The summer of 2025 has been rough for the residents of the Wayland and northwest Allegan County, featuring heat, humidity and a lengthy drought. This evil spell was broken Saturday…

James Robert Clemons, 66, of Martin, died Monday, July 14, at home. James, or "Jim" as he was affectionately known, was born on June 9, 1959, in Garfield Heights, Ohio…

Donald A. Sevigny, age 88, died Friday, July 18, at his home in Wayland. Born Sept. 5, 1936, in Detroit, he relocated to Wayland in his youth. Watching him dance…

“The old gray mare she ain’t what she used to be, cries when she wants to pee.” It’s long overdue — acknowledging my very real fears about growing old and…

(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) The bank building in downtown Martin 25 Years Ago — July 17, 2000 The new Harding’s…

Randall S. Post died Monday, July 14. Born Dec. 16, 1957, he was 67. Randall will be remembered for his unwavering faith, deep love for his family, and quick wit…

Dan Beute Dan Beute was re-elected chairman of the Dorr Township Planning Commission Tuesday evening and the newest commissioner, Rebecca Snider, was welcomed for her first meeting. Beute, who holds…

The on-again, off-again sustainable business park project for Dorr Township seems to be on again. Crain’s Business has announced  that Kent County officials plan to build a new transfer station…

The Townbroadcast account of the contentious meeting Monday night of the Wayland Board of Education may have been misleading. Wayland Mayor and Cross-Country coach Jennifer Antel submitted her resignation and…

Steven Vogt, age 71, died Saturday, July 12, while surrounded by his family in Dorr. Steve was born Sept. 20, 1953, in Grand Rapids, to Joseph and Lucille Vogt. Steve…