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A free speech issue has been hijacked for propaganda
ACHTUNG: This is not a "fair and balanced" story. It is an editorial by the editor. “An' I don't mind 'em switchin' sides, An' standin' up for things they believe…
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The Subterranean: ‘Mother!’ is my wife’s worst nightmare
A review of Mother! **** 1/2 out of five stars Currently in theaters by Walter G. Tarrow My wife has made our home the heart and soul and be all…
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Lady Vikings win 4 of 6 matches at Saranac Invitational
The Hopkins varsity volleyball team won four of six matches Saturday at the Saranac Invitational. The Lady Vikings defeated Tri Unity 25-8, 25-15 and Grand River Prep 25-18, 25-23 in…
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Lady Wildcats cop 5th place in Otsego Invitational
The Wayland girls’ varsity cross-country team placed fifth in a 17-team field Saturday at the Otsego Bulldog Invitational. Grand Rapids Christian, an O-K Gold Conference rival, won the meet with…
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Martin finally scores on Saugatuck, but loses 49-6
by Austin Marsman What Saugatuck had predicted to be an easy homecoming win over Martin turned out to be more of a battle, at least in the early going. But…
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Wayland Chrysler’s name, ownership changing Oct. 1
Wayland Chrysler's ownership and name will change officially as of Sunday, Oct. 1. In a letter to patrons and customers, Wayland Chrysler said, "There will be some changes for sure…
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Wildcats edged 21-20 by Gold foe Forest Hills Eastern
The Wayland varsity football team dropped a 21-20 heartbreaker Friday night at Forest Hills Eastern. The loss dropped the Wildcats' season record to 3-3 overall and 2-2 in the O-K…
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Vikings halt 3-game skid with 42-14 win at Buchanan
Hopkins halted a three-game losing streak on the gridiron Friday night with a 42-14 victory over non-conference opponent Buchanan. The Vikings lost the previous two weeks to unbeaten foes Wyoming…
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Lady Vikings win 3 straight sets to beat Calvin Christian
It isn't very often when Hopkins is able to beat Grandville Calvin Christian on the volleyball court, but the Lady Vikings turned the trick Thursday night in an O-K Silver…
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Yes It Is, It’s True: A (sort of) eulogy for good guy Tom Hooker
"When you coming home, I don't know when, but we'll get together then... Gonna have a good time then." — Harry Chapin, "Cat's in the Cradle," 1974 The passing this week…