Community Notices

Paws With a Cause to build new facility, add vet clinic

The Paws With A Cause facility on Division Street just north of Wayland is about to begin a $9.5 million renovation and expansion project. A Paws spokesperson said the organization’s…

Editor September 4, 2024

Community Notices

SUV crashes inside Gun Lake Casino, but no injuries

A domestic dispute early Wednesday morning eventually resulted in an SUV crashing into the south side entrance door at the Gun Lake Casino in Bradley. No one was injured, including…

Editor September 4, 2024

Community Notices

Ron Henderson retires at WAEMS, Dorr Fire Dept.

Ron Henderson (wearing white shirt) has decided it is time to officially retire from Wayland Area Emergency Services (WAEMS). He has been with the service since 2001. He also has…

Editor September 3, 2024

Community Notices

Forced entry, shooting clarified by Sheriff’s Dept.

Allegan County Sheriff’s deputies are saying the initial reports of a forced entry in Dorr Township were misleading. The department said in a press release this morning, “Initial information was…

Editor September 3, 2024

Community Notices

Crash causes traffic backup on U.S.-131 freeway north of Dorr

A traffic crash on the the U.S.-131 freeway just north of Dorr caused a fuel spill and traffic backup because farm animals were involved. Authorities said a semi truck-trailer and…

Editor September 3, 2024

Community Notices

Retired WHS teacher cycling to fight children’s cancer

Retired Wayland High School social studies teacher Brian Pavey is taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer this month. He retired from Wayland schools in 2010.…

Editor September 1, 2024

Community Notices

Wayland Union Schools’ Bee Club selling local honey

Wayland Union Bee Club members have been hard at work this summer expanding their apiary, adding nine new hives for students to manage. They tended to their hives weekly, even…

Editor August 30, 2024

Community Notices

WHS band’s Parent Performance called off by heat, weather

The Wayland High School band's Parent Performance, sc heduled for 7:20 p.m. Tuesday, has been called off because of inclement weather and heat. All athletic contests and practices were canceled…

Editor August 27, 2024

Community Notices

Vacant barn fire summons 4 area departments

A barn fire at a farm on 14th Street late Monday afternoon required four area fire departments to handle the blaze. Authorities said the vacant 40x60-feet barn was being remodeled.…

Editor August 26, 2024

Community Notices

Heat and storm warnings issued for Allegan County residents

Allegan County Emergency personnel are warning about prospects for severe weather Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Risks for storms - Best chance for storms and severe weather will occur Tuesday afternoon…

Editor August 26, 2024