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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
Basketball and Friday Night Highlights taking a winter weather break; all area games canceled
Despite Friday’s cancellations, our crew was out Tuesday getting clips we’ll show next week. Also, look inside for last week’s show if you missed it. Thanks!
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WKTV Friday Night Highlights is Back! Check out our second show of the basketball season featuring local high schools
Click here to see our latest show.
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South Christian falls to Catholic Central as last-second shot bounces off rim
Carson Vis led the Sailors with 20 points, including four three-point baskets. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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Tri-unity Christian boys knock off Potterville 71-16 Thursday
Senior captains Owen Rosendall (pictured) and Jordan VanKlompenberg scored 11 points apiece in the win. (Photo Courtesy Becky Rillema from a previous game)
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WKTV Friday Night Highlights is Back! Check out our first show of the basketball season featuring local high schools
Click here to see our first Friday Night Highlights show of the basketball season featuring many local boys and girls teams.
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Storytelling abounds as former L.A. animation production manager moves to Grand Rapids, opens bookstore
Cellar Bird Books offers visitors a wide variety of books, locally made gifts, and book club experiences.
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Kentwood Police Department invites community to Prescription Drug Take Back Event on April 26
The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kentwood Police Department, 4742 Walma Ave. SE.
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Kentwood names longtime Economic Development Planner Lisa Golder as Community Development Director
Golder was unanimously appointed to the director role by the City Commission during its March 24 meeting. She succeeds Terry Schweitzer, who is retiring in early April. Open for more details.
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Kentwood invites community to Arbor Day Celebration April 25
The April 25 event features tree planting and giveaways. From April 22-25, free tree seedlings will be available for residents. Open for more details.
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“There are angels at Mary Free Bed”: Stroke victim shares journey of healing through local rehabilitation center
Wyoming native Carol Jennings suffered a stroke that paralyzed her right side and rendered speech nearly impossible. Mary Free Bed helped Jennings regain her life.
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