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Dorr likely to join Martin Twp. vs. pot businesses

The recreational marijuana ballot proposal in the Nov. 6 general election was passed statewide, but local municipalities already are showing they want nothing to do with allowing the sale, cultivation…

Editor November 20, 2018

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‘Nooses Off’ will be performed Nov. 9-11 at WHS

Wayland High School Theatriks will perform the comedy "Nooses Off" Nov. 9 - 11. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7 p.m., Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. Adults are $5,…

Editor November 8, 2018

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Technical difficulties temporarily halt Ranger Rick

Technical difficulties have prevented the publishing of the longtime popular column "Ranger Rick" over the past couple of weeks. Rick changed his e-mail address and somehow hasn't been able to…

Editor June 30, 2018

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Deadline is July 24 to run in Wayland school election

The deadline for anyone interested in seeking a four-year seat on the Wayland Board of Education is Tuesday, July 24. The general election will be held Tuesday, Nov. 6. jThe…

Editor June 21, 2018

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Wayland schools’ retiring staff honored at ceremony

Wayland Union Schools earlier this spring honored retiring staff members (from left) Kathy Lehnertz, secretary, high school guidance, 3.14 years of service; Brenda Kraima, transportation supervisor, 19.95 years;Joyce Steffes, secretary,…

Editor June 9, 2018

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Capt. Matt Weston named Leighton Firefighter of Year

The Leighton Township Fire Department Saturday night held its annual appreciation dinner and announced this year's winner of the Firefighter of the Year honor, Captain Matt Weston (left). "This award…

Editor January 13, 2018

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Wayland Middle School singers perform at state choral festival

The Wayland Union Middle School Choir performed at the Michigan School Vocal Music Association (MSVMA) State Choral Festival May 4 and 5. The students were able to attend as a result…

Editor May 6, 2017

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Pet Klips raises funds for sheriff’s K-9 program

The Allegan County Sheriff’s Office K-9 program received a check for $1,370 Wednesday from the owners of Pet Klips and Studio H Pet Photography in Wayland. Tonda Genther, owner of…

Editor December 16, 2016

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Wayland schools win Apple TRIG best practices grant

Wayland Union Middle School has been awarded a TRIG Best Practices Apple Professional Learning Grant that will support the school in its digital learning environment. The grant will provide further…

Editor November 21, 2016

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Wayland schools earns grant to help at-risk students

Wayland Union Schools was awarded a grant for $40,425 from the Michigan Department of Education to offer academic support to at-risk students in grades K-3. Additional support will come in…

Editor October 14, 2016