Just to let the village know, the foreman, Roy Wise, is on vacation this week and will not be back until Sunday. If any questions arise, please email Council Trustee Michael Beach at beach7184@gmail.com.
We have someone on standby if anything comes up weather-wise or if there’s something important that needs to be done, so please let us know.
Thanks!
The Village of Woodland is proud to honor Betty Carpenter as the Grand Marshal of the 2026 Woodland Homecoming Celebration.
The Grand Marshal is an individual (or couple) recognized for outstanding service to Woodland. As a featured guest of the Homecoming Celebration, the Grand Marshal embodies the spirit, history, and pride of our community.
Betty is a lifelong resident of Woodland who has dedicated more than 40 years of service on the Village Council. She currently serves as President of the Woodland Eagles Auxiliary and has worked tirelessly to make Woodland a better place to live.
Known for her kind heart, wonderful spirit, sharp wit, and warm presence, Betty has been a steady and positive force in our village for decades.We are proud to honor her as one of our own.
Thank you, Betty, for your many years of dedication and service to Woodland.
Woodland’s homecoming takes place each year during Labor Day weekend in the village park. The event features a variety of family-friendly activities, including fun events for kids, a parade, and the highly anticipated annual softball tournament. It’s a community gathering that brings everyone together to celebrate and enjoy the end of summer.
HAPPY RETIREMENT
Kirk Forman is retiring from the
Woodland D.P.W.
Come help Kirk and Cindy celebrate as
Kirk enters a new chapter in his life.
After 46 1/2 years of serving the
residents and the Village of
Woodland, he is ready to relax and
put his feet up!
Please join us in wishing him well at:
The Main Floor
1037 Fourth Ave., Lake Odessa, MI
Sunday, December 28, 2025
From 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
This will be an open house style,
stop in when you can.
(No gifts, please)
Woodland will be hosting its annual Trick-or-Treating on Halloween day, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Families are invited to stop by Harold E. Classic Memorial Park between 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. for hotdogs, cider, donuts, and hot chocolate. A costume contest will be held at 6:30 p.m. sharp.
This fun-filled event in the park is sponsored by the local Lions Club. Be sure to join us for a spooktacular evening!