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Kentwood Police to host National Drug Take Back Day Event Oct. 24 

Photo from a previous Kentwood National Drug Take Back Day. (Photo Courtesy: City of Kentwood)

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

Start Garden: Michigan’s largest entrepreneur competition to award more than $500,000 in funding Oct. 22

Start Garden’s annual Demo Day on Oct. 22 will showcase the 50 finalists’ ideas and new funding options. (Photo Courtesy: Start Garden)

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

City of Wyoming appoints Eric Wiler as next Wyoming Police Chief

Wiler assumes the position of Police Chief, effective Feb. 4, 2027, immediately following Chief Kip Snyder’s retirement in Feb. 2027. In this role, Wiler will lead a team of nearly 103 full-time sworn officers and 21 civilian personnel. (Photo Courtesy, City of Wyoming)

By:Wyoming-Kentwood News Today Staff, 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

Kelloggsville seeing improvement despite 35-7 loss to Laingsburg

Senior QB Jeremie Tsoumou scored on a 50-yard TD run for Kelloggsville on Thursday. (WKTV/Hayden Passig)

By:Zach Fanko, WKTV Contributor

South Christian erupts for school-record 66 points in season-opener; Carson Vis tosses 6 TDs, runs one

South Christian quarterback Carson Vis completed 12-of-14 passes for 326 yards and six touchdowns. (Courtesy, Eric Walstra)

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

East Kentwood downs Hartland 35-10 in weather-shortened opener

“To our credit we remained poised and confident in the game plan,” said East Kentwood Coach Tony Kimbrough.

By:Zach Fanko, WKTV Contributor

Riding a 5-TD game from newcomer Clarence Lewis, Lee blanks host Baldwin 50-0 in opener

Basketball star turned running back Clarence Lewis rushed for 110 yards and five touchdowns on 12 carries in his first career start for the Legends.

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor

Veteran East Kentwood football team primed to contend for OK Red title

The left side of East Kentwood’s offensive line is handled by the Granderson brothers. Senior Rylan Granderson (6-3, 310) lines up at left tackle with junior Matthias Granderson (6-2, 264) stationed at left guard.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Local News

“Mujeres in Business – Breaking Barriers”: Davenport University to Celebrate Women’s International Day with community event

“Mujeres in Business: Breaking Barriers” is an empowering networking event featuring a panel of eight Latina entrepreneurs on March 20.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

“Lunch n Learn” event forges connections between local police, community and city officials

Over 70 community members, city and county officials, and law enforcement officers attended the iCI Nation “Lunch n Learn” event on March 12.

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

Wyoming Police Department investigates shooting on March 15

One person is injured after a shooting in the 1200 block of Rathbone Street SW in Wyoming.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Kentwood to host Hiring Event for seasonal positions March 26

The Job Fair (Wednesday, March 26) will spotlight Parks and Recreation, Public Works Opportunities. (Image Courtesy, City of Kentwood)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

A month of celebration: Rivertown Crossings announces first-ever BLOOM campaign

BLOOM’s month-long festivities allow greater Grand Rapids community members to take part in sustainable practices and seasonal activities.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

WKTV Journal