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Gun safety forum comes to Wayland at the right time

WHS resource officer Jon Schaefer and Police Chief Scott Matice. The timing for a special forum on Michigan’s new gun safety law was interesting Thursday. Six area experts gave a…

Editor February 22, 2024

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One of proposed ordinances for city may get a tweaking

The Wayland City Council Monday night had three first readings of proposed ordinances and one of them may get a little tweaking before approval. Mayor Pro Tem Joe Kramer assumed…

Editor February 19, 2024

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Dorr Plan Commission sets mining ordinance hearing

Bob Wagner The Dorr Township Planning Commission Thursday night set a public hearing on a mining ordinance and welcomed back Chairman Bob Wagner after his being absent for the last…

Editor February 15, 2024

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WAEMS to leave apartment not used last year in Martin

The role of Wayland Area Emergency Services (WAEMS) in the community was a prime focus of the Marin Township Board’s attention Wednesday evening. The ambulance service gave up its use…

Editor February 14, 2024

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City Plan Commission says yes after 3 public hearings

JD Gonzales The Wayland City Planning Commission Tuesday night had three public hearing and approved three actions. Commissioners recommended the City Council approve two zoning text amendments for ordinances and…

Editor February 13, 2024

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Hopkins Township Board now meeting in new digs

COVER PHOTO: The Hopkins District Library indeed is a crowded facility. The oval table is at least once month for Hopkins Township Board meetings, besides library special programs. The Hopkins…

Editor February 12, 2024

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Some Winterfest events this week, but it’s Feb. 17

The Gun Lake Winterfest will have a full slate of activities from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, at the Yankee Springs State Park, but some events will…

Editor February 11, 2024

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Leighton Board members to get modest 5% pay raises

Members of the Leighton Township Board Thursday evening granted themselves a modest 5 percent pay raise, below the rate of inflation. Starting April 1, Supervisor Steve Wolbrink will earn annual…

Editor February 8, 2024

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Citizens ask city to renew snow shoveling services

Some residents in the Wayland city limits aren’t pleased with the new local policy mandating citizens clear the sidewalk in front of their homes. Daniel Jeffrey, who lives on North…

Editor February 5, 2024

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Christina Ortiz takes over ownership of Pet Klips

Christina Ortiz is the new owner of Pet Klips on West Superior Street in Wayland, succeeding the retiring Tonda Genther. “She is one of my best friends and I want…

Editor January 29, 2024