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49th Anniversary of the Fall of Saigon revisits tragedy, heartbreak and courage
Look inside for the personal heartbreak and struggles of two West Michigan residents that escaped the Fall of Saigon. (From left: Lee Ly, Bieu Duong and Phil Nguyen, in front of The Saigon Staircase exhibit at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
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Kentwood Commissioner Maurice Groce announces plans to resign for family reasons
After an eight-year tenure on the Kentwood City Commission, Commissioner Maurice Groce has announced his plans to resign for family reasons.
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Prom night safety: Tips on encouraging teens to prioritize safety and make responsible choices
Encourage prom attendees to take the Prom Promise to prioritize safety and responsible behavior.
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Kentwood’s Community Cleanup Day set for Saturday, May 4
Residents can drop off household trash, general debris and yard waste for disposal and electronics for recycling from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kentwood Department of Public Works, 5068 Breton Ave. SE.
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Local Sports Update
Wyoming baseball uses strong pitching effort, timely hitting to defeat Union Tuesday in WKTV Truck Game
Wyoming pitcher Jack Terveen totaled 11 strikeouts and gave up only one hit in the Wolves’ 6-1 win over Grand Rapids Union. (WKTV/Greg Chrapek)
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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)
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From afterthought to mentor: Exploring the evolution and significance of the vice presidency
Renowned journalist and political analyst Peter Baker visits the Ford Museum and explores the often marginalized role of our country’s vice president.
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Ford International Airport breaks ground on $8.5 million snow removal equipment building
A rendering of the Snow Removal Equipment building. The expansion will add 60,000 square feet, enhancing snow removal operations. (Photo Courtesy, Ford International Airport)
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Documentary offering intimate look at veterans’ return to Vietnam to air on WKTV in honor of 49 year anniversary
Mission Veteran Expedition documentary honors Vietnam veterans on 49th anniversary of war.
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Wyoming Police Department announces death of retired K9 Jett
K9 Jett served with the Wyoming PD for approximately six years before retiring.
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Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of “To Kill a Mockingbird” part of Broadway Grand Rapids Series
Richard Thomas plays Atticus Finch in the touring production of “To Kill a Mockingbird,” which runs from April 23-28 at the DeVos Performance Hall. (Photo Courtesy, Julieta Cervantes)
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