City of Kentwood

WKTV Friday Night Highlights is Back! Check out our first show of the basketball season

Click here to see our first Friday Night Highlights show of the basketball season featuring many local boys and girls teams.

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

December mobile food pantry dates/locations in Wyoming and Kentwood

By Deborah Reed WKTV Managing Editor deborah@wktv.org Feeding America West Michigan (FAWM) works to provide a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products and baked [Read More]

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

Ford International Airport wins Prestigious Peggy G. Hereford Award from Airports Council International – North America

From left: Heather Shelbrack, Haley Abbas, Heidi Groenboom and Kevin M. Burke. (Photo Courtesy, Airports Council International – North America)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Police Department enhances safety and technology as part of voter-approved millage

The new Officer Safety Plan makes KPD the first in area to use Advanced Body Cameras. (Photo of Axon Body 4 camera courtesy, Axon)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Tree Lighting and Parade offered plenty of warmth on a cold Friday night

“We want people to know they belong here and are part of this community,” said Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley after the tree lighting. Look inside for more festive photos!

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

Holiday Gift Guide at Woodland Mall

Look inside for a variety of gift ideas at Woodland Mall.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

WKTV launches “Create, Inspire, Connect” campaign to power community-driven media forward

The initiative aims to strengthen WKTV’s unique role as the only organization providing comprehensive media services that connect and strengthen Wyoming, Kentwood and greater Grand Rapids communities.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood breaks ground on new state-of-the-art Community Center Dec. 5

From Left: Grand Rapids Rise Coach Cathy George, Grand Rapids Griffins President Tim Gortsema, Kentwood Mayor Stephen Kepley, and Kentwood Commissioners, Betsy Artz, Dustin Moseley, Clarkston Morgan, Jessica Ann Tyson, and David Moore.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kent District Library announces Community Impact Scholarship

The Community Impact Scholarship will provide direct support to area individuals pursuing their dreams through college or trade school.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Children of all ages invited to annual Cookies with Santa on Dec. 14!

Children of all ages are welcome at the South Kent Junior Chamber’s free, family-friendly event.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Strengthening our cities: iCI Nation builds bridges between community and local law enforcement

A local nonprofit provides a healthy environment for the community to build trust with law enforcement as they unite to protect and serve local cities.

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

WKTV Voices receives grant to continue storytelling by local veterans

WKTV is proud to announce receiving a grant from the Wyoming Community Foundation to help continue its mission of sharing stories of local veterans in West Michigan. Look inside for more details.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor, and Josh Weston, WKTV Fundraising and Outreach Specialist

Kentwood to host Community Center Groundbreaking Ceremony Thursday, Dec. 5

The event takes place at 4 pm. at the construction site, 4755 Walma Ave. SE, and features remarks from Mayor Stephen Kepley and special guests. (Rendering Courtesy, City of Kentwood)

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Ford International Airport welcomes local school choirs for 28th Annual Holiday Music Festival

The Holiday Music Festival takes place the week of December 2-6 in the Airport Grand Hall, located just before the TSA checkpoint. Daily performances run between 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Kentwood Residents: Sign up for the Holiday Light Display Contest through Dec. 12

The City of Kentwood is in search of its very own Clark Griswold, inviting residents to enter their festive homes in the contest. Look inside for more details!

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org