City of Wyoming

Wyoming’s Spring Carnival set to kick off this Friday

The annual event, which will be similar to last year’s event, will run through May 1 at Lamar Park.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Resources available for those processing the recent Patrick Lyoya tragedy

As people wait the results of the investigation of the April 4 shooting of Patrick Lyoya, several organizations share resources to help the community heal.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Real estate market still red hot, but could slow down

According to a local expert, the combination of low interest rates and a smaller-than-traditional supply has lead to increases housing prices.

By:Sydney Bower, Capital News Service

Local non-profit, long an advocate for persons with disabilities, gains grant to expand service coverage

A federal grant will enable the organization to make “safety and functional home modifications” to meet the needs of low-income senior homeowners.

By:K.D. Norris

WOOD-TV’s Jack Doles featured guest at program at Marge’s Donut Den

WOOD TV’s Jack Doles discusses his his recent experiences covering the Beijing Winter Olympics April 20 at Marge’s Donut Den.

By:WKTV Staff

Reading program designed to get parents and children reading

The One Book, One County initiative is another tool that parents can use to help their children be successful at school.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

East Kentwood comes out on top at spring break FIRST robotics competition

Wyoming’s Demons made a great showing, coming in as a finalist, along with several other local teams snatching up top honors.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Wyoming makes plans for its $13.1 million COVID relief funding

Following the U.S. Treasury guidelines for the ARPA funding, the City of Wyoming is looking at several possible projects such as water and sewer, equipping first responders, and affordable housing.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Second storytelling night scheduled at The Stray for April

The second installment of the WKTV Voices Storytelling Projects has been set for April 15.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Women’s History Month: Local businesswoman finds passion by taking a trip

A trip to Hawaii and a chance meeting with a local leader in travel lead to Lillian Vander Veen becoming a business owner.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Group remembers migrant leader with social justice march

The Committee to Honor Cesar E. Chavez will host is annual remember march and luncheon today.

By:WKTV Staff

Eyeing needs at junior high, Wyoming Public Schools seek district voter approval of ‘no property tax increase’ bond

As it did at the high school, the district is seeking to not only modernize the aging junior high but “transform” the educational setting for district students.

By:K.D. Norris

May 3 proposal could double fire department staffing, reduce response times

“Right now, we don’t have enough firefighters in the City of Wyoming to enter a burning building,” said Chief Kim Koster during a recent informational meeting about the May 3 proposals.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Area residents invited to give input on access to Ford Airport

The Grand Valley Metro Council is asking residents to complete a survey about access and transportation to the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma

Robotics competitions kick off at GVSU, WKTV gets ready for E. Kentwood event

Area teams get ready to rumble as they show off their tech skills in popular FIRST robotic competitions.

By:Joanne Bailey-Boorsma