Community Notices

Crash on 131 expressway backs up traffic in Wayland

An accident on the U.S.-131 southbound expressway between Dorr and Wayland caused traffic to be backed up from the Main Street light in Wayland to the highway. Motorists are advised…

Editor January 18, 2024

Community Notices

Wayland Farmers Market again seeking manager

Downtown Wayland is looking for a Farmers Market manager to help grow the market for the 2024 season. This position is a paid part-time position through the city. The manager…

Editor January 17, 2024

Community Notices

Bygone Days publication delayed by weather again

Because of the inclement weather Wednesday, publication of the Bygone Days local history column for the second straight week will be delayed at least until Thursday, also weather permitting. The…

Editor January 17, 2024

Community Notices

Martin grad seeks 42nd District State Rep. position

Austin Marsman and supporters at a kickoff rally Tuesday. Martin High School graduate and former Board of Education member Austin Marsman announced Tuesday that he is a candidate for State…

Editor January 17, 2024

Community Notices

Wayland Township Clerk to retire in Nov. after 12 years

Wayland Township Clerk Ann McInerney announced at Tuesday night’s Township Board meeting that she will not seek a fourth term. McInerney, a Republican, will have been clerk for 12 years,…

Editor January 17, 2024

Community Notices

Frigid temps, bad roads keep public safety busy

Martin Luther King Day proved to be busy day for area public safety personnel. Martin Fire & Rescue reported MFD assisting City of Wayland Fire Dept. on a house fire,…

Editor January 15, 2024

Community Notices

Dorr woman is candidate for new Circuit Court seat

Alice Bernal Alice Bernal, a family law attorney whose practice includes Allegan and Kent County residents, has announced her candidacy for the newly-created Third Circuit Court bench seat in the…

Editor January 15, 2024

Community Notices

Snow and severe cold continues area shutdowns

The "Lost Weekend" continued its effects on West Michigan's wintery landscape Monday. There was enough snow that visited Friday, Saturday and Sunday to close schools, churches and other community events.…

Editor January 15, 2024

Community Notices

Cold and snowy weather leads to a lost weekend

Estimates have four to five inches of snow in this area Friday, another five inches from Friday night to Saturday morning and about six to eight more Saturday night into…

Editor January 13, 2024

Community Notices

Winterfest Idol contest called off for Friday, Jan. 12

Gun Lake Winterfest Idol contestants and fans are being told that due to the storm the Wayland Hotel quarterfinal round of competition has been canceled Friday, Jan. 12. A new…

Editor January 12, 2024