Month: November 2021

Memorial mass will be Dec. 3 for Gerard Kwiatkowksi

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Gerard Albert Kwiatkowski, age 73, died Thursday, Nov. 25. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Norma Jean; children Ben (Sue) Kwiatkowski, Kathy (Vic) Caines, Tammy (Dan) Ayriss, Gerard Kwiatkowski; six grandchildren; siblings Joe (Susan) Kwiatkowski, Vincent L. Kwiatkowski, Theresa Kwiatkowski; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He...
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Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly mimics corporate liar

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ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. “The love of money is the root of all evil.” — The Apostle Paul “Now y’see. That’s what’s wrong with this country.” — Ross Perot on the presidential campaign trail in 1992 Brian Kelly...
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Hopkins doubles up Martin in hoops season opener

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Mady Weber (22) sneaks past Clipper defenders Elizabeth Reinke (21) and Lynsey Jager (10) to scored a couple of her game-high 22 points. Hopkins and Martin ushered in the 2021-22 girls’ basketball season Tuesday night in a neighborhood rivalry game dominated by Viking junior center Mady Weber. Hopkins doubled up...
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Soapmaker realizes dream of owning her businesses

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HD Soaps by Hilltop Designs carries unique gifts and products at its Dorr and Tanger Outlet locations. Christine and me Owner–proprietor Christine Weber of Martin started her business with $20. Today you can shop at one of her two store locations or browse her online inventory. Back when I worked...
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Turkey Trot raises almost $2,400 and food collection

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The fourth annual Turkey Trot Hand 2 Hand fund-raiser was a huge success this year, according to organizers. There were nearly 100 individuals who participated by either walking or running the 5k course Thanksgiving morning. Two of the food collection trailers were nearly full of food donations and they raised...
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Community Notices

Martin Schools asks people to mask up, social distance

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Martin Public Schools officials are asking students, parents and staff to wear masks and practice social distancing for the next three weeks because of the recent surge in Covid-19 cases. Superintendent Brooke Ballee-Stone, in a letter released today, wrote: “In order to avoid further closures and cancelations of school, sports...
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Cremation has taken place for Michael McLain, 67

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Michael McLain, age 67, died Saturday, Nov. 27. He is survived by his children Joseph (Alisha) McLain, Patrick (Katey) McClain, Katie Kaminski; eight grandchildren; mother, Norma McLain; brothers Roger (Cindy) McLain and David McLain; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack McLain....
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Former Postmaster Peggy Blok of Moline dies at 91

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Former Moline Postmaster Peggy Blok, 91, died Sunday, Nov. 28. She is survived by her children Rick and Donna Blok, Marilyn Middleton, Carolyn Carpenter, Pete and Mary Blok; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Peggy was a member of Moline Baptist Church for 69...
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All-Stater Emma Tornes to play softball at Cornerstone

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Wayland High School senior Emma Tornes (seated, center), an All-State outfielder last spring for the Wildcats, has signed a letter of intent to play softball at Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids. She is shown here at laeft with her sister, her parents and her college coach. In the Cover Photo she...
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Ramblin’ Road: Memories of Thanksgivings past live on

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by Phyllis McCrossin I trust everyone had a happy Thanksgiving.  Ours was fairly quiet, it was just King, our daughter, her twin sons and me. I cooked. We ate buffet style, serving ourselves straight from the pans on the stove. Cleanup took 15 minutes. It was great. My mother is...
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