• WKTV Soundbites previews a unique Guided Hike in this Land Conservancy of West Michigan interview

  • Check out my WKTV News-Today interview with Marie Orttenburger of Land Conservancy of West Michigan, where she talks about a unique upcoming guided hike along the shoreline of Lake Michigan on Saturday, April 18, and explains the important work of her organization. For more details on this event and others, watch our WKTV Soundbites above and/or check out this link: Land Conservancy.

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Iconic Flowerland garden center closes Wyoming doors, continues to serve community at Alpine and Kentwood locations

The name Flowerland has been synonymous with “garden center” and “personalized service” in the greater Grand Rapids area for the past 77 years. The Flowerland reputation and service remains intact, just within two locations instead of its previous three. (1967 New Flowerland Building. {Photo: Flowerland: Used with Permission})

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Hudsonville Public Schools keep students inside after bear sighting in Georgetown Township

The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Baldwin St. and 42nd Ave. on several reports that came into the Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority of a bear sighting on the morning of April 17. Open for more details.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Grand Rapids Public Museum celebrates opening of Expanding Curiosity Riverfront Expansion

This new riverfront space expands public access and strengthens connections to the Grand River through outdoor education. (Photo: Grand Rapids Public Museum: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Wyoming Community Clean-Up Day April 18

Drop off your unwanted items, scrap metals and more. Best of all? It’s FREE for Wyoming residents! (Logo: City of Wyoming: Used with Permission)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Local Sports Update

WKTV Friday Night Highlights (March 2, 2026); check out these local boys basketball team clips from the MHSAA tourney

WKTV was at several local boys basketball tournament games last week to bring you some exciting highlights. CLICK OPEN TO WATCH THE SHOW!

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

WATCH THIS! WKTV Friday Night Highlights (Feb. 23, 2026)

CLICK HERE! WKTV Friday Night Highlights featuring hosts Bill Rohn and Tom Conquest.

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

South Christian boys cruising along despite heavy graduation losses

The Sailors, who are ranked in the top five in the state in Division 2 in the MHSAA power rankings, begin district tournament play Wednesday against West Michigan Aviation Academy at 7 p.m. in a district semifinal game at Godwin Heights.

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

WATCH THIS! WKTV Friday Night Highlights (Feb. 16, 2026)

DO NOT MISS our new and exciting WKTV Friday Night Highlights featuring hosts Bill Rohn and Tom Conquest. CLICK OPEN TO VIEW OUR SHOW!

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

WKTV Friday Night Highlights (Feb. 9, 2026)

CLICK HERE! WKTV Friday Night Highlights featuring host Tom Conquest.

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

Local News

WKTV recently captured video of the Lemery Park Invasive Species Workday

The goal of the Workday, conducted by the Kent Conservation District and Friends of Buck Creek, was to control the infestation of invasive shrubs and trees along the creek to improve wildlife habitat. (Photo Courtesy, City of Wyoming)

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

Kentwood emotional support dog steals hearts across Michigan; a semifinalist in national competition

Local Kentwood dog, Ranger, recently placed third in the semifinal round of America’s Favorite Pet. (Photo Courtesy, Nick Clark)

By:Deborah Reed, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Spring bunny photos hop back to Woodland Mall March 20

Photos with the bunny will be offered in a spring-themed photo set March 20 through April 4 in the Macy’s court. OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS! (Photo Courtesy, Woodland Mall)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Storms bring gigantic hail to Georgetown Township, Mich.

Extremely large chunks of hail littered many yards on March 10 in Georgetown Township, Michigan. (WKTV/Cris Greer)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Update to shooting at Dave & Buster’s on March 7 on 28th St.; 17-year-old remains in ICU

Initial investigations, including interviews, security footage and personal video recordings, indicate that an altercation occurred outside Dave & Buster’s. OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

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