19 WEEKLY 2026
JANUARY
VOL 4 • NO. 02
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NEW DONUT, COFFEE & BOBA SHOP OPENS IN BALDWIN CITY
A new locally welcomed business has opened its doors in Baldwin City, offering fresh donuts, specialty drinks, and a convenient stop for early mornings. Le Donut, Coffee, & Boba is now open at 126 U.S. 56, located in the former Taco Bell building. Le Donut, Coffee, & Boba serves a variety of freshly made donuts, including apple fritters that have already been earning positive word-of-mouth from local customers. The menu also features boudin kolaches, along with coffee, boba, and other specialty drinks—making it a versatile stop whether you’re grabbing breakfast or a mid-morning pick-me-up. The business is utilizing the existing drive-through,
offering a quick and convenient option for customers on the go, and the location provides ample parking for those who prefer to step inside. Hours are listed as 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. daily, making it an ideal stop for early risers, commuters, and weekend treat seekers alike. The Maple Weekly looks forward to sharing more about Laye Donut, Coffee, and Boba—including the story behind the business and its owners—in a future publication. For now, Baldwin City residents are invited to stop by, check out the menu, and welcome this newest addition to the local business community.
BALDWIN CITY WELCOMES NEW YOUTH WRESTLING CLUB
A new youth wrestling club is taking shape in Baldwin City, built on experience, structure, and a deep commitment to both athletes and families. Baldwin Warrior Wrestling, founded by Katie and Kaleb Michael, officially launched during the current club season and is already gaining momentum. The idea for Baldwin Warrior Wrestling has been years in the making. The Michaels’ family has been involved in wrestling for more than 15 years, with five of their seven children participating in the sport—including their youngest, who is just getting started this year. Two of their children currently wrestle in school programs, while others are developing skills through club wrestling. Both Katie and Kaleb also bring extensive coaching backgrounds across multiple youth sports. Kaleb has served as a head coach for rec baseball, an assistant wrestling coach for more than five years, and currently coaches youth softball teams. Katie has coached soccer, volleyball, and softball. Through those years of coaching, they observed Baldwin City’s youth athletics community grow— and recognized a need for a different kind of wrestling option. CONTINUED ON PAGE 7