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Area twin brothers found not guilty in kidnap plot
Two area twin brothers have been found not guilty by an Antrim County jury in the alleged plot to kidnap and kill Gov. Gretchen Whitmer three years ago William Null…
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WAEMS still intact despite members’ pullout rumors
The Wayland Area Emergency Services Board for the second time in a year is dealing with and calming rumors that some municipalites are abandoning ship. WAEMS, a non-profit supported by…
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Martin deputy clerk resigns in aftermath of Proposal 2
The suddenly unpopular Proposal 2 election law passed nearly a year ago by Michigan voters now has wreaked havoc in Martin Township as well. Township Clerk Jennifer Wharton Wednesday night…
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Railroad St. parcel rezoning wins Plan Commission nod
The Wayland City Planning Commission decided Tuesday night to recommend a request from Jon and Don Rose to rezone a parcel at 236 Railroad St. from Light industrial to general…
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Wayland School Board’s meeting times now 6 p.m.
The Wayland Board of Education will switch its regular meeting times from 7 to 6 p.m. on the second Monday of the month. The move will commence with the Oct.…
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Wayland schools may offer Internet services on buses
The Wayland Union School District may offer wi-fi Internet access on its bus fleet this academic year. The Board of Education Monday considered a proposal to pay $75,555, all of…
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Watson to use ARPA funds for tech improvements
The Watson Township Board spent much of its time Thursday evening answering the call of progress with technology. And much of it will be paid for by federal American Rescue…
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South Main construction project end delayed again
The South Main Street paving project has been snake bitten again. Just when it looked like everything was finished last week, including the paving, City Manager Josh Eggleston Tuesday night…
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Mass of Christian burial Saturday for Mary Hitzler
Mary Hitzler, age 78, died Friday, Aug. 31,. Mary was a social butterfly; she had a beautiful smile. Mary enjoyed traveling all over the world with her family. Mary’s favorite…
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Gun Lake Casino ranked No. 1 for 3rd straight year
Gun Lake Casino has been named the best casino in West Michigan for the third consecutive year in a poll by Revue Magazine. The recognition is part of Revue’s eighth…