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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

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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

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‘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

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Tuesday is Election Day in Wayland, Hopkins, Martin

COVER PHOTO: City Hall clerks' office will be open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Monday to accommodate voters three days before Election Day. Though 2023 is referred…

Editor November 3, 2023

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Watson continues to spend its federal ARPA funds

COVER PHOTO: This wall TV was added to the township hall meeting room, as board members projected agenda items onto the device, purchased with federal ARPA funds, and were able…

Editor November 2, 2023

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Dorr Twp., Rep. Smit are on same page on state issues

State Rep. Rachelle Smit of Shelbyville came calling on the Dorr Township Board Thursday evening and learned she and local officials share discomfort with state government. Smith told board members…

Editor October 26, 2023

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Dorr Twp. Board rejects parcel development plan

Joe Agostinelli A plan to redevelop a 129-acre industrial-commercial parcel suffered a severe blow from the Dorr Township Board Thursday night. The board declined to send a letter of support…

Editor October 26, 2023

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Wayland Supt. seeks better communication forums

Wayland Union Schools Supt. Tim Reeves Monday night asked Wayland Board of Education members if there is a better way for him to communicate with the public. He said he…

Editor October 24, 2023

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DPE Ventures granted site plan approval for addition

Bob Wagner The Dorr Township Planning Commission Tuesday evening approved a site plan for an addition at DPE Ventures, 4678 Division, just north of LKQ. The company, which manufactures new…

Editor October 17, 2023

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Wayland City Council deals with bids, leaf pickup dates

The Wayland City Council Monday evening dealt with three bids, approving three purchases. The council approved bids from: LaFountaine Dodge of Lansing for $40,903, buying a new police cruiser to…

Editor October 16, 2023