'Build a Better Block' Events Coming to Division Oct. 2-3

All are invited to three community events in early October as part of the Division United project, featuring three locations along South Division Avenue that will be temporarily transformed into safer, more active and vibrant spaces and include all-ages fun, food, games and more.

Kentwood Seeks Volunteers to Help Save Trees

The City has partnered with the Kent Conservation District Invasive Species Strike Team to train community members on how to identify and control aggressive and harmful weeds, such as oriental bittersweet, wild grape and poison ivy. Five volunteer training sessions will be offered the week of Sept. 28 for those interested.

Halloween Information

If residents plan to participate in Halloween activities, trick-or-treating is recommended between 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31. Trick-or-treaters and homeowners are reminded to follow any public health recommendations to slow the spread of COVID-19, and motorists are asked to watch out for pedestrians outside.