The Showdown at the ‘Cats’ Corral was every bit as good as advertised — and even better. The even better part was that Wayland remained undefeated this season with a stunning, thrilling, heart-stopping 77-76 double overtime victory over visiting Grand Rapids Catholic Central. In one corner was the state’s No. 3-ranked team in the latest […]
The Wayland girls’ junior varsity basketball team’s six-game winning streak came to a half Thursday in a 49-26 loss at Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The defeat dropped the Wildcat jayvees’ overall season record to 8-3. Both the home-standing Cougars and illnesses and injuries combined to do in Wayland. The Wildcat JVs were short-handed without the
Craig E. King, who manages Mayville Engineering Company’s extensive manufacturing operations in Wayland and Byron Center has been promoted to vice president of operations, performance structure. The move is part of MEC’s announcement of changes to its senior leadership team that will take place with the retirement of Richard Nielsen, executive vice president, who will
Physical education teacher Jim Orlowski, also known as “Mr. O,” and Deb Brenner, kindergarten teacher, were honored this week at Baker Elementary by Wayland Union Schools staff, administrators, and former employees. The two long-time educators are retiring this month in the middle of the academic year. (Photo supplied)
Elaine Schmidt, 66, of Dorr, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids. Elaine previously was a waitress at the Byron Center Hotel Restaurant for more than 20 years. She also was a cashier at Fifelski’s Service Station in downtown Dorr for many years. She is survived by her children: Todd Schmidt
We all have been told ever since Osama Bin Laden was killed that Al-Qaeda was destroyed, on the run or in retreat and generally we have not much to worry about. If only it were true The name Al-Qaeda translates to the list or the roster; think of them as investment bankers who also operate
ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” story. It is an editorial by the editor. Wayland Schools Technology Director Teresa Fulk, without really intending to, has stirred up controversy about children’s use of computers and gadgets with her request to the school board next month for permission to extend use of iPads to elementary
This little fella (photo at left) was found yesterday on Julia St in Otsego. “Pat” is very scared and not too friendly to any of the shelter staff, but we’re hoping someone recognizes him. Pat’s family has until 1/27 by 5pm to claim him. Dog (Photo at right) found near Dorr on 130th Avenue. If
by Amy Kerr Hardin One week after Gov. Rick Snyder told Sen. Tom Casperson (R-38, Escanaba) his attack plan on the science behind biodiversity was headed for the veto pile, the lumber baron – birther-wolf crying – lawmaker is at it again. This time he’s resurrected another piece of bad legislation from 2013. Nearly two
Progress continues for the Jayda Gayle Distillery in downtown Wayland, as the Downtown Development Authority approved the new company for a DDA facade grant. The distillery and restaurant will replace the old Wayland Carpet and Appliance store at the corner of South Main and Pine Street. It has received small distillers and small wine makers
