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Dozens of families brave the dark for annual Yeti hunt at Stanaback Park; CHECK OUT OUR COOL NEW VIDEO!
Yard signs, Yeti footprints, patches of fur and other clues and fun facts were scattered along the short loop trail located at 3717 Whitebud Drive SE in Kentwood. CHECK OUT THIS COOL YETI HUNT VIDEO! (WKTV/Ruth Thornton)
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Grand Rapids Civic Theatre announces 100th Anniversary lineup; eight inaugural and legacy productions
In addition to these exciting titles, an equally special announcement is the continuation of affordable and accessible theatre with “Pick Your Price Wednesdays.” (Photo Courtesy, Grand Rapids Civic Theatre)
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Midwestern flavors meet Mexico; WKTV producer finds Michigan connection in Puerto Vallarta Chili Cookoff
Detroit native Karl Griggs wins Puerto Vallarta Chili Cookoff with grandma’s recipe. (Photo Courtesy, Patty Williams)
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Top 100 Global Child Prodigy Award winner emphasizes “kindness” at local State of the Child conference
A 15-year-old youth advocate and speaker educates 400+ community professionals on what it means to run the race of kindness.
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Local Sports Update
East Kentwood opens playoffs with 49-point outburst in win over Grand Ledge; Falcons total 555 yards
East Kentwood was firing on all cylinders Friday in its 49-15 Division 1 playoff-opening win over Grand Ledge. South Christian, Kelloggsville and Godwin Heights all fell in the first round. (Photo, Eli Reed)
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Four area football teams begin playoffs Friday; Check out all the details inside!
Click open this story to read all the great details and coach comments about the following local teams that qualified for the MHSAA state playoffs: Godwin Heights, Kelloggsville, East Kentwood and South Christian.
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Kelloggsville turns back Holland to secure spot in state football playoffs; Keyontae Gibson gets 416 yards and five TDs
Kelloggsville running back Keyontae Gibson turned in a game to remember. Check out all the details inside!
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CHECK THIS OUT: Watch our latest WKTV Friday Night Highlights show of the season (10-24-25)
Don’t miss these new and exciting WKTV Friday Night Highlights from local football games! OPEN HERE!
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Davenport breaks point-total record with 75-23 win over visiting Roosevelt Saturday
Coach Sparky McEwen’s Panthers, who improved their GLIAC record to 3-2, 4-3 overall, set team and individual records during the win, including the most points in a single contest. Look inside for more details.
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UPDATE: 41-year-old female dies in car/pedestrian accident Monday night in Kentwood
It is believed that one or more vehicles involved left the scene, according to the Kentwood Police Department. Investigating Officers are asking for anyone who witnessed the incident to call Sgt. Carey at 616-656-6561.
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Wyoming Police Department investigates felonious assault and shots fired complaint
Wyoming Police responded to a report of a person threatening construction workers with a rifle in the 4300 block of Thorndyke Ave SW.
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Former poet laureate of Grand Rapids, Patricia Clark, provides a glimpse into the mind of a poet
Patricia Clark has written countless poems, published several volumes of poetry and received multitudes of accolades for her works. She is also one of the only poets to have a poem land on the moon.
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Former Lions quarterback Eric Hipple shares glory days, mental health tragedies and hope in an exclusive WKTV interview
Eric Hipple has certainly experienced the highs and lows that life brings. Click here to read about his remarkable journey. (Photo Courtesy, Eric Hipple)
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KPD partners with Sam’s Club for “Cram the Cruiser” event to benefit Kentwood Little Free Pantry
With demand running high, the pantry has been running low, and this event provides an opportunity for the community to help stock it for residents in need. Open for times and dates.
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