Community Notices

Mark Ludwig seeks top Michigan Dem post

Mark Ludwig, community activist and political candidate from Fennville, is one of four candidates to take over the the leadership of the Michigan Democratic Party. Ludwig, who lost in this…

Editor November 27, 2024

Community Notices

No one injured in vehicle-train crash

A car-train crash occurred Tuesday afternoon on 140th Avenue just west of Division, but no one was injured, according to authorities with the Allegan County Sheriff’s Department. Deputies reported that…

Editor November 26, 2024

Community Notices

Four Wayland schools ranked among best

The four are Dorr and Pine Street elementaries and Wayland Union Middle School and Wayland Union High School.In order to be eligible for this honor, schools are assessed on two…

Editor November 26, 2024

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Wayland Middle School robotics going to state

The Wayland Middle School Robotics team #22154 Saturday qualified for the state championship level in a competition. Team No. 22154 won first place for Think Award which earns it a…

Editor November 23, 2024

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Toys for Tots event will be Dec. 1 at casino

Gun Lake Casino has announced its annual Toys for Tots collection will run from Sunday, Dec. 1, through Dec.15. GLC will kick off the annual event from 9 to 11…

Editor November 22, 2024

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Six area depts battle abandoned home fire

The Wayland, Hopkins, Dorr, Leighton, Yankee Springs and Martin fire departments thsi morning were summoned to the scene of a fire at an abandoned house in the 1100 block of…

Editor November 19, 2024

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City honors local hero, welcomes new members

Digital Camera It was the first City Council meeting for the next term and more than a few were sworn into office, including returning councilwoman Tracy Bivins, Mayor Jennifer Antel…

Editor November 18, 2024

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Car fire on expressway shuts down traffic on 131

The U.S.-131 expressway just north of Exit No. 64, Wayland, has reopned after being shut down by an traffic crash and car fire Saturday night. Area observers said there was…

Editor November 16, 2024

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Construction projects completed for 4 streets

Digital Camera Residents and motorists in the northwest area of town are both relieved and happy that the paving and reconstruction projects for Elm, Mill, Park and Church streets have…

Editor November 16, 2024

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Hopkins Elementary is recognized nationally

U.S. News & World Report has recognized Hopkins Elementary as one of the best schools for 2025. The school, located at 400 Clark St. in Hopkins, has 386 students in…

Editor November 15, 2024