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Ranger Rick: Support clean energy when we can do it

In Pittsburgh last month in front of union workers, Vice President Joe Biden said "I'm not banning fracking. No matter how many times Donald Trump lies about me." During the…

Editor October 6, 2020

Community Notices

Executive orders on Covid-19 continue to be in effect

It took only a few days for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to issue an Epidemic Public Health Order in the wake of the Michigan Supreme Court…

Editor October 6, 2020

Obituaries

Funeral Friday for former local man Eric Harrison

Eric P. Harrison, age 43, of Lewiston, formerly of Midland and Wayland, died unexpectedly in his sleep Friday, Oct. 2. Eric is survived by his wife, Tamera Harrison; step-daughter, Andrea…

Editor October 6, 2020

Obituaries

Wayland native Lorraine Reeber passes at age 63

Wayland native Lorraine Adams Reeber died Sunday, Oct. 4, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born Feb. 26, 1957, in Wayland, the daughter of Byron and Glenna (Hagen)…

Editor October 6, 2020

Community Notices

Wayland’s homecoming ceremony moved to Oct. 23

The 2020 Wayland Union High School homecoming ceremony has been moved from this Friday night to Friday, Oct. 23, in the Parents' Night game vs. Ottawa Hills. The Homecoming Court…

Editor October 5, 2020

Articles

City Council has discussion on request for annexation

The Wayland City Council Monday night held a discussion about the Oct. 14 public hearing on an annexation request from property owners’ along 12th Street. City Manager Josh Eggleston actually…

Editor October 5, 2020

Columns

Cool and frost this delicious seasonal apple cake dessert

By Kathy Hamman Miller Save a cup of that strong brewed morning coffee to make this family favorite. Guaranteed to put a smile on their faces for the supper gathering.…

Editor October 5, 2020

Columns

Ramblin’ Road: Covid gives us challenges for traveling

by Phyllis McCrossin I have a countdown app on my phone. It says it is 26 days until we leave and 28 days until the election. The election, probably, will…

Editor October 5, 2020

Editorial

Endorsements for upcoming election unsurprising

ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. Newspapers over many years have endorsed candidates for public office, based on what they’ve…

Editor October 4, 2020

Community Notices

Wayland Union Schools to continue Covid protocols

The Wayland Union School district will continue to follow the Covid-19 guidelines outlined by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for at least another 21 days. This, in the wake of the Michigan…

Editor October 4, 2020