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Godwin Mercado Farmers Market to Celebrate Grand Opening May 3
The opening day will feature a variety of activities for all ages, including farmers market bingo, yard games, and a visit from the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum’s Kids Can! Van. Attendees also can take advantage of free blood pressure checks provided by UM Health-West. (WKTV/Deborah Reed)
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Kentwood Community Cleanup Day set for Saturday, May 2
Kentwood residents can drop off yard waste, household items, furniture and general debris for disposal and electronics for recycling 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kentwood Public Works Department, 5068 Breton Ave. SE. Proof of Kentwood residency is required.
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City of Wyoming announces Odd/Even Outdoor Water Restrictions May 1–June 15; affects 11 communities
The restriction does not affect water used for drinking and bathing. It limits when residents and businesses can water lawns, landscaping and fill pools to minimize the burden on the city’s water treatment plant during construction of the third transmission main.
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Special Election May 5; Local voters to decide on proposals for Kentwood and Wyoming Public Schools
Next Tuesday, May 5, a Special Election will be held to vote on two local school district proposals: Kentwood Public Schools and Wyoming Public Schools. Click open to read the proposals. (Image, pxhere.com)
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Local Sports Update
Green flag set to drop at Berlin Raceway Saturday; 75th season of racing
Racing begins at 4 p.m. Saturday with all four classes of cars set to hit the pavement: Super Late Models, Limited Late Models, Sportsman and 4-Cylinders. Berlin Raceway Opening Day 2026. (Photo: Berlin Raceway: Used with Permission)
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Check out our WKTV Friday Night Highlights Robotics edition featuring the FIRST Robotics Michigan District event at East Kentwood
Our WKTV crew got highlights of the following local teams: East Kentwood Red Storm Robotics, Wyoming Demons and Godwin Heights Robosnacks from Day 2 of the competition. CHECK OUT OUR SHOW INSIDE!
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Boxers earn trips to national tournament after winning crowns at state Golden Gloves finals
Steven Ramirez (right) is joined by his coach as he displays his state title trophy at the Michigan Golden Gloves Championships after defeating Siderio Mitchell. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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WKTV Friday Night Highlights Golden Gloves PART 1; check out the great boxing action!
BOXING FANS: Click the headline to find our WKTV Friday Night Highlights Golden Gloves show PART 1 with exciting action and interviews!
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South Christian girls wrap winning hoops season in Division 2 state semifinals; finish 27-1
The South Christian girls basketball team with their Division 2 Regional trophy. The Sailors finished the season at 27-1. (WKTV/Pat Moll)
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Butterflies take flight: Meijer Gardens expect a quarter million visitors for 31st annual exhibition
A golden Helicon butterfly from Central and South America. (WKTV/Ruth Thornton)
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Kentwood invites community to 8th Annual Limb Loss Awareness 5k April 25
Now in its eighth year, this inclusive event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. Featured events include a 5K run/walk and a one-mile children’s fun run. CLICK OPEN FOR MORE DETAILS! (Photo: City of Kentwood: Used with Permission)
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Hudsonville Public Schools keep students inside after bear sighting in Georgetown Township
The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Baldwin St. and 42nd Ave. on several reports that came into the Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority of a bear sighting on the morning of April 17. Open for more details.
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Iconic Flowerland garden center closes Wyoming doors, continues to serve community at Alpine and Kentwood locations
The name Flowerland has been synonymous with “garden center” and “personalized service” in the greater Grand Rapids area for the past 77 years. The Flowerland reputation and service remains intact, just within two locations instead of its previous three. (1967 New Flowerland Building. {Photo: Flowerland: Used with Permission})
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Grand Rapids Public Museum celebrates opening of Expanding Curiosity Riverfront Expansion
This new riverfront space expands public access and strengthens connections to the Grand River through outdoor education. (Photo: Grand Rapids Public Museum: Used with Permission)
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