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East Kentwood hosts qualifying tournament for robotics competition on March 29 and 30

Start your spring break with this fun and free event that “combines the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology.” (First Robotics Competition Website)

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Grand Rapids’ influential women share 100 years of resilience and unwavering community dedication

The Women’s City Club provides a century of community service and impact while overcoming decades of challenges.

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

Ford International Airport anticipating record 195,000 passengers for spring break

The airport is expected to be 16% above its 2023 spring break travel levels, which was a record-breaking year. (Photo Courtesy, Ford Airport)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Annual Easter Egg Scramble to take place at Lamar Park on March 30

Over 10,000 Easter eggs have been readied in preparation for the annual scramble!

By:JCI South Kent

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:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

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

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:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

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:Greg Chrapek, WKTV Contributor

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:Ty Marzean, WKTV Contributor

Local News

Suspect in custody following bank robbery at Wyoming Fifth Third Bank

Wyoming Police are continuing to investigate circumstances surrounding a recent bank robbery.

By:Wyoming Police Department

Flights of Fantasy: Michigan author provides opportunity for writers to submit to community service anthology

The Flights of Fantasy anthology is currently accepting submissions – writers of all ages are invited to contribute!

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

Enjoy spring break shopping at Woodland Mall

Whether you’re getting ready for a trip or looking to make the most of a staycation, see what Woodland Mall has to offer. (Pictured: Dry Goods pink swimsuits. Photo Courtesy, Woodland Mall)

By:Woodland Mall, greer@wktv.org

Write Michigan winners give inside look into inspiration behind winning stories

Winners of the Write Michigan short story contest are selected from a pool of 1,150 entrants – and bring us behind the scenes.

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

Ford International Airport ranked among world’s best for guest experience

Gerald R. Ford International Airport has been recognized as one of the top-performing airports globally for guest experience by Airports Council International World’s 2023 Airport Service Quality Awards.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV Journal