City of Wyoming

The Rapid makes improvements to Silverline

The Rapid is adding on-board fare payments to the Silverline system as it prepares for contactless payments coming in 2023.

By:WKTV Staff

Several Kentwood-Wyoming area football players named to MHSFCA All-Region teams

South Christian QB Jake DeHaan was one of six Sailors selected to the MHSFCA All-Region team this season. (Courtesy, Eric Walstra)

By:Zach Fanko, WKTV Contributor

It is time to ‘give back,’ Wyoming

The annual Wyoming Gives Back returns this year with a new venue, Wyoming City Hall, and a tree lighting ceremony.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Don’t miss WKTV’s 22nd Annual Turkey Bowl

In a Sept. 16 WKTV Game of the Week, East Kentwood beat Jenison 16-0. This is one of the replays featured in the Turkey Bowl lineup on Thanksgiving Day.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

Michigan farmers battle invaders as temperatures rise

As warmer-than-average growing seasons caused by climate change become more common, they bring new invasive species to Michigan.

By:Sarah Atwood, Capital News Service

Wyoming tennis player Logan Bos finishes four years at No. 1

After four years at the top, senior Logan Bos has made a big impact on the Wolves tennis program.

By:Cris Greer, WKTV Managing Editor

More money pumped into Michigan school board races

Conservative groups calling for more ‘parental rights’ over what schools are teaching donated thousands of dollars to Michigan school board races.

By:Sarah Atwood, Capital News Service

Wyoming police arrest two in connection to Nov. 1 robbery

Officers have arrested two juveniles in connection to a robbery that took place at a Division Avenue business in the beginning of November.

By:WKTV Journal staff

How to protect your pets from the cold this winter

As the weather turns colder, the Kent Count Animal Shelter is reminding residents that appropriate shelter for pets is part of the state law.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Green is the color to support veterans

University of Michigan Health-West joins the nation in Operation Green Light, honoring veterans by illuminating its hospital tower in green.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Fitzgerald heads to state House

Rob Arnoys and Dr. Renee Hill join the Wyoming City Council and current council member John Fitzgerald moves on to the State House of Representatives.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Godwin Heights soccer player reaching dreams

Henry Lopez-Pinedo shows great passion and skill for the sport he loves. (Courtesy Photo)

By:D.A. Reed, WKTV Contributor

A look at the candidates in tomorrow’s midterm election

With midterms on Tuesday, the WKTV Journal compiled a list of who is running for Wyoming City Council, Kent County Commission, and state elections.

By:WKTV Journal staff

Wyoming fire welcomes new fire truck by giving it a little push

This Tuesday, the City of Wyoming celebrated the addition of one of two fire trucks with a time-honored tradition and community open house.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor

Recent shooting has police reminding people to be aware

As Wyoming police investigate two shootings, they remind residents of the importance of being aware of their surroundings especially when walking or biking.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, WKTV Managing Editor