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Bygone Days: A brief look at Wayland area’s past, Part 149

January 14, 2015

25 Years Ago — Jan. 17, 1990 Orangeville Township made it official by voting to enter into a one-year trial contract for services from Wayland Area Emergency Services (WAEMS) at a cost of $2,500. The Hopkins Public Schools has received a $40,000 grant from the State of Michigan to help...

Martin Twp. to place fire dept. millage on ballot in May

January 14, 2015

Martin Township plans to join three other local municipalities in having a special election in May. The Township Board Wednesday evening voted to place a 0.9-mill request for eight years for purchasing fire department equipment. Fire Chief John Schipper said the department currently is paying for a new rescue truck purchased...