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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

Tri-unity boys win second state championship in three years with dominant win over Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart Saturday at MSU

The Defenders beat Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart 79-59 to claim another state title. (Photo Courtesy Becky Rillema)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor

Tri-unity uses depth and free throws to earn fourth-straight state finals appearance

Seniors Jordan VanKlompenberg (3) and Owen Rosendall will play in their fourth state championship Saturday. Both played as freshmen on the 2021 Division 4 state runner-up team. (All photos courtesy Becky Rillema)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor

Check out this cool photo gallery by Becky Rillema; Defenders heading back to Division 4 state semifinals

The defenders (22-5) now face St. Ignace (21-6) in the Division 4 state semifinals at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the Breslin Center at Michigan State University. (Photos Courtesy Becky Rillema)

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

Another defensive gem leads Tri-unity to fifth-straight state semifinal appearance; VanKlompenberg hits seven treys

The defenders (22-5) now face St. Ignace (21-6) in the Division 4 state semifinals at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the Breslin Center at Michigan State University. (Photo Courtesy Becky Rillema)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor

Golden Gloves opening night highlights local talent; “large, enthusiastic” crowd Saturday at 4 Mile Showplace 

Hedaytullah Amarkhail (blue trunks) won the first bout of his boxing career Saturday with a decision over Brandon Luis. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Local News

City of Wyoming to host Arbor Day event and tree planting at Prairie Park on April 24

Volunteers are welcome at The Tree Amigos Arbor Day event at Prairie Park. Following the event, approximately 20 trees will be planted in the nearby neighborhood.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Get Ready for the City of Wyoming’s Spring Carnival!

Families are invited to Lamar Park to enjoy carnival rides, food, games and prizes April 11 – 20.

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Managing Editor, deborah@wktv.org

East Kentwood and Wyoming robotics teams align to take second in district in a jam-packed gym last weekend; West Catholic wins trophy

Red Storm Robotics (pictured) aligned with the Wyoming Demons and Gull Lake Twisted Devils to finish second in the FIRST In Michigan District Kentwood Event presented by Dematic. (Photo Courtesy, FIRST Robotics, Phillip Place)

By:Greg Chrapek, greer@wktv.org

PAWS highlights increasing need for service dogs for children with autism

Paws With A Cause highlights ways people can support the effort to place more dogs with the children who need them.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Kent County Health Department vigilant as measles cases show up across the country

A disease more associated with the 20th century is showing up across America this past winter and early spring, and while cases are rare in Michigan, the public needs to be aware that measles is making a comeback. (Photo Courtesy, pxhere.com)

By:Greg Chrapek, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Journal