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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…
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Celebration of life Tuesday for Amy Syers
Amy L. Syers, age 62 of Wayland, died Tuesday, June 17. Amy was born on Sept. 28, 1962, in Grand Rapids to Robert and Linda Force. She married Arlie Syers…
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Truck plaza, distribution center coming to Leighton Twp.
Many motorists since the start of the year 2025 have passed by and wondered about what’s being developed in the flurry of activity at the southwest corner of 142nd Avenue…