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“CHIHULY at Meijer Gardens” exhibition reveals intimate look into artist’s vision; features decades of groundbreaking art
Presented by Macatawa Bank and running until Nov. 1, 2026, CHIHULY features works of nationally acclaimed artist Dale Chihuly across the 158-acre outdoor landscapes of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. (WKTV/Deborah Reed/2026)
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Sweet Adelines place second in regional contest; advance to International competition in Seattle
Their high finish advanced them to the International Competition in Oct. 2027 in Seattle. (Photo: WKTV/Colleen Pierson)
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Kentwood invites community to Kickoff to Summer Celebration on Saturday, June 6
The celebration features food trucks, live music and more. (Photo: City of Kentwood: Used with Permission)
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Kentwood Police and two other agencies execute search warrant Thursday on South Division in ongoing narcotics investigation
Officers also recovered two handguns in the operation. There are no outstanding suspects related to this investigation, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
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Local Sports Update
East Kentwood trio helping boys basketball team navigate rugged schedule
Junior Jah Hatchett (pictured) leads the team in scoring with 17 points per game, but also dishes out five assists, five rebounds and four steals per game. Christian Humphrey-Rembert and CJ Reynolds round out the talented trio. (Photo Courtesy, Cristian Salas-Salinas and Nuha Hussein)
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Godwin Heights stays in hunt for league title with 76-48 win over Comstock Park
Jacari Jones (0) applies defensive pressure during Tuesday’s game with Comstock Park. Jones and Isaiah Guyton led the Wolverines with 12 points apiece. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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Check out our latest WKTV Friday Night Highlights show (Feb. 2) featuring many cool clips
Click here to see our latest basketball highlights show featuring many area high school teams in action the week of Jan. 29-Feb. 2.
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Catholic Central uses big second quarter in win against rival South Christian Friday
South Christian’s David Kemper puts up a shot during Friday’s game at Catholic Central. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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Tri-unity loses 62-61 heartbreaker to Schoolcraft on last-second tip-in
Joey Mellon (24) had a career night with 19 points, including a tip-in to give the Defenders a late lead. (Photo Courtesy, Becky Rillema)
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Boil Water Advisory in place for Kentwood customers on City of Wyoming Water System
The areas of Kentwood under the boil water advisory are east of Division Avenue to Madison Avenue and from the north side of Maplelawn Street to south of Harp Street. Open story for more details.
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Operation Babylift: 50th anniversary of history’s largest aerial evacuation to be commemorated at Ford Museum on May 9
The Vietnamese American community of West Michigan will honor President Ford’s legacy of giving new hope to thousands of refugees with a special program free to the public.
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Kentwood Community Cleanup Day May 3
The City of Kentwood will offer its annual Community Cleanup Day on Saturday, May 3, to help residents “spring clean” their home and yard. Look inside for more details.
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Kentwood Public Schools breaks ground on state-of-the-art Multipurpose Indoor Facility
The 107,000-square-foot facility will serve as a hub for athletics, recreation, educational programming, and large community and school gatherings.
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884 measles cases confirmed across the United States; Michigan and Kent County health officials react to the arrival
In Michigan, there have been nine confirmed cases of measles, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. (Image Courtesy, pxhere.com)
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