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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

Take a look at this Tri-unity Christian Photo Gallery from the Defenders regional championship win Thursday

Tri-unity advances to the Division 4 state quarterfinals vs. St. Joseph Our Lady of the Lake Catholic at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 12 at Portage Northern. (Photo gallery courtesy of Becky Rillema.)

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

Area boxers set to shine as Michigan Golden Gloves action begins; state champ Junior Rios and Lee alum Michael Carbajal return

Wyoming Lee alum Michael Carbajal (pictured) made his boxing debut at last year’s tournament. Look inside for WKTV’s Golden Gloves coverage schedule!

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

East Kentwood girls open state tournament with semifinal win over Hudsonville Wednesday; get 20th win

East Kentwood senior Harmonie Belton (1) drives the lane during the Division 1 district semifinal against Hudsonville. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Tri-unity Christian boys one step closer to another state title with fifth straight district championship

Tri-unity beat Zion Christian 78-40 to advance to a Division 4 regional semifinal vs. host Fowler Tuesday night.

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor

Lee boys basketball team adds big district victory to league title

After winning the Alliance League championship with a perfect 8-0 record, the Lee Legends opened play in the state tournament with a thrilling win against West Catholic. (Courtesy, Wyoming Lee)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Local News

Local students Aurora Leon-Mull and Finnick Coburn win annual Women’s City Club Impact Award

The annual Impact Award inspires leadership in students as they identify how others have influenced them to attain their own personal excellence.

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

Puertas Abiertas celebrates six years of helping Latina women live free of domestic violence

Puertas Abiertas is breaking the cycle of domestic violence by providing women, men, children, and LGBTQ with support and resources.

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

Spring Brush and Leaf Drop-Off Service available to Kentwood residents starting April 5

Residents may drop off brush, sticks, tree limbs, logs, loose leaves and grass clippings at the Public Works Department during new adjusted hours. Open for details.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

GVSU to host regional Science Olympiad tournament for West Michigan K-12 students March 29

Students from 60 teams throughout Kent, Ottawa and Muskegon counties will compete in the Michigan Science Olympiad regional tournament.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Davenport University hosting rescheduled MLK events: national speaker, silent march on campus 

Rescheduled MLK events feature national speaker LaTosha Brown and will take place March 26 and 27.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

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