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Democracy Tree: Striking back at GOP’s war on women
by Amy Kerr Hardin “The highest court in the land has affirmed that each of us deserves compassion, respect, and dignity in making health decisions. Now it’s time to work…
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State Rep. GOP primary winner has troubling ties that bind
ACHTUNG: The following is not a “fair and balanced” story. It is an editorial by the editor. Steven Johnson’s GOP primary victory for 72nd District state representative Tuesday set MLive…
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Recycling surcharge request passes in 8 of 9 municipalities
Allegan County Recycling/Solid Waste Coordinator Ben Williams said he was very pleased with the results of Tuesday's primary election involving the program in a variety of locations. Eight of nine…
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Basura: My bid for presidential sweepstakes: No Trump
“You gotta know when to hold ‘em and know when to fold ‘em. . ." — Sung by Kenny Rogers, "The Gambler" Donald Trump has been publicly disrespectful of the…
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Bygone Days: A look at Wayland area’s past, Part 227
25 years Ago — Aug. 1991 The Dorr Township Board has issued Hillcrest Mall Manager Bernie Hull an ultimatum to live up to obligations of his tax abatement by Jan.…
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Sewers, Dorr millages, Martin schools big primary winners
Debbie Sewers, Steve Johnson and two Dorr Township millage proposals were the biggest winners Tuesday in the Republican Party primary election. Sewers won the Dorr Township Clerk’s post with about…
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Wayland citizen pleads with city to stop removing trees
The Wayland City Council was rebuked by a local citizen Monday night for pursuing policies of removing trees from the community. Gail Hollinger, who had come to the meeting to…
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Ranger Rick: Convention shows just how delusional Dems are
The Mrs. Clinton lovefest is over, time to get back to reality. Being someone whom never liked the Clintons (I never support Marxists, statists or socialists), I have a natural…
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‘Sentimental Journey’ to perform at next music showcase
The gospel musical group "Sentimental Journey" will be guests at the next monthly showcase at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, at Vibrant Grains Bakery and Restaurant, 142 S. Main St.,…
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New city officer Tony Perez to succeed Jason Beckwith
The Wayland City Police Department expects to add an officer later this month. Police Chief Steve Harper told the City Council Monday night that Tony Perez has been offered the…