City of Wyoming

Ford International Airport breaks ground on $14.5 million Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Facility

An artist’s rendering of the Ford International Airport aircraft rescue and firefighting facility.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Battle with the Spotted Lanternfly and other invasive species a community, backyard effort

While federal and state efforts often focus on commercial agriculture, there are ways for citizens, property owners to join the fight. (Spotted lanternfly photo courtesy of Heather Leach/Michigan State University)

By:K.D. Norris, WKTV Contributor

Johnny’s Markets unveils “The Giving Pump” to give consumers a chance to fill up for a good cause

The Giving Pump will be specially marked with colorful signage at participating Shell gas stations to inspire consumers to fuel up and support South Michigan Food Bank and Kids’ Food Basket.

By:WKTV Staff, greer@wktv.org

Volunteers will gather at Lemery Park in Wyoming on Aug. 19 for annual Buck Creek Clean Up

Friends of Buck Creek-Michigan will host its annual clean up to remove trash from Buck Creek, expanding clean up parameters to include Kentwood and Byron Township.

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

Magnus Capital Partners’ free-to-attend Summer Market set for Aug. 12 in Wyoming

HōM Flats at 28 West in Wyoming to host Summer Market on Aug. 12

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

Wyoming Concerts in the Park brings big sounds of Patty PerShayla & The Mayhaps

Hot on the heels of releasing their new EP, the always-in-motion, always-rockin’ trio, Patty PerShayla & The Mishaps, hits the stage Aug. 8

By:K.D. Norris, WKTV Contributor

Wyoming Police Department investigates fatal crash

Wyoming Police Department investigate fatal crash involving a vehicle and Grand Rapids bicyclist

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

Kentwood and Wyoming celebrate National Night Out; Check out our WKTV video

Kentwood and Wyoming celebrated National Night Out on Aug. 1 as police officers, firefighters and leaders joined residents at multiple gatherings throughout the two cities. 

By:WKTV Staff

Wanderlust Acres Animal Sanctuary; home to 130 rescued ducks

Tina Austin (left) and Jennifer VanderMeer holding rescued ducks at the Rockford-based Wanderlust Acres Animal Sanctuary.

By:Janet Vormittag, WKTV Contributor

City of Wyoming celebrated National Night Out with activities at several locations

Wyoming residents were joined by local first responders and leaders at several events during National Night Out celebrations

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

Soul Syndicate will hit the stage in Wyoming’s Lamar Park on Tuesday, Aug. 1

Local favorite brings their Funk/R&B+ – and a lot of soul – back to the area on Tuesday, Aug. 1

By:K.D. Norris WKTV Contributor

City of Wyoming to celebrate National Night Out with community and neighborhood events

Community members are invited to join Wyoming police officers, firefighters and leaders in celebrating National Night Out.

By:WKTV Staff, deborah@wktv.org

KDL Kelloggsville branch hosts Birthday Bash

The KDL Kelloggsville branch turns five this year and to celebrate, the branch is hosting a Birthday Bash – complete with ice cream – on Aug. 2.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

New organizers kick off Metro Cruise with pin up competition this Saturday

This Saturday’s Miss Metro Cruise at the Moose Lodge marks the start of the first Metro Cruise under the leadership of GReater Level.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Wyoming celebrates its parks, people during National Parks and Rec Month

After several years of activity, this year, the City of Wyoming’s Department of Parks and Recreation is taking time to evaluate and plan for the future.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor