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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

Check out our latest WKTV Friday Night Highlights show (Feb. 16) featuring many cool clips

Click here to see our latest basketball highlights show featuring many area high school teams in action the week of Feb. 12-16.

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

Wyoming girls basketball team comes up big at crunch time in 47-43 win over Mona Shores in WKTV’s Tuesday Game of the Week

La’Anna Griffin (15) steps to the line for a free throw. Griffin and Shakya Anderson led the Wolves with 12 points apiece. (WKTV)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Check out our latest WKTV Friday Night Highlights show (Feb. 9) featuring many cool clips

Click here to see our latest basketball highlights show featuring many area high school teams in action the week of Feb. 5-9.

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

East Kentwood trio helping boys basketball team navigate rugged schedule

Junior Jah Hatchett (pictured) leads the team in scoring with 17 points per game, but also dishes out five assists, five rebounds and four steals per game. Christian Humphrey-Rembert and CJ Reynolds round out the talented trio. (Photo Courtesy, Cristian Salas-Salinas and Nuha Hussein)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Godwin Heights stays in hunt for league title with 76-48 win over Comstock Park

Jacari Jones (0) applies defensive pressure during Tuesday’s game with Comstock Park. Jones and Isaiah Guyton led the Wolverines with 12 points apiece. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Local News

“Lunch n Learn” event forges connections between local police, community and city officials

Over 70 community members, city and county officials, and law enforcement officers attended the iCI Nation “Lunch n Learn” event on March 12.

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

Wyoming Police Department investigates shooting on March 15

One person is injured after a shooting in the 1200 block of Rathbone Street SW in Wyoming.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Kentwood to host Hiring Event for seasonal positions March 26

The Job Fair (Wednesday, March 26) will spotlight Parks and Recreation, Public Works Opportunities. (Image Courtesy, City of Kentwood)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

A month of celebration: Rivertown Crossings announces first-ever BLOOM campaign

BLOOM’s month-long festivities allow greater Grand Rapids community members to take part in sustainable practices and seasonal activities.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

“Surviving War, Oceans Apart” – Author Yanek Mieczkowski shares true story of resilience and hope through adversity, March 18-19

Bogdan and Seiko grew up on opposite ends of the globe, yet both found themselves fighting for survival during World War II.

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

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