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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)

By:Deborah Reed, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, greer@wktv.org

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)

By:Colleen Pierson, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor

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)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

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.

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

Local Sports Update

Tri-unity Christian off to hot start in Mark Keeler’s final year; Coach gets remarkable 700th win

The Defenders are once again poised to make a run to the Breslin Center in the final year of Coach Mark Keeler’s storied career. (Pictured: Coach Keeler and wife Cheryl. Courtesy, JV Boys Coach Dean Holzwarth)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Godwin Heights basketball team continues to make progress, beats Comstock Park Tuesday

FROM TUESDAY: Godwin Heights senior Jamaan Hastings (0) led the Wolverines with 23 points in the win against Comstock Park. (WKTV, Greg Chrapek)

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

WKTV Friday Night Highlights is Back! Check out our first show of the basketball season

Click here to see our first Friday Night Highlights show of the basketball season featuring many local boys and girls teams.

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

Wyoming boys fall to Coopersville in defensive struggle Tuesday

Wyoming senior Avonte’ Wiggins lines up a three-point shot during Tuesday’s game at Coopersville. (WKTV, Greg Chrapek)

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

Legends lose in OT to Muskegon Heights Tuesday; seeking first win

Lee Legends new Boys Basketball Coach Gerard Oray. (Photo Courtesy, Wyoming Lee High School)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Local News

Kentwood Police to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Oct. 25 

The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kentwood Police Department, 4742 Walma Ave. SE. KPD will collect tablets, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in its original container.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Gravity is your enemy: Tree Stand Hunting Tips from Whitetails Unlimited

Everyone who hunts from a tree stand needs to place safety first – there is no animal out there that is worth dying, or being injured, for. Check out these great tree stand hunting tips from Whitetails Unlimited inside! (Photo Courtesy, Whitetails Unlimited)

By:Whitetails Unlimited, greer@wktv.org

State and Federal agencies celebrate removal of Muskegon Lake from List of Most Environmentally Degraded Areas in the Great Lakes

After decades of work, Muskegon Lake has officially been removed from the binational list of “Areas of Concern,” and is no longer considered one of the Great Lakes’ most environmentally degraded areas. (Courtesy Photo)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

“Red Rose” ArtPrize entry features 10,000 rose petals and 16 years of creation

Breakout artist Keven Bahoora’s captivating Red Rose sculpture showcases the art technique, recursion, and 10,000 chemically-fused rose petals.

By:Koy Flores, WKTV Contributor, deborah@wktv.org

Helping homeless KPS students: a low-budget, challenging, yet rewarding endeavor

The number of Kentwood Public Schools students qualifying for services was 359 last year district-wide. The numbers have increased since COVID, and Sarah Weir, Student Services Liaison for KPS, estimates around 10 percent of students could qualify for services. (Supply room for KPS students/families in need. Photo Courtesy, Kentwood Public Schools)

By:Karen Gentry, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Journal