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Make Moves Dance & Fitness is making big “moves” among local residents

Local co-ed dance classes combine movement and fitness – and a whole lot of fun!

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

Ford International Airport welcomes new Southwest Airlines service to Las Vegas in October

This new service – currently served by one other carrier at Ford Airport – is scheduled to operate on the carrier’s Boeing 737, offering nonstop flights on select weekdays and weekends.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Department of Public Works and Kent County Road Commission to host community open house during National Public Works Week

The event takes place from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 22 at the Kentwood Department of Public Works.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Volunteers needed for Wyoming community tree planting event May 17

Trees provide incredible benefits to the communities in which they are planted and leave a lasting environmental legacy.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Local Sports Update

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

South Christian girls soccer team ranked fourth in Division 3

South Christian forward Alexa Boersma (5) scored nine goals in the first 11 games of the season. (Photo Courtesy, Brian Nitz)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Local News

Fatal accident on 60th St. and Wing Ave. Monday in Kentwood

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kentwood Police Department at 616-656-6580.  Anonymous tips can be submitted through Silent Observer at 616-774-2345 or SilentObserver.org.

By:Kentwood Police, greer@wktv.org

Hospice uniquely qualified to assist caregivers in ‘Sandwich Generation’

Hospice care can help family members cope and develop strategies for challenges posed by being a part of the sandwich generation while caring for a loved one with a serious, life-limiting illness. (Emmanuel Hospice/iStock)

By:Care Resources, greer@wktv.org

Women are urged to embrace a season of renewal at local Spring Outta Stuck event May 17!

Spring Outta Stuck aims to renew and empower women to overcome obstacles in a safe environment.

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

Wyoming resident sustains injuries during weekend shooting

Wyoming Police continue to investigate weekend shooting that leaves male Wyoming resident injured.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

City of Kentwood to host Bark for the Park event on May 16

Kentwood’s annual Bark for the Park event raises funds for new dog park amenities at Kellogg Woods Park. (Photo Courtesy, City of Kentwood)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

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