July 2020 – Page 4

WHS Class of 1955 still has a reunion every 5 years

July 21, 2020

Alumni, Jack Fox presents the '"Most Responsible Members" of the Wayland High School Class of 1955 and Sandra (Keeney)who with her late husband, Jerry Pattock, providing the selfless act of adopting their grandchildren. Unfortunately, Jerry passed away earlier this year. The honor was given to Sandra during the 60th class...

Terry Smit’s service will be at the Big Rock Music Barn

July 21, 2020

Terry Smit of Hopkins died Monday, July 20. He was 73. Terry, his brother, Keith Smit, and his cousin, Dan Jager, were owners of Peaceful Road Farms and Hopkins Elevator. Terry was a trusted animal nutritionist. In 2013, the sons of the partners, Paul Smit, Andy Smit, Dave Smit, John...

Ranger Rick: For the Times, They Are A-Changin’

July 21, 2020

As you age, things that were so clear when you were younger become clearer or muddied, depending on your perspective. I became a conservative after being a Democrat for many years (I voted for Jimmy Carter TWICE!). You notice I didn't say I was a Republican, but I never voted...

Funeral mass is Thursday for Jennene Kelly, 44

July 21, 2020

Jennene Renee Kelly, died Saturday, July 18. She was 44 years old. Jennene had many hobbies and likes, some of which included her favorite color, purple, the Detroit Tigers, Notre Dame, baby dolls and fishing at her favorite vacation spot in Baldwin. She also enjoyed making friends at Special Friends...

Hopkins School Board unveils back to school plans

July 20, 2020

Hopkins Public Schools officials have outlined a “back to school” plan for the next academic year starting in late August. Superintendent Gary Wood told school board members students are scheduled to meetin person on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday each week and reserve Wednesdays for on-line instruction only. Those not...

COVID mask wearing issue finds it way to Wayland

July 20, 2020

Jake Gless Mark Garnsey The nation-wide controversy about wearing masks during the COVID-19 crisis has found its way to Wayland. The Wayland City Council and Police Chief Mark Garnsey got an earful Monday night about a complaint filed by local citizen Jake Gless, who charged that a local business was...

Swedish Rye Bread a great choice for making Reubens

July 20, 2020

by Kathy Hamman Miller Grandma’s Recipes slot of times called for a pinch of this, a dash of that, or mix it until the dough looks right. These kind of instructions come from experience and are served with an extra dash of love. This version of her bread was great...

Will voters throw out the baby with the bath water?

July 19, 2020

“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of light, it was the season of darkness, it was...

Ramblin’ Road: Mundane, but peaceful life camping

July 19, 2020

by Phyllis McCrossin We are still here. I guess that means we are here (at this campground) for the duration. It’s interesting to see the campers come and go. Big and fancy motor homes, equally big and fancy travel trailers line the campsites on the weekends. King and I watch...

Funeral mass Tuesday at St. Mary’s for Paul James

July 19, 2020

Paul Edward James, age 72, of Dorr, died Saturday, July 18. Paul was a loving and caring husband and father, who always led his family with strength and confidence. A proud veteran and entrepreneur, he spent his life modeling hard work and kindness toward others. Paul was a champion for...

Month: July 2020