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Semi overturns at Exit No. 59 off U.S.-131 expressway

A semi-truck trailer overturned this morning on the northbound U.S.-131 expressway exit No. 59 at Shelbyville. There were no reports of injuries to the driver or anyone else.

Editor September 21, 2021

Columns

Losing Cash was a lot like losing the bad dog Marley

by Denise Dykstra We had a stressful 24 hours in which we lost our Cash. I should begin by letting you know, Cash is a cat. We have two eight…

Editor September 21, 2021

Community Notices

Allegan County has 2 more Covid deaths; cases rising

The Allegan County Health Department has reported today that two more people in the county have died in the past two weeks as a result of the Coronavirus. As of…

Editor September 20, 2021

Columns

Wayland superintendent addresses incident issues

by Dr. Christina Hinds Last week, two incidents occurred at our high school. The first incident involved one student who was physically assaulted by three other students. A second unrelated…

Editor September 20, 2021

Articles

City proceeds with plans for sewer repair facilities

The Wayland City Council Monday night unanimously voted to proceed with a proposal to upgrade lift stations for the sewer treatment plant. Water and Sewer Supt. Ben Bachelder showed council…

Editor September 20, 2021

Columns

Ramblin’ Road: Our space challenges are overcome

by Phyllis McCrossin I can’t believe we are entering year three of living full-time in our travel trailer. It’s a lot of togetherness, but we’ve found ways to make it…

Editor September 19, 2021

Columns

Yes It’s True: It’s Gambee’s fault for ‘discovering’ moi

"Wherever the newspapers are filled with good news, the jails are filled with good people." — Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan A message to all those who don’t like me or…

Editor September 19, 2021

Columns

One Small Voice: Norm Macdonald spoke to my dark side

by Lynn Mandaville His name was not a household word. His was not a delicate mainstream comedy. Those of us who were familiar with his work had not heard much…

Editor September 18, 2021

Articles

Local school officials to examine petitions’ legality

Wayland and Martin school officials were somewhat taken aback Thursday and Friday when parents' social media groups announced that Brandon Elementary and Baker Elementary parking lots would be the sites…

Editor September 18, 2021

Sports

Wildcats fail to keep lead, fall to Ottawa Hills in OT

Wayland couldn't hold on to a 22-8 lead Friday night against Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills and eventually lost a 28-22 overtime football contest Houseman Field. The Bengals scored 14 unanswered…

Editor September 18, 2021