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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

City of Wyoming winter parking ordinance now in effect

From Dec. 1 – March 31, the odd-even ordinance requires people to alternate the side of the street they park on between 12 a.m. and 6 p.m.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Kentwood Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Stationary Holiday Parade Dec. 4

The City of Kentwood will host its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and debut a new Stationary Holiday Parade on Thursday, Dec. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kent District Library – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch, 4950 Breton Ave. SE.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Local Sports Update

Hudsonville squeaks past East Kentwood with touchdown on final play of game

It was a showdown for first place in the OK Red Friday when East Kentwood traveled to Hudsonville. The contest lived up to all the hype and then some as the Eagles edged the Falcons 43-42. (Photo Courtesy, Eli Reed)

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

Michigan Tech edges host Davenport Saturday

Davenport receiver Earnest Sanders caught a 21-yard touchdown pass from Grant Thwaites in their 16-14 loss. (Photo Courtesy, Brandon Petryszyn)

By:Bill Rohn, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Laker quarterback Brady Drogosh scores 3 rushing touchdowns in 37-14 win over Davenport

GVSU scored three first-half touchdowns, then held Davenport scoreless in the third and fourth quarters. (Brady Drogosh scoring on one of his three TDs. Photo Courtesy, Grand Valley State University)

By:Bill Rohn, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

LOOK at our latest WKTV Friday Night Highlights show of the season (10-03-25)

Don’t miss these new and exciting highlights from several local football games from our latest Friday Night Highlights show of the season! Open here!

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

East Kentwood starts fast, scores often against West Ottawa; showdown with Hudsonville next

There was no looking ahead to this Friday’s key OK Red showdown with Hudsonville for the East Kentwood football team as the Falcons struck early and often to defeat West Ottawa.

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

Local News

Signs your aging loved one needs support while maintaining independence

Support is available for families noticing concerns in aging loved ones this holiday season that can help them continue living safely in their own home.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Kentwood Police charge physical therapist with criminal sexual conduct

The alleged assaults occurred at a local Corewell Health Facility between Jan. 1 through April 1. The victim, a female from the City of Grand Rapids, was seeing her physical therapist for routine scheduled treatments when the alleged assaults occurred.

By:WKTV Staff

Between Rosie the Riveter and Sons of the American Revolution, Marine Corps vet Eric Winters is deeply connected to history

Eric Winters and his son James are not only Sons of the American Revolution, but also belong to the American Rosie the Riveter Association.

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

Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley wins fourth term

Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley was elected to serve a fourth term after defeating challenger Monica Sparks, who’s in her fourth term as a Kent County Commissioner (District 12).

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

Voters approve $29.75M bond proposal, sinking fund millage renewal for Wyoming Public Schools

The approved bond will provide support for WPS day-to-day district operations and complete projects identified in their long-range Facility Master Plan.

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

WKTV Journal