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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

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

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

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Kentwood Farmers Market to include Back to School Bash and final concert of summer series: Sarena Rae Band

Kentwood Parks and Rec is hosting a Back to School Bash in conjunction with the final Kentwood Farmers Market of the season and a concert by the Sarena Rae Band Thursday at City Hall, 4900 Breton SE.

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

Experience “The Robot Zoo” before it leaves Grand Rapids Public Museum

The Robot Zoo is available at GRPM until Sept. 22 and features enormous and complex robotic animals.

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

FOUND: Wyoming Police locate endangered missing person

The Wyoming Police Department is asking for assistance in locating 67-year-old Patrick Mateo.

By:Wyoming Public Safety, deborah@wktv.org

Frankie V’s included in the Wyoming City Center development

After more than 40 years serving the Grand Rapids community, restaurateurs Frank and Wanda Vitale announce plans to semi-retire.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Fatal car/pedestrian accident Aug. 22 at Eastern Ave. and 48th St.

The pedestrian was pronounced dead upon arrival by medical personnel. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kentwood Police Department at 616-656-6580. 

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

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