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Bygone Days: A look at the history of NE Allegan County
25 Years Ago — June 26, 2000 New signs have been installed at the four entrances of the City of Wayland. The signs, purchased at a cost of $1,600 apiece,…
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Celebration of life is July 19 for Mike Stein
Michael Stein of Dorr died Monday, June 16, after suffering cardiac arrest. Born Oct. 9, 1963, he was 61. His daughter said on Facebook that Stein's heart stopped five times…
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Three road projects under way in Wayland Twp.
The Allegan County Road Commission has reported that three projects will be handled today, Tuesday, June 24:
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Funeral will be July 1 for Jake Sybesma, 94
Jacob “Jake” Sybesma, age 94, died Monday, June 23. Born March 9, 1931, in Winsum, Netherlands, to parents Hilbrand and Geertje (Ettema) Siebesma. Jake grew up during WWII, with Germany…
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Music at the Blissful is Wednesday at Henika
Henika Public Library will present a joyful musical morning with Evan from Music at the Blissful at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 25. Evan will performing a special family-friendly concert at…
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Supt. Tim Reeves wins pay raise and annuity
The Wayland Board of Education had a marathon discussion before finally deciding just what to pay Supt. Tim Reeves for next year and an extension. Supt. Tim Reeves Many proposed…
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Wayland Schools’ budget fund balance smaller
The Wayland Union School budget for fiscal year 2025-26 shows a decline in the fund balance, or savings account. Leslie Wagner, assistant superintendent for finance and operations, told board members…
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Banana Split Cake makes good dessert bar
Ingredients: 2 c. graham crumbs 3/4 white sugar 1 stick oleo, melted 2 - 8 ounce packages of cream cheese 1 1/2 cups confectioners sugar 1 - 15 ounce can…
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Traffic crash claims life of Laverne Lettinga
Laverne Lettinga, age 92, of Wayland, died Friday, June 20, from injuries he suffered in a traffic crash. Verne was a proud and distinguished alumnus of Michigan State University, where…
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Two hospitalized after dirt bike crash in Dorr
Two dirt bikes crashed Saturday afternoon in Dorr Township, leaving their operators in the hospital in critical condition. Allegan County Sheriff’s authorities were summoned to the scene of the crash…