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  • Ribbon Cutting & Open House – Fusion Fitness 24/7 Scheduled for April 18th

    By Denise Behm | April 13, 2017 | Comments Off on Ribbon Cutting & Open House – Fusion Fitness 24/7 Scheduled for April 18th

    Ribbon Cutting & Open House – Fusion Fitness 24/7 All are invited to celebrate the opening of Fusion Fitness – Wayland’s NEWEST Fitness Center! Fusion Fitness takes pride in providing top-of-the line equipment, MANY classes to choose from, personal trainers, and showers! The Chamber of Commerce, along with City of Wayland Mayor Tim Bala, will be … Read more

  • MANDA LOU’S BAKERY SCHEDULES OPEN HOUSE & TASTING EVENT

    By Denise Behm | March 20, 2017 | Comments Off on MANDA LOU’S BAKERY SCHEDULES OPEN HOUSE & TASTING EVENT

    MANDA LOU’S BAKERY SCHEDULES OPEN HOUSE & TASTING EVENT The Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce an upcoming event  for chamber member Manda Lou’s Bakery. Manda Lou’s Bakery, located at 4016 Blake Ct in Dorr has scheduled an open house and tasting event for Saturday, April 22nd from 10:00am-4:00pm at their Dorr … Read more

  • MYTOWN ACE HARDWARE ACHIEVES HIGHEST LEVEL OF RECOGNITION FROM ACE HARDWARE CORPORATION FOR EXEMPLARY PERFORMANCE

    By Denise Behm | March 12, 2017 | Comments Off on MYTOWN ACE HARDWARE ACHIEVES HIGHEST LEVEL OF RECOGNITION FROM ACE HARDWARE CORPORATION FOR EXEMPLARY PERFORMANCE

    MYTOWN ACE HARDWARE ACHIEVES HIGHEST LEVEL OF RECOGNITION FROM ACE HARDWARE CORPORATION FOR EXEMPLARY PERFORMANCE Neighborhood store recognized as a top performing retail location Ace Hardware Corporation is pleased to announce that MyTown Ace Hardware of Dorr achieved designation as a “Pinnacle Performance Retailing” store for its outstanding performance. Developed as part of Ace’s long-term … Read more

  • WAYLAND CHAMBER CELEBRATES AT ANNUAL KICK-OFF

    By Denise Behm | February 24, 2017 | Comments Off on WAYLAND CHAMBER CELEBRATES AT ANNUAL KICK-OFF

    Members of the Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce gathered on February 17th in the Grand Hall of the Wayland Union School’s Fine Arts Center for their Annual Kick-Off Luncheon presented by Title Sponsor ITC and supported by Contributing Sponsor Edward Jones. This year’s guest speaker was Michigan House of Representatives, 77th District, Tommy Brann. Representative … Read more

  • WAYLAND COMMUNITY QUILTERS, A CHARITY BEE

    By Denise Behm | February 9, 2017 | Comments Off on WAYLAND COMMUNITY QUILTERS, A CHARITY BEE

        WAYLAND COMMUNITY QUILTERS, A CHARITY BEE Media Release Date:  February 7, 2017 From: Nancy Whitley Contact: 616.262.3415 The Wayland Community Quilters have organized to make quilts for those in need. Their first project is making lap quilts for patients at the Wings Home in Allegan, a project of the Wings of Hope Hospice. … Read more

  • Seeking Nominations for Outstanding People for Education Award

    By Denise Behm | February 8, 2017 | Comments Off on Seeking Nominations for Outstanding People for Education Award

    The Allegan County School Boards Association is once again holding their annual “Outstanding People for Education Award.”  The purpose of the award is to recognize and honor people in education who are excelling in their field and/or are making an impact in the quality of education in Allegan County. Examples of whom to nominate could … Read more

  • Community Welcomes Jungle Survival Drivers Training

    By Denise Behm | February 2, 2017 | Comments Off on Community Welcomes Jungle Survival Drivers Training

    The chamber is proud to announce that there is a new option for teens when it comes to learning to drive. Famous for their jungle themed student driver vehicles, Jungle Survival Drivers Training, has a new location and is excited to serve the area. Jungle drivers  experience a unique and effective training experience that both … Read more

  • Rock Band Wayland will hold Concert to Benefit WUHS Music Programs

    By Denise Behm | December 15, 2016 | Comments Off on Rock Band Wayland will hold Concert to Benefit WUHS Music Programs

    December 15, 2016 For Immediate Release With photo Contact: Laurie Zywiczynski, Director of Community Relations, lauriez@wayland.k12.mi.us http://www.waylandtheband.com/  Rock Band Wayland will hold Concert to Benefit WUHS Music ProgramsWayland Union Schools, MI– Nationally known rock band Wayland will perform at the Wayland Union Fine Arts Center on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 7pm.  All proceeds will … Read more

  • Chamber Announces Annual Chamber Award Recipients

    By Denise Behm | December 15, 2016 | Comments Off on Chamber Announces Annual Chamber Award Recipients

    On Thursday, December 8th, the Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce held their annual Chamber Awards Gala at Bay Pointe Inn & Lakefront Resort. The focus of this event is to recognize chamber members for outstanding service in one of three areas. An engaging presentation was given by Emily Richett, owner of Richett Media, who spoke … Read more

  • WUS Toy Drive – NOW Through December 9th

    By Denise Behm | November 22, 2016 | Comments Off on WUS Toy Drive – NOW Through December 9th

    WUS Toy Drive – Through December 9th Drop off a NEW unwrapped toy, craft, activity book, etc to any Wayland Union School office. All donations will be delivered to Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital to help brighten the day of a child. Please see flyer or video for additional information. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bY2e3-pzy7s&feature=youtu.be