Community Notices

Semi jackknifes on 131 exit south of Martin

The Gun Plain and Martin fire departments early Thursday morning were summoned to the scene of a jackknifed semi truck-trailer on the U.S.-131 expressway at 112th Avenue. Authorities said some…

Editor February 13, 2025

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Storm closes 3 local schools Thursday

The Wayland, Hopkins and Martin school districts all called off classes for Thursday, Feb. 13, because of a winter snowstorm that quickly moved into the area Wednesday afternoon and evening.…

Editor February 12, 2025

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Repair shop owner seeks info about thefts

Self-employed repair shop owner and proprietor Brian Wilson of Wayland has reported that a variety of equipment and tools at his were stolen. Missing are a DeWalt 20v skill saw,…

Editor February 9, 2025

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Dorr farmer winner of 2024 DeKalb contest

Editor February 8, 2025

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Wayland Fire Dept. medical unit in service

The City of Wayland’s Fire Department medical unit is now officially in service! This 2017 Ford Explorer has replaced the 2013 Chevy Tahoe. The city acquired this vehicle from a…

Editor February 7, 2025

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It’s ‘Ice, Ice, Baby’ for local school closings

It was another day off school for students, teachers and staff at the Wayland, Hopkins and Martin schools Thursday, It wasn't snow that was the culprit, it was a thin,…

Editor February 6, 2025

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Dorr native accepts new corporate post

Dorr native Dale J. Kaminski has accepted a position with Leggett and Platt, replacing the national account manager in furniture components upon his retirement this spring. Kaminski posted on Facebook,…

Editor February 3, 2025

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Pine Street spelling bee winners revealed

The annual spelling bee at Pine Street Elementary in Wayland was held Wednesday, Jan. 29. The top 23 spellers from fourth and fifth grades competed for a chance to advance…

Editor January 31, 2025

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U.S.-131 bridge repair slows traffic near Dorr

This was the scene Thursday on northbound U.S.-131, a mile north of the Dorr exit (No. 68) with traffic slowed to a crawl to stop at Wayland. The off ramp…

Editor January 31, 2025

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Former Leighton, Dorr deputy promoted to patrol lieutenant

Sgt. Brandon Berens has been promoted to patrol lieutenant at the Allegan County Sheriff’s Department. Berens, who formerly served as a deputy in the Leighton and Dorr Township areas, near…

Editor January 30, 2025