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Incumbent loses by 1 vote in City Council election

Tracy Bivins The Wayland City Council race was incredibly close Tuesday, with appointed incumbent Steve Stepek gathering the most votes with 277. Newcomer Grace Sefranek had second most with 261,…

Editor November 7, 2023

Sports

Clippers earn a berth in volleyball regional finals

Martin has a date Thursday at Athens High School in the Division 4 regional volleyball finals against St. Joseph Our Lady of the Lake. The Clippers defeated Marcellus Howardsville Christian…

Editor November 7, 2023

Community Notices

Wayland Christmas parade grand marshals selected

Roger and Mary Jane Merren have been chosen 2023 Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade Grand Marshals. The couple will be leading this year's parade Saturday, Dec. 2,beginning at…

Editor November 7, 2023

Obituaries

Longtime truck driver Arthur Henry dies at age 67

Arthur Joe Henry, 67, of Watson Township, died Saturday, Nov. 4, in Grand Rapids. Born July 16, 1956, in Allegan, he was the son of the late Arthur Sr. and…

Editor November 7, 2023

Obituaries

Graveside service will be Nov. 9 for Donald Anderson

Donald Anderson Jr., age 81, died Saturday, Nov. 4. Don was a loving and loyal husband, father, and grandfather. He coached his kids rocket football and baseball teams. Don enjoyed…

Editor November 6, 2023

Articles

Wayland council members to decide on 2 ordinances

COVER PHOTO: The historic Henika Library building may be expanded after its purchase of neighboring property was approved. The Wayland City Council Monday evening had public hearings and first readings…

Editor November 6, 2023

Obituaries

Funeral will be Saturday for Marcia Beltman of Hopkins

Marcia Ann Beltman, 83, of Hopkins, died Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023 at her home. Born Jan. 23, 1940, in Zeeland, she was the daughter of the late Arthur James and…

Editor November 6, 2023

Obituaries

Memorial service will be held Saturday for Pat Smith

Patricia Kaye (Scholten) Smith, 76, died Friday, Nov. 3, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Pat was born and raised in Holland, and graduated from Holland High School. She married…

Editor November 6, 2023

Obituaries

Mass of Christian burial Nov. 14 for Gale Potter, 62

Gale Potter, age 62, died Friday, Nov. 3. She is survived by the love of her life, Joe VanWagner; mother, Norma Potter; brothers Gregory (Vicky) Potter and Dennis (Roxanne) Potter;…

Editor November 6, 2023

Articles

‘Schools to Tools’ mobile field trip benefits students

Allegan County students are getting the chance to learn what it’s like to work in the skilled trades without ever leaving their high school. Developed by the Michigan Regional Council…

Editor November 6, 2023