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‘Everyday Joys’ author to take a leave of absence
Denise Dykstra Denise Dykstra, who writes a weekly "Everyday Joys" column for Townbroadcast, is taking a leave of absence because she has been asked to work on a big writing…
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City Council pressured to adopt golf cart ordinance
Does the squeaky wheel indeed get the grease? Nearly 40 people packed the City Hall Council Chambers Monday night to advocate for a local ordinance permitting use of off-road vehicles…
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Steve Stepek appointed to open Wayland Council seat
Steve Stepek, executive director of the Kalamazoo Area Transportation Study, was appointed to a vacant seat on the Wayland City Council Monday night. Stepek, who has served on the City…
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Leighton officials unhappy with 25 mph sign removals
Someone has taken down 25 mph speed limit signs in and around Moline. That someone is the State of Michigan, and Leighton Township officials are not happy about it. Faith…
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WAEMS Manager Bob Hess to retire next summer
Bob Hess, longtime general manager of Wayland Area Emergency Services (WAEMS) plans to retire next summer. The Martin Township Board Wednesday evening learned of this development from Sarah Lynema, who…
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Wayland Schools to ask for bond OK again next May
The Wayland Board of Education plans to seek voters’ approval for a bond proposal in May 2023 in the wake of the ballot defeat Aug. 2. Supt. Tim Reeves and…
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Blight continues to be a big headache in Watson Twp.
Outgoing Zoning Enforcement Officer Marnie Mills and incoming Evan Stuart. Rural blight is a very old issue, and Watson Township has been trying to find a way to best handle…
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School bond defeated; Smit wins 43rd District Rep. seat
Rachelle Smit The Wayland School District’s $48.5 million bond proposal was defeated in Tuesday's primary election by a count of 2,703 to 2,478, or roughly 52 to 48 percent. The…
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Salsa Por Favor closes at downtown site after 2 years
Salsa Por Favor has closed its Wayland location at 135 N. Main St. after being in business for two years. Billed by Townbroadcast as Wayland's first authentic Mexican restaurant downtown…
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City Council agrees to revisit golf cart proposal
Former Mayor Burrell Stein The Wayland City Council Monday night agreed to revisit the question of an ordinance permitting use of golf carts and sider-by-side within the city limits. The…