There’s a three-way race under way for this year’s O-K Silver Conference softball championship. Grandville Calvin Christian Thursday in a makeup game muddied the waters even more by turning back Hopkins 9-1. The outcome has resulted in league standings that show Comstock Park at 6-0, Calvin Christian at 7-1 and Hopkins at 5-1. The only […]
Dorothy Ann (Opperman) Wilson died Tuesday, April 30, at the age of 92, in Kalamazoo Rose Arbor, Centrica. Dorothy was born March 3, 1932, in Grand Rapids to the late Edward and Jennie (Mason) Opperman. She grew up in Hopkins, where she graduated from high school in 1951. She also attended Davenport College in Grand Rapids.
by Robert M. Traxler The progressive movement has evolved. The cancel culture would have gone after anyone who disagrees with the politically correct movement; race, color, creed, nation of origin, sexual preference, weight, height, employment all are above criticism, we must be tolerant of everyone and everything. Perceived harsh language and bullying were condemned, even
The projected new owners of the Rock ’N Bowl establishment got a huge boost from the Leighton Township Board Thursday night. Tim Elzinga and Dean Rosendaal of Pin3LLC are forging a contract agreement with former owners Ron and Linda Lannon. The two newcomers indicated they understand bowling establishments are in decline nationwide, so they are
What a day for both Hopkins High School track teams! Both the girls’ and boys’ squads came up with three dual meet victories over Wyoming Godwin Heights, Comstock Park and Grandville Calvin Christian. Even more impressive was that it wasn’t even close for both teams. The boys beat Calvin Christian 107-29, Comstock Park 102-32 and
Madi Ludema had a really good ballgame against Grand Rapids Catholic Central in the twin bill opener Thursday in a 19-1 victory and then the “Cats cruised to a 15-0 victory in the nightcap. Wayland, with the sweep, hiked its O-K Gold Conference record to 8-0 and 15-4 overall. Ludema hurled four innings in game
The Martin Elementary School parking lot will be partially closed Monday, May 6, for the entire day due to exploratory drilling to collect core samples for soil testing. The drilling crew’s presence will impact both the morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up processes. The parking lot will still be accessible to parents/visitors, but in a very
Less than 24 hours after the report of a fatal motorcycle crash in Leighton Township, a GoFundMe post appeared on Facebook that might identify the victim. The post read: “… I am the sister in law of John Curl-Cardosa, who tragically passed in a motorcycle accident on 5/1/2024. John leaves behind so many family and
Dorr Elementary has been selected as a 2023-2024 Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase School. Awardees demonstrate a high level of performance and a positive culture and climate for learning. A spokesperson said, “This achievement highlights our dedication to creating a nurturing environment where every student can thrive. Join us in celebrating the impact our educators
(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) The Michigan State Telephone Company (the predecessor of Michigan Bell) purchased its first motor vehicle in 1905. It was a one cylinder Cadillac truck that was mainly used for emergency services as the horse and wagon still remained the main method
