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Kentwood Police to host National Drug Take Back Day Event Oct. 24 

Photo from a previous Kentwood National Drug Take Back Day. (Photo Courtesy: City of Kentwood)

By:Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Staff, greer@wktv.org

Start Garden: Michigan’s largest entrepreneur competition to award more than $500,000 in funding Oct. 22

Start Garden’s annual Demo Day on Oct. 22 will showcase the 50 finalists’ ideas and new funding options. (Photo Courtesy: Start Garden)

By:Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Staff, greer@wktv.org

City of Wyoming appoints Eric Wiler as next Wyoming Police Chief

Wiler assumes the position of Police Chief, effective Feb. 4, 2027, immediately following Chief Kip Snyder’s retirement in Feb. 2027. In this role, Wiler will lead a team of nearly 103 full-time sworn officers and 21 civilian personnel. (Photo Courtesy, City of Wyoming)

By:Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV We the People: Get to know your local Kentwood and Wyoming candidates

WKTV invited local candidates to create a video for the upcoming general election involving key races that affect Kentwood and Wyoming voters.

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

Local Sports Update

Young talent looks to lead Godwin into future, falls short in tight game

Wolverines boast a roster full of young talent that logged crucial snaps last season, has plans to reload across the offense.

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org
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Check out our first WKTV Friday Night Highlights show of the season!

Don’t miss these local high school football clips from Aug. 29!

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

Kelloggsville football team poised for improvement this season 

Cameron Dunbar scored a pair of touchdowns for the Rockets on runs of three and four yards and Danny White added a nine-yard touchdown run. (Photo Courtesy, chavezphotography, Alex Chavez)

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

Lee loses quarterback, game in season opener against Sacred Heart

The Legends started out strong in their opening game, but lost momentum.

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributing Writer

Wyoming football team will lean on seniors entering a new conference 

The Wolves, who went 1-6 in conference play, exited the OK-Green and formed the new OK-Gold with Forest Hills Central (D-3 state champion last year), Unity Christian and perennial state title contender South Christian, along with Zeeland East and West.

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Local News

Elect Her: KDL Wyoming Branch to host workshops on campaign strategy for women on Sept. 27

The Wyoming Branch of Kent District Library will host Elect Her, a non-partisan training session for women interested in running for political office.

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

“Letting Loose”: Seniors celebrate PACE Month with homecoming dance at Care Resources

“Dances create an exciting ‘out of the ordinary’ environment where participants can let loose and have fun,” said Recreation Therapist Nicole Steed. “It also proves that there is no age limit on the ability to have a good time.”

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

ENLIGHTEN holiday light show returns to Frederik Meijer Gardens, guests express high hopes

Starting Nov. 24 and running until Jan. 3, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is bringing back the renowned light show event ENLIGHTEN, which promises to appeal to all ages.

By:Koy Flores, WKTV Contributor, deborah@wktv.org

Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak headlines fourth annual Tech Week

Hosted by The Right Place and powered by over 100 community partners, Tech Week features more than 70 events focused on artificial intelligence, med-tech, software, mobility, cybersecurity and more.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Girls in Aviation Day: Sept. 20 at AVFlight “Sparking inspiration in aerospace careers among females”

“There is a significant gender gap in most aspects of aviation, and our goal is to increase the female representation in all aerospace occupations,” said Samantha Perry, president of the Great Lakes Chapter of Women in Aviation International (WAI). (Photo Courtesy, Luke K/PistonFly)

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

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