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Florence Lorene Hoard died Saturday, May 2, at her home in Martin. She was 83 years old. She was born on Feb. 21, 1943, in Jefferson City, Tenn., the daughter…

Ethel Louise Howell, age 86, died in Wayland Friday, May 1. Ethel loved many things, including shopping, and especially spending time with her family. She was a great mom, always…

The Martin girls’ track team Saturday captured the runner-up spot in the Bangor Invitational. The boys’ team placed seventh. The Lady Clippers scored 67 team points, well behind invitational champion…

The Hopkins boys’ track team Saturday remained unbeaten in dual meets and invitationals this spring by taking first place in the Catholic Central Cougar tournament in Grand Rapids. The girls'…

Hopkins Public Schools will have its first bond election in 19 years Tuesday, May 5. Supt. Scott VanBonn, himself a Hopkins graduate, has been host for a series of informational…

The Martin girls’ track team scored two victories Wednesday in a double dual meet against Delton and Lawton, but the boys lost in both of their contests. The Lady Clippers…

Autumn Bonte and Erin Koopman Wayland Union Schools joined districts across Allegan County Wednesday to celebrate excellence at the annual Outstanding People for Education and Board Recognition Awards. This year’s…

The Allegan Area Educational Service Agency Wednesday evening recognized people with the 16th annual Outstanding People for Education awards. Martin's representatives this acdemic year are (from left) Food Service Director…

Helen Kay Van Domelen died Monday, April 27. She was 90 years old. Helen enjoyed spending time in her garden, sewing, quilting and reading. She was musically gifted, playing the…

The Hopkins softball team has always had a spirited rivalry with Grandville Calvin Christian for the O-K Silver Conference championship. This time, Tuesday, April 28, Calvin Christian came out on…