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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

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Coming Soon to this Space: Lots of WKTV Local Football Coverage

Our Friday Night Highlights show is coming soon, along with our in-depth Journal coverage of the Wyoming and Kentwood area football teams, as well as our Truck Games of the Week. Look inside for our WKTV GOW sked.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Kentwood Parks and Rec Department soccer leagues remain popular

The Kentwood Parks and Recreation soccer leagues have been going strong for over 20 years, with four leagues taking place in the summer totaling 23 teams.

By:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

Kentwood’s adult softball league is all about fun — and maybe a little competition

The Creamsicles are all smiles after getting their first win of the summer in Kentwood’s adult softball league.

By:K.D. Norris, WKTV Contributor

Local News

Consumers Energy offers energy bill help options for seniors in need

Customers can get peace of mind with energy bill payments by taking advantage of this free Senior Check-in program.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

UPDATE: Wyoming Police Department investigates shooting, arrest suspect

One person is injured after a shooting in the 2700 Block of Clyde Park Avenue SW.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

State of the Child conference on March 10 features local teens, discussion on challenges youth face

Local teens, community leaders and experts will convene to discuss the toughest challenges youth currently face and how to provide support.

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

Arts and culture sector in Grand Rapids has annual $300 million economic impact

The Arts & Culture Collective of Grand Rapids institutions attract nearly 1.3 million visitors each year to the Greater Grand Rapids area and employ 2,500 individuals.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Swordsmanship Museum and Academy offers high-intensity combat, historical education, community building

The Museum attracts those who enjoy fantasy, history and athleticism, with classes starting at $80 and events that can be attended for free. Click here to read more and to watch a video. (Photo, Jaylah Lewis)

By:Jaylah Lewis, WKTV Intern, and Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Journal