(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) 25 Years Ago — Dec. 4, 2000 Betty Fockler of Gun Lake, wife of former City…

Eli Tuinstra and Kevin Suk of East Martin Christian School both were selected as finalists in the Patriot's Pen youth essay contest sponsored by the VFW. Eli won first place…

Charles “Chuck” Jay Lynema, age 67, died Monday, Dec 1, in Plainwell. Chuck was an avid photographer and enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. Chuck is survived by his…

Agnes Lorraine Chlebana, age 101, died peacefully Saturday, Nov. 29. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at noon Saturday, Dec. 20, at Martin…

Opening night for the three local high school basketball teams was a mixed bag Tuesday. Wayland was able to hold off non-conference rival Hamilton 58-54, but Division 4 Martin bowed…

Baker Elementary this week began using its new rock wall for physical rducation classes. Teachers and students said the wall is courtesy of the Wayland Union Education Foundation for funding…

by Joseph Schultz The significant snowfall last Saturday was not on the City Council’s agenda Monday night, but it was a point of discussion at the meeting.  It started with…

The undefeated state champion Martin football squad landed seen of its players on the first unit of the Southwest Michigan 8-Man Conference team. The Clippers dominated the Red Division with…

Kenneth “Ken” L. Brinks, of Wayland died Saturday, Nov. 29. He was 80. Born June 29, 1945, he was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, adored brother and uncle.…

Word has been received of the death of former Wayland City Manager Harman “Pete” Stull. He was 91. Stull, who lived on Park Street, in 2018 was recognized at a…