Editor

Wildcat tennis team beats Otsego in season opener

The Wayland High School boys' tennis tennis team defended the home courts in its season opener Tuesday afternoon, getting by the Otsego Bulldogs 5-3. Taking wins for the Wildcats were,…

Editor August 23, 2023

Editorial

Can state legislators somehow tweak 2 laws?

ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. When the Michigan State Legislature goes back into session soon, I urge lawmakers resolutely…

Editor August 22, 2023

Community Notices

The Milk House opening Thursday in Dorr Township

The grand opening of Walnutdale Family Farms store, The Milk House, in Dorr Township is scheduled for this Thursday. The store is located on 14th Street between 142nd and 144th…

Editor August 22, 2023

Sports

WHS grad wins area summer bowling title

Wayland High School graduate Brady Forcier (second from left) won the SW Michigan Summer Championship last weekend. Forcier led a qualifying field of 29 with a three-game set of 875.…

Editor August 22, 2023

Community Notices

Martin man reports truck and trailer stolen Sunday

EDITOR'S NOTE: It was reported late Monday night that the truck was located in the Pullman area, but the trailer is still missing. Dakota Elkins of Martin has reported on…

Editor August 21, 2023

Sports

Isaac Dyer C-C medalist, but Wildcats lose to track club

Freshman Xander Stepek Wayland High School's cross country debut Monday was a mixed bag on the home course. Senior Isaac Dyer came up with an impressive individual medalist five-kilometer performance…

Editor August 21, 2023

Articles

Wayland City, Twp. may face Prop 2 task together

Bob Genetski There was good news and bad news Monday night for Wayland City Clerk Lee Ann Clausen. The good news was the City Council adopted a resolution to elevate…

Editor August 21, 2023

Articles

Relief in sight soon for Wayland’s traffic issues?

Traffic issues in the City of Wayland soon should see some relief, as City Manager Josh Eggleston told the City Council Monday night that South Main Street paving should start…

Editor August 21, 2023

Sports

Hopkins, Martin, Wayland start seasons Friday night

The “Border Wars” football contest between Wayland and Hopkins will be back for a second straight season own the Vikings’ turf Friday evening to open the season. Martin, meanwhile, will…

Editor August 21, 2023

Columns

Dry ingredients for corn muffin mix easy as pie

by Kathy Hamman Miller Easy enough to make up the dry ingredients ahead of time so you’ll be ready for the baking, or, for an on the spot put together.…

Editor August 20, 2023