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Wyoming breaks ground at future Godwin Mercado site on 36th Street

After years of community, vendor and market research, Godwin Mercado is now under construction.

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

South Christian claims third straight regional title; defense holds in 28-21 victory over Whitehall

South Christian advances to a D-4 semifinal game against Niles at 1 p.m. Saturday at Three Rivers High School. (Photo Courtesy, David Kool)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

30 years of fun in disguise: A beloved Wyoming icon will close its doors at year’s end

Randy and Gayle Vaartjes are retiring after three decades helping customers disguise themselves year-round through The Kostume Room.

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

Living by faith: Local author shares hope and life lessons through memoir, God Changed My Story

Author Tanisha Franklin shares her journey of faith and hope to encourage others.

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

Local Sports Update

East Kentwood quartet earns All-Region football honors 

East Kentwood offensive lineman Andrew Durr is one of four East Kentwood football players named to the Division 1 All-Region team by the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association. Kayd Coffman, Elijah Jones and James Jones also were chosen. (Photo Courtesy, Falcon News Network)

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

South Christian claims third straight regional title; defense holds in 28-21 victory over Whitehall

South Christian advances to a D-4 semifinal game against Niles at 1 p.m. Saturday at Three Rivers High School. (Photo Courtesy, David Kool)

By:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor, greer@wktv.org

Don’t miss WKTV’s 24th Annual Turkey Bowl featuring our local football Games of the Week

Our 15-Hour Thanksgiving Day Special features most of our WKTV Football Games of the Week this season. Look inside for more details! (Image Courtesy, pxhere.com)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor/Sports Director, greer@wktv.org

South Christian rallies to stun No. 1 Unity Christian 35-28 in district title game 

Carson Vis led the Sailors with a big game, connecting 12-of-16 passes for 171 yards and one touchdown and rushing 22 times for 127 yards and four TDs. (Courtesy, Murray Sports Photography)

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

South Christian beats Holland Christian 35-7 in playoff opener; faces undefeated Unity in District Finals Friday

South Christian senior quarterback Carson Vis once again led the Sailors offense, pacing the team with 123 rushing yards and three touchdowns on the ground and a passing touchdown. Check out our WKTV Friday Night Highlights of this game inside!

By:Ty Marzean, greer@wktv.org

Local News

Allegiant announces new routes to South Carolina and Florida with One-Way Fares as low as $59* 

The new routes from Ford Airport include Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, beginning May 22, 2025, and Jacksonville, Florida, beginning May 23, 2025 with one-way fares as low as $59.*

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Hospice for Parkinson’s enhances quality of life amid changing symptoms

When facing a life-limiting disease, hospice services can enhance quality of life, support caregivers and help keep patients at home. (Courtesy, Adobe Stock)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Holiday Light Parade signup for businesses and organizations by Dec. 1

The Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department is looking for businesses or organizations to be part of the annual Holiday Light Parade on Thursday, Dec. 5. Open story for more details.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Davenport first university to partner with Corewell Health on suicide prevention

The collegiate version of the Blue Envelope suicide prevention program has launched at Davenport, the first college to adopt the program.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Celebrate the holiday season with charitable activities, festive events and shopping at Woodland Mall

Santa will make his grand return to Woodland Mall with an indoor parade beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Nov. 16. Afterwards, the mall invites children to take photos with Santa and meet Anna and Elsa from Disney’s Frozen.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

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