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Hopkins 8th-grader silver medalist in art competition

Hopkins Middle School eighth-grader Lylah Janowski earned a silver medal in the 2023 National Scholastic Art Competition. The honor demonstrates her art ranks among the best for teens in the…

Editor April 1, 2023

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Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County

(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) This appears to be a photo from downtown Wayland in the 1950s. 25 Years Ago— March…

Editor March 29, 2023

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Pesky, persistent winter season just won’t go away

The persistent winter season that just won't go away continues to plague the West Michigan area. After a couple of balmy springlike sunshiny days Monday and Tuesday, the white stuff…

Editor March 29, 2023

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WHS junior’s art work to be included at KIA show

Wayland High School junior Olivia Stein has had her artwork accepted into the 2023 High School Area Show exhibition at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. The exhibition will run from…

Editor March 29, 2023

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U of M Health-West breaks ground for its new facility

University of Michigan Health-West had a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday for its new Wayland Health Center at 1113 West Superior St., between Burger King and United Bank of Michigan. The ceremony…

Editor March 28, 2023

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Pine Street kids treated to WHS concert performances

Pine Street Elementary School fifth-graders visited for the "Cub Classic Concert" Monday afternoon, featuring The Wayland Union High School Orchestra, Band and Choir. The concert follows the opportunity to see…

Editor March 27, 2023

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Wayland Robotics team 4th in competition at GVSU

The Wayland Union First Robotics No. 6090 outfit captured fourth place this weekend at the robotics competition at Grand Valley State University. Wayland's robot, at the same time was first…

Editor March 25, 2023

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Sycamore students have pet supply drive success

A group of Sycamore Elementary School students completed a wildly successful supplies drive. They were able to donate bags and bags of pet food, treats, some fun toys, and some…

Editor March 24, 2023

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Dorr Twp. Library plans program on ‘Poor Farms’

Adam Oster Adam Oster from the Library of Michigan will talk about the early history of Michigan Poorhouses or "Poor Farms" and their attempts to care for the poor, elderly…

Editor March 22, 2023

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Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County

(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) 25 Years Ago— March 23, 1998 Wayland Township Supervisor Jose Blanco has pleaded for more money…

Editor March 22, 2023