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City huddles together in cold weather for Kentwood Annual Tree Lighting
A large crowd of Kentwood residents gathered on a frigid Thursday evening to celebrate the annual Tree Lighting with Mayor Stephen Kepley. Click here for more pictures and a video of the fun events. (WKTV)
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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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Ford Airport welcomes local choirs for Annual Holiday Music Festival
The 29th Annual Music Festival takes place from December 8-12 in the Airport Grand Hall, located just before the TSA checkpoint. Daily performances run between 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
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Consumers Energy provides assistance to help Michigan seniors stay safe and warm this winter
People ages 65+ are eligible for Consumers Energy bill credits and shut-off protection.
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Local Sports Update
From wrestling to cross country to the classroom, Lee senior Kaylee Ochoa stays busy
Wyoming Lee Athletic Director Andre Sargent said Ochoa demonstrates exceptional leadership, character and balance in every aspect of life. (Photo Courtesy, Kaylee Ochoa)
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East Kentwood boys open season with big win; looking to make waves
Senior guard Randy Chapman (pictured) led the Falcons with 18 points, while junior guard CJ Reynolds added 17. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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Grand River Prep senior excels on the course and in the classroom
Elijah Lipscomb has accumulated a long list of accomplishments in cross country along with a 4.27 GPA in high school. (Photo Courtesy, Isela Pronger)
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East Kentwood gets revenge over Hudsonville, brings home regional championship Saturday
Falcon senior QB Kayd Coffman completed 21-of-32 passes for 272 yards and two touchdowns, and ran the ball 12 times for 210 yards and three touchdowns. (Photo Courtesy, Falcon News Network)
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East Kentwood scores 49 points for third straight week in district title win; open story for great video highlights
East Kentwood quarterback Kayd Coffman had an impressive game completing 16-of-22 passes for 372 yards and five touchdowns and rushing for 96 yards on nine carries. (WKTV, Greg Chrapek)
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City of Wyoming selects Nicole Hofert as Deputy City Manager
Hofert brings years of municipal experience to new role, including most recently as the City’s Community and Economic Development Director.
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Kentwood Police respond to “shots fired” Tuesday evening
One 18-year-old male and one 17-year-old male subject matching the description were located shortly after the call walking in the area. Open for more details.
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“Your voice matters” – Community conversations with State Rep. John Fitzgerald
Rep. Fitzgerald invited members of the community to Community Conversation at The Stray in Wyoming for an open and meaningful discussion about concerns and priorities of the community.
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City of Wyoming winter parking ordinance now in effect
From Dec. 1 – March 31, the odd-even ordinance requires people to alternate the side of the street they park on between 12 a.m. and 6 p.m.
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Let It Snow: Kent District Library kicks off annual reading challenge for adults and teens
KDL’s Let It Snow reading challenge provides a choose-your-own-reading adventure for adults and teens that will keep readers reading all winter long.
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