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Wildcat boys 8th, girls 10th in Saranac C-C Invitational

The Wayland High School boys’ cross country team finished eighth among 10 teams Wednesday in the Saranac Invitational. Jenison was first in the competition with 35 points and Rockford was…

Editor August 28, 2024

Editorial

Who should determine what the Wildcat logo looks like?

To the editor: After months of contemplation, I've decided it's time to share my thoughts with Townbroadcast. Recent comments on the Wayland Youth Sports Facebook page questioning the purchase of…

Editor August 28, 2024

Features

Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County

(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) 25 Years Ago — Aug. 30, 1999 A reported kidnapping attempt in was foiled in Wayland…

Editor August 28, 2024

Obituaries

Service in Hopkins next Tuesday for Penny Jo Fuss

Services will be held at noon Tuesday, Sept. 3, at Gorden Funeral Residence, Hopkins Chapel, for Penny Jo Fuss, 69, who died Tuesday, Aug. 27 at her home in Allegan.…

Editor August 28, 2024

Community Notices

WHS band’s Parent Performance called off by heat, weather

The Wayland High School band's Parent Performance, sc heduled for 7:20 p.m. Tuesday, has been called off because of inclement weather and heat. All athletic contests and practices were canceled…

Editor August 27, 2024

Features

Four-way stop begins for 2nd St. and 108th Ave.

There are new stop signs installed as of today (Tuesday, Aug. 27) at 108th Avenue and 2nd Street/East Paris in Leighton Township. Allegan County Road Commission crews have been installing…

Editor August 27, 2024

Obituaries

Former Wayland man dies at 85 in East Grand Rapids

Ronald Leo Gulch Sr., 85, died at his home in East Grand Rapids Sunday, Aug. 25. Ron Sr. enjoyed watching sports, especially the Lions and Tigers. Ron served his country…

Editor August 27, 2024

Community Notices

Vacant barn fire summons 4 area departments

A barn fire at a farm on 14th Street late Monday afternoon required four area fire departments to handle the blaze. Authorities said the vacant 40x60-feet barn was being remodeled.…

Editor August 26, 2024

Articles

Security matters dominate Wayland school board discussions

The Wayland Union School District may be in for an updated security system in the near future, the school board learned Monday evening. It was noted by board members and…

Editor August 26, 2024

Community Notices

Heat and storm warnings issued for Allegan County residents

Allegan County Emergency personnel are warning about prospects for severe weather Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Risks for storms - Best chance for storms and severe weather will occur Tuesday afternoon…

Editor August 26, 2024