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Dollar General faces citizens’ opposition in Monterey Township

Many believe Dollar General stores seem to be popping up almost everywhere on the landscape, but there apparently is one exception — in Monterey Township. The Monterey Township Planning Commission…

Editor May 13, 2025

Features

Funeral is Wednesday for Charles Owens, 82

Charles David Owens, age 82, of Shelbyville died Sunday, May 11. Chuck retired from Steelcase after 40 years of service. He enjoyed his summers at Little White Fish Lake, and…

Editor May 13, 2025

Community Notices

Vehicle thefts rash continues in Dorr Twp.

A rash of vehicle break-ins continues to frustrate Dorr area households. One Facebook poster said, “We’ve experienced three nights in a row of break-ins, and it’s clear these incidents are…

Editor May 12, 2025

Articles

Women’s semi-pro grid team to play here

Grand Rapids Tidal Waves Valkyrie Wayland High School’s football stadium will be host to a women’s semi-professional football game at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 24. Wayland Union Schools Supt. Tim…

Editor May 12, 2025

Articles

New trash company in Dorr, Moline, Hopkins

It's always a great time to clean out the garage or start your next project. Give us a call or send us a message for your next dumpster rental.…

Editor May 12, 2025

Columns

King & I columnist to retire for a 2nd time

EDITOR’S NOTE: Author Phyllis McCrossin has decided to retire a second time since she stepped away several years ago. The following is her last column for Townbroadcast. We thank her…

Editor May 12, 2025

Columns

Ham & cheese pasta salad a crowd pleaser

by Kathy Hamman Miller A simple mix of pasta, ham, and cheese with veggies makes this colorful crowd pleaser a great dish to go with just about anything! Dressing Ingredients:…

Editor May 11, 2025

Sports

Wildcats win another softball invitational

The Wayland varsity softball team hiked its overall record to 20-4 Saturday afternoon by capturing the first place trophy in the Centreville Tournament. The Varsity Softball team defeated Constantine, 25-6,…

Editor May 11, 2025

Sports

Wildcat JVs win 3rd softball tournament

The Wayland High School junior varsity ladies defeated Zeeland West 16 to 6 and Reeths Puffer 15 to 4 to bring home the hardware in a tournament Saturday. It was…

Editor May 10, 2025

Features

Vikings 2nd in Ionia softball invitational

The Hopkins softball team took two of three encounters Saturday at a tournament in Ionia to run its record to 14-11 overall. Coach Amy Funk’s Vikings blanked St. John’s 3-0…

Editor May 10, 2025