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Snapshots: Wyoming, Kentwood news you ought to know

By WKTV Staff

victoria@wktv.org

Quote of the Day

“Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.”

Mark Twain


A kaleidoscope of cultures

Immigrants in 1892

For many of our immigrant ancestors, the process of coming to this country was relatively simple. It is much more complicated today. Understanding your own family history and immigration story can help put the current discussion about immigration in context. Go here for more info.



A timely topic, discussed

From right to left: Emily Bridson, Skot Welch, Patti Caudill, and Ken Norris. (WKTV)

The latest episode of WKTV Journal’s In Focus series of podcasts focuses on the anti-discrimination public policies — a timely topic as the City of Grand Rapids City Commission just this last passed a Human Rights Ordnance which will be the basis of the formation of future public policies. Go here.



Make one wish — or a hundred

Magic is everywhere!

Egads! It’s that time of year again — when insects seek a nice, cozy place to spend the winter. Meet your new neighbors here.



Fun fact:

Something in common

See? They even walk like us.

The beaks of octopuses and squids (yes, they have beaks) are made of keratin, the same material that a bird’s beak — and our fingernails — are made of. Say hello to your newfound relatives.