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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

Star-Studded “Money in the Bank” feature highlights busy stretch at Berlin Raceway

Berlin hosts three nights of racing over an eight-day span highlighted by the “Money in the Bank” feature, one of the premier races of the summer at Berlin. (Image Courtesy, Berlin Raceway)

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

Lee’s Autumn Johnson breaking records on and off the track

Sophomore Autumn Johnson currently holds the school record in the 60-meter dash with a time of 8.08 seconds, 100-meter dash at 12.80 and the 200-meter, 26.52. 

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

Berlin Raceway shifting into high gear as summer approaches; “The Bachelor” Arie Luyendyk Jr. races

Former Indy car driver and The Bachelor contestant Arie Luyendyk Jr. competed in the MSR series winged sprint car event at Berlin Raceway. (Photo Courtesy, Berlin Raceway/Arie Luyendyk Jr.)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

South Christian baseball team challenging for top spot in OK Gold

South Christian junior Davis Kemper fired a no-hitter against Cedar Springs last week. (Courtesy, Travis Kuhfeldt)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Wyoming senior Kalani Stowe reaches 600-strikeout record

Stowe became the first softball pitcher in Wyoming history to eclipse the 600-strikeout mark last week in a win over Comstock Park, registering 19-Ks that game. (Photo Courtesy, Marty Marzean)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor

Local News

“Wyoming’s Gathering Spot”: City of Wyoming celebrates grand opening of Godwin Mercado

“The Godwin Mercado is a project that embodies the best of what our community can achieve when we come together with purpose and vision,” said Wyoming Mayor Kent Vanderwood.

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

Woodland Mall Back to School Shopping Guide

Whether you’re shopping for elementary-school kiddos or college-bound young adults, Woodland Mall is your one-stop destination for students of all ages. (Photo, Courtesy, Woodland Mall)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Community invited to celebrate the Godwin Mercado grand opening on Aug. 16

The new farmers market and year-round event facility located at 301 36th Street will be unveiled to the public in a FREE family-friendly event.

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

Motown music filled the air as RocknSoul performed at the Kentwood Summer Concert Series

Based out of the Detroit area, RocknSoul brought the Motown sound to their Thursday performance behind Kentwood City Hall. (Photo Courtesy, RocknSoul)

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

What Hospice Isn’t: Common myths about end-of-life care

Myths and misconceptions surrounding hospice have caused people to delay accessing supportive end-of-life care they’re entitled to – or skip it entirely. (Photo Courtesy, Emmanuel Hospice from iStock)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Journal