Friday Night Highlights of this game!

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

Check out our WKTV Friday Night Highlights show from Week 6

Don’t miss these exciting local high school football clips from Oct. 4.

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

Kelloggsville gets first win with 24-8 defeat of Benton Harbor

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

Godwin Heights gets past Fruitport 15-12

Look inside at our WKTV Friday Night Highlights of this game!

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

Grandville edges East Kentwood 33-25; check out our WKTV highlights

Check out our WKTV highlights inside!

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

Local News

WKTV host Yeli Romero wins prestigious Hispanic Businessperson of the Year award

“When I found out I had won the Hispanic Businessperson of the Year award, I cried tears of joy,” said Romero, who graduated from Adelante High School in Grand Rapids in 2002. “It was an incredibly emotional moment. I felt seen, celebrated and uplifted by my community.”

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

Vehicle welfare check ends in suspect crashing into several police cruisers in Kentwood

The incident occurred at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, as Officers responded to the welfare check and located a female driver sleeping in her car. Click here for more details.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kent District Library’s Summer Wonder program to take readers on a journey of reading and learning activities

Summer Wonder brings participants a spectacular summer of outdoor discovery, scavenger hunts, reading, STEAM activities – and lots of fun for everyone!

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Trinity Health Grand Rapids Comprehensive Breast Center awarded Center of Excellence certification

Trinity Health Grand Rapids is one of only 36 breast centers in the nation to receive this highest level of recognition awarded by the National Consortium of Breast Centers.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Save the Date: “CHIHULY at Meijer Gardens” art exhibition to open in 2026 at Frederik Meijer Gardens

Guests will enjoy the dynamic interplay between Chihuly’s spectacular art and the Gardens’ natural beauty at this 2026 exhibit.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

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