Editor

We need forward thinking for energy, not business as usual

To the editor: I am concerned with Michigan’s energy future and am writing in opposition to House Bill 4297 ( Nesbitt) and Senate Bill 438 (Proos). We have an opportunity…

Editor August 5, 2015

Features

Bygone Days: A brief look at Wayland area’s past, Part 178

25 Years Ago — Aug. 8, 1990 The August primary election turnout was light, but Allegan County voters overwhelmingly approved implementation of an emergency 911 phone system. Republican Party primary…

Editor August 5, 2015

Community Notices

Green Acres assisted living facility open house will be Sept. 2

The Green Acres assisted living facility on East Superior Street will have its grand opening from 1 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1. The actual address is 298 Kay…

Editor August 4, 2015

Columns

Ranger Rick: U.S. is No. 1 in debt, even worse than Greece

As much as Ranger Rick has his opinions diametrically opposed to the author of this “on-line rag” (his words, not mine), I think we both realize the U.S. is in…

Editor August 4, 2015

Community Notices

Adults now will have to pay $5 to get into WHS athletic events

All adults attending Wayland High School athletic events will be charged $5 apiece, starting with the 2015-16 academic year. Wayland students (with ID or accompanied by an adult) and children…

Editor August 4, 2015

Community Notices

Dorr Parks Commission orders obstacle parts for skate park

The Dorr Parks Commission unanimously voted Monday night to proceed with ordering the obstacles to sit on newly poured concrete for the skate park. There will be nine major pieces…

Editor August 4, 2015

Obituaries

Funeral will be Saturday at Dutton church for Marvin Beute

Marvin Jay Beute, age 72, of Dorr, died Sunday, Aug. 2. He will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Dan (Sara) Beute, Scott Beute, Randy (Kimberly) Beute, Timothy Beute; his…

Editor August 3, 2015

Obituaries

Memorial service will be Thursday at VFW for Frank Medina, 50

A memorial service for Francisco Medina, 50, of Wayland, has been scheduled for 1 to 5 p.m. Thursday at the Wayland VFW Post No. 7581 on South Main Street. Medina…

Editor August 3, 2015

Articles

May 20, 2016, is target date for splash pad, city park renovations

It's official now, plans for renovating the Wayland City Park, including a splash pad for kids now have the target date for completion set at May 20, 2016. City Manager…

Editor August 3, 2015

Articles

Fire district discussion will be held Aug. 13 at Yankee Springs

The City of Wayland, Wayland Township, Yankee Springs Township and perhaps Hopkins and Leighton townships will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, at the Yankee Springs Township Hall to…

Editor August 3, 2015