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A Flying Jewel: Two artists share love of art and science through seven-foot “Pixels of Life” mosaic
This seven-foot hummingbird mosaic, made of 10,000 hand-painted LEGO bricks, and its 10-foot hand-painted backdrop can be found at KDL’s Wyoming Branch.
By:Sunday Night Funnies second annual 50+ comedy show to be held in honor of Older Americans Month
Comedians age 50+ will be performing at a special May 5 event hosted by the Sunday Night Funnies.
By:Kentwood to celebrate Arbor Day with community event and tree seedling giveaway
Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley (far right) at last year’s Arbor Day celebration. This year’s event begins at noon on Friday, April 26 at Pinewood Park, 1999 Wolfboro Drive SE. (Photo Courtesy, City of Kentwood)
By:Spring Migration in Michigan is On! Which Birds to Expect?
The Scarlet Tanager is one of many beautiful birds migrating back to Michigan in the spring. (Courtesy, pixabay.com)
By:Local Sports Update
Area boxers punch tickets to nationals at Golden Gloves state finals Saturday
Recent EGR grad Wyatt Alvarez won his first-ever state title at 165 pounds in the open division. All open division boxers advance to the Golden Gloves National Tournament of Champions from May 12-18 at Huntington Place in Detroit. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
By:Local school’s youth wrestling program produces results, sends first student to wrestling State Finals!
Dahmari Lee advances to the MYWAY State Championships through hard work and perseverance.
By:West Michigan Golden Gloves finals produces plenty of high-level contests
Forest Hills Eastern grad Nasier Harris won the 156-pound novice title and outstanding novice boxer award. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
By:South Christian girls basketball team saves best for last with thrilling tournament run
After three playoff wins, including a district championship, the Sailors lost in a regional final to Vicksburg. (District Title Photo Courtesy David Kool)
By:Tri-unity boys win second state championship in three years with dominant win over Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart Saturday at MSU
The Defenders beat Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart 79-59 to claim another state title. (Photo Courtesy Becky Rillema)
By:Local News
You’ve filed your taxes; now do something else important for you and your loved ones
Completing an advance directive outlining your end-of-life wishes can serve as a final gift of clarity for loved ones. (Photo Courtesy, Emmanuel Hospice)
By:Wyoming Police Department investigates fatal crash
One person is dead after a crash on 54th Street SW over US-131.
By:“The Third Chapter” – New Beacon Hill Living community focuses on graceful and intentional aging
More active lifestyles are creating the need for seniors ages 55 and up to find housing where they can age in place.
By:Ford International Airport breaks ground on $135 Million Terminal Enhancement Project
Michigan’s second largest airport will expand by 175,000 square feet. Pictured is a rendering of the Terminal Enhancement Project.
By:City of Kentwood and Mary Free Bed partner to host Limb Loss Awareness 5K on Saturday, April 27
The all-ages, all-abilities event will kick off with packet pickup at 9 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, 355 48th St. SE, followed by a “Show Your Mettle” photo at 9:45 a.m. The race begins at 10 a.m.
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