Month: September 2024

Celebration of life Sept. 22 in Dorr for Rick Dutkiewicz

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Well known area musician and Dorr native Rick Dutkiewicz died at the age of 70 Wednesday, Aug 28, at his home in Allegan. Rick was born on Dec. 27, 1953, to his late parents Dick and Rusty (Donahue) Dutkiewicz. Unconventional in every aspect of life, including politics, religion and science,...
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SUV crashes inside Gun Lake Casino, but no injuries

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A domestic dispute early Wednesday morning eventually resulted in an SUV crashing into the south side entrance door at the Gun Lake Casino in Bradley. No one was injured, including a security guard near the entrance. The vehicle crashed about 10 feet into the south side of the building near...
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Ron Henderson retires at WAEMS, Dorr Fire Dept.

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Ron Henderson (wearing white shirt) has decided it is time to officially retire from Wayland Area Emergency Services (WAEMS). He has been with the service since 2001. He also has been seen seen him on fire scenes with Dorr Township Fire Department and has given tirelessly to the community over...
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Forced entry, shooting clarified by Sheriff’s Dept.

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Allegan County Sheriff’s deputies are saying the initial reports of a forced entry in Dorr Township were misleading. The department said in a press release this morning, “Initial information was that the subjects had entered the victim’s home and attempted to take the homeowner hostage at which time the homeowner...
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Retired Wayland elementary teacher Jan Sage dies at 75

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Word has been received that former Wayland Union Schools elementary teacher Jan Sage has died at the age of 75. Ms. Sage was said to have taught at Dorr and Steeby elementary schools. She lived for more than 40 years on Dahlia Street in Wayland. She died in late July...
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City officials prepare for arrival for new city manager

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Though Wayland Mayor Jennifer Antel told City Council members Tuesday night that at least one “strong candidate” has interviewed for city manager, city government essentially remains in limbo temporarily. Since former City Manager Josh Eggleston left last month, Wayland is being served by interim managers both Jae and Gregg Guetschow,...
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Crash causes traffic backup on U.S.-131 freeway north of Dorr

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A traffic crash on the the U.S.-131 freeway just north of Dorr caused a fuel spill and traffic backup because farm animals were involved. Authorities said a semi truck-trailer and other vehicles near 92nd Street, just south of the 100th Street exit in Kent County. Making matters worse, that area...
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Schools officials try to explain branding and Wildcat logo issue

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Wayland Union School officials today issued a letter to the community to explain the current Wildcat branding logo controversy. “We hope this message finds you well. We would like to address some questions and provide clarity regarding our district’s branding and logo usage. “Logo Status: We want to reassure you...
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Yes It’s True: The govt. helped kill local weekly newspapers

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While perusing the archives of the old Wayland Globe when I visit the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr, I’ve often come across material that helps explain today. It’s like the old saying about learning from history. Most recently I have stumbled onto the legal notices published in...
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Retired WHS teacher cycling to fight children’s cancer

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Retired Wayland High School social studies teacher Brian Pavey is taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer this month. He retired from Wayland schools in 2010. Pavey said on a Facebook post: “Why? Because right now, cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in...
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