City of Kentwood
Recent News About City of Kentwood
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Kentwood Turkey Trail Nov. 18-28
The City of Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department will once again offer the popular Kentwood Turkey Trail Nov. 18-28.
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Motorists must stop for pedestrians
Motorists must stop for pedestrians; it’s the law.
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Kentwood’s Little Free Pantry
We’re seeking donations for Kentwood’s Little Free Pantry, a resource providing food and personal care items for community members in need.
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Participate In National Drug Take Back Day – Oct. 29
The Kentwood Police Department will again host a Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 29 as part of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back initiative.
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South Kent Community Expo Highlights Local Organizations
Community members of all ages are invited to the sixth annual South Kent Community Expo on Tuesday, Oct. 25.
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How many people in Kent County received housing vouchers in 2021?
There were 15,421 people who used housing choice vouchers in Kent County in 2021, according to the U.S. Census.
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How many Kent County public housing residents in 2021 identify as a minority?
In Kent County public housing 60% of residents in 2021 identified as a minority, according to the U.S. Census.
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How many people in Kent County live in public housing in 2021?
There were 684 people living in taxpayer-funded public housing located throughout Kent County in 2021, according to the U.S. Census.
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KPD To Host Recruitment Event Oct. 13
The Kentwood Police Department is inviting individuals who are interested in a career in law enforcement to attend its recruitment event Thursday, Oct. 13.
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One postsecondary school license issued in Kent in week ending Sept. 10
One postsecondary school license was issued in Kent County during the week ending Sept. 10.
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Food Drive For Kentwood's Little Free Pantry
The City of Kentwood is hosting a food drive through October to restock Kentwood's Little Free Pantry.
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Kentwood Glow In The Park To Feature Glow-Themed Fun Run, Dance Party, Costume Contest And More
Community members are invited to brighten the night with the City of Kentwood’s Glow in the Park event 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15.
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Share Your Transportation Priorities For The Metropolitan Transportation Plan
The Grand Valley Metropolitan Council is kicking off the development of the next Metropolitan Transportation Plan for the Grand Rapids region, which will outline funding and priorities for all modes of transportation through the year 2050.
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Community Invited To City Of Kentwood's The Vibe Fundraiser For Adaptive Recreation Programs
Community members are invited to The Vibe, an annual celebration and fundraiser to enhance the City of Kentwood’s adaptive recreation programs, on Thursday, Sept. 8.
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Power Wheels Derby!
Happening this Saturday is our first-ever Power Wheels Derby!
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Five carnival/amusement licenses issued in Kent County during Q2
Five carnival/amusement licenses were issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Kent County during the second quarter, an increase over the same quarter of the previous year.
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Median age of Kent County residents is 35
Kent County residents have a median age of 35-years-old as of 2020, according to US Census Data.
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Did the population of Kent County rise or fall from 2020 to 2021?
Kent County had the fourth largest population in Michigan in 2021.
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Five professional licenses set to expire in Kent County during August
There are five professional licenses held by individuals and organizations from Kent County set to expire during August, according to Michigan's Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
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How to avoid the West Nile virus
The Kent County Health Department recently announced West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes trapped in Kent County testing pools.