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Wayland Supt. asks for parents’, students’ cooperation

Wayland Union Schools Supt. Tim Reeves today issued a statement abou the recent spate of school closures as a result of bomb or shooter threats. Reeves wrote, "As you are…

Editor September 20, 2024

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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 — Sept. 20, 1999 After more than several months of haggling, the Yankee…

Editor September 18, 2024

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Wildcats lose to Northview; but beat ex-teammate

The Wayland tennis team lost 6-2 to Northview Monday in an O-K Gold Conference match at the Northview courts. While Wayland came up short in the overall match, Theo…

Editor September 17, 2024

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City approves industrial development district for odd site

The Wayland City Council Monday evening approved a request by Trygon Investments for designating the odd-shaped property at 1135 133rd Ave. as part of an industrial development district.The industrial facilities…

Editor September 16, 2024

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Wayland/Yankee Springs Fire Chief Jim Stoddard resigns

Wayland Fire Chief James Stoddard submitted his resignation to the City Council at its Monday night meeting. Though he specifically did not give health issues as a reason, he said…

Editor September 16, 2024

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Martin girls, boys run in crowded MSU cross meet

The Martin girls’ varsity cross-country teams took 16th in a field of 27 teams Friday at the Michigan State University Invitational. The Lady Clippers accumulated 395 points for the meet,…

Editor September 13, 2024

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Cinnamon Swirl cheesecake bars offer unusual treat

Ingredients: For Crust: 1 package ( 9 sheets) cinnamon graham crackers crushed into crumbs 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 tablespoon butter for greasing the baking dish 3 tablespoon granulated…

Editor September 9, 2024

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Martin boys 8th; girls fail to score at Hartford C-C

Sophomore Veyda Conley was third individually at the Hartford Teske Invitational Thursday, but Martin failed to field a full team of five runners and did not score in the meet.…

Editor September 5, 2024

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City officials prepare for arrival for new city manager

Though Wayland Mayor Jennifer Antel told City Council members Tuesday night that at least one “strong candidate” has interviewed for city manager, city government essentially remains in limbo temporarily. Since…

Editor September 3, 2024

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Schools officials try to explain branding and Wildcat logo issue

Wayland Union School officials today issued a letter to the community to explain the current Wildcat branding logo controversy. “We hope this message finds you well. We would like to…

Editor September 3, 2024