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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

East Kentwood falls 25-23 in playoff thriller with Hudsonville on final play of game 

Check out our WKTV Friday Night Highlights of this thriller! East Kentwood running back Elijah Jones (pictured) led the Falcons this season with 1,208 yards rushing and 12 touchdowns.

By:Greg Chrapek, greer@wktv.org

Check out our WKTV Friday Night Highlights show from Week 9

Don’t miss these exciting local high school football clips from Oct. 25!

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

East Kentwood, South Christian heading to MHSAA football playoffs 

Quarterbacks Kayd Coffman (East Kentwood, pictured) and Carson Vis (South Christian) will lead their teams into the MHSAA playoffs.

By:Greg Chrapek, greer@wktv.org

Thornapple Kellogg beat Wyoming 49-12 Friday in season finale

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

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

Rockford defeats host East Kentwood 45-27; both teams headed to Division 1 playoffs

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

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

Local News

Antique cars spark memories, meaningful connections for seniors at Care Resources

Seniors at Care Resources recently enjoyed a trip down memory lane while viewing a fleet of 12 antique cars.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Draw outside the lines at Pinery Park in Wyoming on Aug. 9

Unleash your inner Picasso and take over the walking path at Pinery Park with your boldest, brightest doodles!

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Dementia or normal aging?

Slight declines in memory and cognition are typical with aging, but there are scenarios that call for further assessment. (Photo Courtesy, Care Resources)

By:Care Resources, greer@wktv.org

Roosevelt Diggs brings a melting pot of American music to Thursday’s Kentwood Summer Concert Series

A versatile band, Roosevelt Diggs blends country, blues, rock and roll, folk and blue grass into a melting pot of true Americana music. (Photo Courtesy, Jeff Brinn)

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

Celebrate National Night Out with Kentwood on Tuesday, Aug. 5

National Night Out is an annual event celebrated across the country that seeks to promote community-police partnerships and encourage residents to connect with their neighbors, community leaders and local police and fire personnel. It also features appearances by superheroes, face painting, balloon twisting, a photo station and giveaways.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Journal