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Kip Snyder sworn in as new Wyoming Department of Public Safety Chief

In his role, Chief Snyder will lead a team of nearly 167 full-time sworn and civilian personnel from both the police and fire department. Snyder will serve in this role until his retirement in 2027.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

MSU Bug House Announces Six-Legged Saturdays beginning Jan. 17

The Michigan State University Bug House is launching Six-Legged Saturdays as a new addition to its public programming. Click open for more great details. (Photo Courtesy, MSU)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

GVSU will commemorate legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with week of events Jan. 19-24

The GVSU community will reflect on the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during a week of activities, January 19-24, in Grand Rapids and on its campuses.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Basketball Truck reboots Friday; check out our exciting, local game schedule

WKTV is bringing you another exciting season of Boys and Girls high school basketball with our weekly WKTV Game of the Week! Click open to see the schedule.

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

Local Sports Update

South Christian boys off to fast start despite heavy graduation losses

Despite a young roster that is shy on varsity experience, the Sailors got off to a strong start this season.

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

East Kentwood boys open season with big win; looking to make waves

Senior guard Randy Chapman (pictured) led the Falcons with 18 points, while junior guard CJ Reynolds added 17. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

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

Grand River Prep senior excels on the course and in the classroom

Elijah Lipscomb has accumulated a long list of accomplishments in cross country along with a 4.27 GPA in high school. (Photo Courtesy, Isela Pronger)

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

East Kentwood gets revenge over Hudsonville, brings home regional championship Saturday

Falcon senior QB Kayd Coffman completed 21-of-32 passes for 272 yards and two touchdowns, and ran the ball 12 times for 210 yards and three touchdowns. (Photo Courtesy, Falcon News Network)

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

East Kentwood scores 49 points for third straight week in district title win; open story for great video highlights

East Kentwood quarterback Kayd Coffman had an impressive game completing 16-of-22 passes for 372 yards and five touchdowns and rushing for 96 yards on nine carries. (WKTV, Greg Chrapek)

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

Local News

Former Lions quarterback Eric Hipple shares glory days, mental health tragedies and hope in an exclusive WKTV interview

Eric Hipple has certainly experienced the highs and lows that life brings. Click here to read about his remarkable journey. (Photo Courtesy, Eric Hipple)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor/Sports Director and Deborah Reed, WKTV Managing Editor

KPD partners with Sam’s Club for “Cram the Cruiser” event to benefit Kentwood Little Free Pantry

With demand running high, the pantry has been running low, and this event provides an opportunity for the community to help stock it for residents in need. Open for times and dates.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

City huddles together in cold weather for Kentwood Annual Tree Lighting

A large crowd of Kentwood residents gathered on a frigid Thursday evening to celebrate the annual Tree Lighting with Mayor Stephen Kepley. Click here for more pictures and a video of the fun events. (WKTV)

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

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

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