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Army Bob: Intellectuals, academics joined Nazis
by Robert M. Traxler A comment from a critic of this column asked for proof the Nazis were supported by the academics and the self-proclaimed educational elite in Germany in…
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Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County
(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) The Wayland High School Radio Club, late 1940s. 25 Years Ago — Nov. 9, 1998 The…
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Incumbent loses by 1 vote in City Council election
Tracy Bivins The Wayland City Council race was incredibly close Tuesday, with appointed incumbent Steve Stepek gathering the most votes with 277. Newcomer Grace Sefranek had second most with 261,…
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Clippers earn a berth in volleyball regional finals
Martin has a date Thursday at Athens High School in the Division 4 regional volleyball finals against St. Joseph Our Lady of the Lake. The Clippers defeated Marcellus Howardsville Christian…
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Wayland Christmas parade grand marshals selected
Roger and Mary Jane Merren have been chosen 2023 Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade Grand Marshals. The couple will be leading this year's parade Saturday, Dec. 2,beginning at…
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Longtime truck driver Arthur Henry dies at age 67
Arthur Joe Henry, 67, of Watson Township, died Saturday, Nov. 4, in Grand Rapids. Born July 16, 1956, in Allegan, he was the son of the late Arthur Sr. and…
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Graveside service will be Nov. 9 for Donald Anderson
Donald Anderson Jr., age 81, died Saturday, Nov. 4. Don was a loving and loyal husband, father, and grandfather. He coached his kids rocket football and baseball teams. Don enjoyed…
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Wayland council members to decide on 2 ordinances
COVER PHOTO: The historic Henika Library building may be expanded after its purchase of neighboring property was approved. The Wayland City Council Monday evening had public hearings and first readings…
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Funeral will be Saturday for Marcia Beltman of Hopkins
Marcia Ann Beltman, 83, of Hopkins, died Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023 at her home. Born Jan. 23, 1940, in Zeeland, she was the daughter of the late Arthur James and…
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Memorial service will be held Saturday for Pat Smith
Patricia Kaye (Scholten) Smith, 76, died Friday, Nov. 3, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Pat was born and raised in Holland, and graduated from Holland High School. She married…