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Wyoming High School News Team Tapes at WKTV

Wyoming High School students visit WKTV to record their Wyo News show

Wyoming High School students recorded WYO News with teacher Jon Bushen on Oct. 30. (Photo: WKTV)

By:Cris Greer, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

Wyoming Police investigate shooting on Fox Run Drive SW; one person injured

The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment, where he remains in critical, but stable condition. (Photo: WKTV/Deborah Reed)

By:Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Staff, greer@wktv.org

Calling all ghost hunters – The Haunted History Trail is coming to Michigan

The Branch District Library is one of many sites on the Haunted History Trail of Michigan. Unusual activity has been reported by staff, including footsteps, unexplained sounds and other strange occurrences. (Photo Courtesy: Haunted History Trail of Michigan/Amity Photos)

By:Lillian Reiner, Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Contributor, 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

Wyoming baseball uses strong pitching effort, timely hitting to defeat Union Tuesday in WKTV Truck Game

Wyoming pitcher Jack Terveen totaled 11 strikeouts and gave up only one hit in the Wolves’ 6-1 win over Grand Rapids Union. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Area boxers punch tickets to nationals at Golden Gloves state finals Saturday

Recent EGR grad Wyatt Alvarez won his first-ever state title at 165 pounds in the open division. All open division boxers advance to the Golden Gloves National Tournament of Champions from May 12-18 at Huntington Place in Detroit. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

West Michigan Golden Gloves finals produces plenty of high-level contests

Forest Hills Eastern grad Nasier Harris won the 156-pound novice title and outstanding novice boxer award. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

South Christian girls basketball team saves best for last with thrilling tournament run

After three playoff wins, including a district championship, the Sailors lost in a regional final to Vicksburg. (District Title Photo Courtesy David Kool)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Tri-unity boys win second state championship in three years with dominant win over Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart Saturday at MSU

The Defenders beat Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart 79-59 to claim another state title. (Photo Courtesy Becky Rillema)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor

Local News

Dementia or normal aging?

Slight declines in memory and cognition are typical with aging, but there are scenarios that call for further assessment. (Photo Courtesy, Care Resources)

By:Care Resources, greer@wktv.org

Roosevelt Diggs brings a melting pot of American music to Thursday’s Kentwood Summer Concert Series

A versatile band, Roosevelt Diggs blends country, blues, rock and roll, folk and blue grass into a melting pot of true Americana music. (Photo Courtesy, Jeff Brinn)

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

Celebrate National Night Out with Kentwood on Tuesday, Aug. 5

National Night Out is an annual event celebrated across the country that seeks to promote community-police partnerships and encourage residents to connect with their neighbors, community leaders and local police and fire personnel. It also features appearances by superheroes, face painting, balloon twisting, a photo station and giveaways.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Mobile food pantry schedule for Kent County, July 21-Aug. 19

Open for a list of mobile food pantry locations open to the community. Each listing consists of date, time, location and drive-thru or walk-thru designation.

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

Phabies to showcase eclectic mix of original songs at Lamar Park on July 22

Phabies’ unique sound unashamedly crosses genres, creating an eclectic mix of original alternative rock / pop music.

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

WKTV Journal