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Dozens of families brave the dark for annual Yeti hunt at Stanaback Park; CHECK OUT OUR COOL NEW VIDEO!
Yard signs, Yeti footprints, patches of fur and other clues and fun facts were scattered along the short loop trail located at 3717 Whitebud Drive SE in Kentwood. CHECK OUT THIS COOL YETI HUNT VIDEO! (WKTV/Ruth Thornton)
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Grand Rapids Civic Theatre announces 100th Anniversary lineup; eight inaugural and legacy productions
In addition to these exciting titles, an equally special announcement is the continuation of affordable and accessible theatre with “Pick Your Price Wednesdays.” (Photo Courtesy, Grand Rapids Civic Theatre)
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Midwestern flavors meet Mexico; WKTV producer finds Michigan connection in Puerto Vallarta Chili Cookoff
Detroit native Karl Griggs wins Puerto Vallarta Chili Cookoff with grandma’s recipe. (Photo Courtesy, Patty Williams)
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Top 100 Global Child Prodigy Award winner emphasizes “kindness” at local State of the Child conference
A 15-year-old youth advocate and speaker educates 400+ community professionals on what it means to run the race of kindness.
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Local Sports Update
Don’t miss these local basketball clips! WKTV Friday Night Highlights (1-12-26)
Check out these new and exciting WKTV Friday Night Highlights local basketball clips featuring hosts Bill Rohn and Tom Conquest.
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South Christian holds off West Catholic in early-season girls basketball showdown; stays perfect at 7-0
In a showdown between two of the premier Division 2 girls basketball teams in the state, South Christian held off a furious West Catholic second-half rally to grab a 73-62 win. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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Host Lee boys defeat Holland at inaugural Be Legendary Showcase Saturday at Grace Christian
Grace Christian University was home to some outstanding high school basketball Saturday and the host Lee Legends capped off the inaugural tournament with a strong defensive effort in defeating Holland 59-42. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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From wrestling to cross country to the classroom, Lee senior Kaylee Ochoa stays busy
Wyoming Lee Athletic Director Andre Sargent said Ochoa demonstrates exceptional leadership, character and balance in every aspect of life. (Photo Courtesy, Kaylee Ochoa)
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South Christian girls welcome back veteran core, off to strong start this season
The Sailors were 24-3 last year and co-champions of the OK Gold with West Catholic at 11-1 each. Senior Sophia Prins is expected to be one of the leaders. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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Record-breaking year for Ford International Airport; 4.3 million passengers in 2025
The Ford Aiport is celebrating a record-breaking year with festivities on Jan. 28. (Photo Courtesy, Ford Airport)
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Three dogs died, one rescued in early morning house fire in Wyoming
The neighbor called 911 after seeing smoke and flames at this house at 2048 Flossie Ave. SW Wyoming. (WKTV/Owen Herzenstiel)
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Ford International Airport FLITE Program announces selection of companies to test air travel solutions
$170 thousand in grants were awarded to Innovative Air Travel Solutions. Pictured: Airtrek Robotics will demonstrate autonomous wingwalking robots to test in a real-world FBO setting. (Photo Courtesy, Ford Airport)
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A quest to save a rare Michigan butterfly has high hopes; Poweshiek skipperling all but disappeared
The once common Poweshiek skipperling is getting an international helping hand for survival, including from John Ball Zoo. (Photo Courtesy, Ruth Thornton/WKTV Contributor)
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100+ car pile-up on Interstate 196 between Hudsonville and Zeeland closes highway Monday morning; Highway Now Re-opened
There were 10 total persons injured with non-life threatening injuries and 25 motorists were transported to Hudsonville High School. Both directions of I-196 re-opened Thursday night. (Photo Courtesy, Alan Levine, pxhere.com)
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