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Martin Twp. Hall extension construction work under way
Construction work is under way for the expansion of the Martin Township Hall. The addition juts out to the north of the hall to accommodate more office space for Clerk…
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Fire accord near, but Hopkins Twp.-tribe legal fight persists
An agreement between the Gun Lake Tribe of Potowatmis and Hopkins Township Board on services by the Hopkins Area Fire Authority appears to be nearing ratification by both sides. Hopkins…
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Leighton Twp. still experiencing evidence of growing pains
It’s been obvious for some time that Leighton Township has been experiencing growth, but some of it brings negative consequences as well. Leighton Township Supervisor Steve Deer Thursday evening told…
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City of Wayland residents facing water rate increases
Water use rates in the City of Wayland will be increased if the City Council Aug. 19 agrees to adopt an ordinance. The council had a public hearing Monday night…
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Long-awaited Big Lake drain project gets the green light
An Allegan County Drain Commission Board of Determination hearing Monday night led to establishment of a drainage project for Big Lake in Watson Township. A packed house appeared at the…
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Dorr Twp. officials want more space to conduct business
Dorr Township officials are beginning discussions about finding more office space inside township hall to conduct business. Clerk Debbie Sewers said she brought up the matter about six months ago…
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Pay raise requests denied in heated Dorr Township debate
Jarrod Simon is all done as maintenance supervisor for Dorr Township after more than five years on the job, and Vicki Fifelski, officer manager, may not be far behind. Simon…
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Three firms vie for Dorr Township master plan services
The Dorr Township Planning Commission listened to three presentations Tuesday night for professional planning services in updating the master plan. Chris Khori from McKenna, Andy Moore from Williams & Works…
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City OKs capital improvement plan, fireworks ordinance
The Wayland City Council Monday night adopted a local fireworks ordinance and a capital improvements project plan through 2024. Council members were seizing on the idea it is better to…
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Leighton balks at adopting local fireworks ordinance
Though the City of Wayland is considering a local fireworks ordinance, the Leighton Township Board Thursday evening decided against moving forward with such a move. Township Trustee John Hooker said,…