Community Notices

Leighton reports 10 holiday emergency call responses

The Leighton Township Fire Department today reported that over the long four-day Memorial Day holiday weekend, firefighters responded to 10 emergency incidents. A spokeperson for the department posted on Facebook,…

Editor May 30, 2023

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Dangerous dry conditions prompt local burning bans

Broadcast meterologists have been saying this month has been one of the driest on record, and area fire departments have issued bans on burning leaves and rubbish as a result.…

Editor May 27, 2023

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Three Allegan County judges will be elected in ’24

Roberts Kengis Allegan County Circuit Court Chief Justice Roberts Kengis has announced he is retiring after serving on the bench for five years. Kengis first served as an assistant prosecutor…

Editor May 26, 2023

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Dr. Bruce Sexton retiring, Dr. Ingles to succeed him

Wayland dentist Dr. Bruce Sexton DDS has announced he is retiring this summer after practicing for 39 years. In a prepared statement from his office, it was reported on Facebook,…

Editor May 24, 2023

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Wayland to observe Baugh’s Shoe Repair anniversary

The Wayland community will celebrate the 100th anniversary of Baugh's Shoe Repair doing business in the downtown at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 3. The Williams Family band will perform from…

Editor May 21, 2023

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Area Memorial Day parade, ceremonies set for May 29

Memorial Day activities in area communities have been scheduled for Monday, May 29, in Wayland, Martin and Hopkins Township. The Hopkins Township Memorial Day service will get under way at…

Editor May 19, 2023

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Jennifer Wharton named new clerk at Martin Twp.

Jennifer Wharton has been selected as Martin Township Clerk, to fill out the remainder of the term being vacated by Denise Dykstra. The Martin Township Board had a special meeting…

Editor May 18, 2023

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Wildcat O-K Conference Scholar-Athletes honored

Wayland High School’s O-K Conference Scholar Athletes earned a 3.5 or higher, participated in four athletic seasons, and received at least one Varsity letter. Pictured are (front row, from left)…

Editor May 17, 2023

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Man taken into custody after standoff in Leighton

Allegan County Sheriff’s authorities said a suspect was taken into custody Wednesday morning after a nine-hours standoff at the Hunter’s Glen Mobile Home Park in Leighton Township. Deputies reported they…

Editor May 17, 2023

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Hopkins schools get bags, buckets for emergencies

Each class at Hopkins High School and Middle School now will be equipped with a "go bucket” to provide everything needed in case of an extended lockdown in emergency situations.…

Editor May 16, 2023