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Lifelong Martin farmer Robert Kelsey dies at 91

November 30, 2016

Robert M. Kelsey, 91, of Martin, died Wednesday, Nov. 30, at Wings Home in Allegan. Mr. Kelsey was born Jan. 20, 1925, in Martin, the son of the late Thomas and Catherine (Richardson) Kelsey. He was a Class of 1943 Martin High School graduate and a Veteran of the United...

Bygone Days: A look back at NE Allegan County news

November 30, 2016

(From the archives inside the Then & Now Historical Libary in downtown Dorr) 25 Years Ago — Dec. 4, 1991 Wayland Schools Superintendent Bob Brenner and his family are being honored as grand marshals for the annual Wayland Christmas parade. The family includes the superintendent, his wife Sandy and children...

Martin girls’ hoop season starts tonight, others Friday

November 29, 2016

Martin has the honor of commencing the winter sports season with its girls' basketball opener at Schoolcraft Tuesday evening, Nov. 29, and the Hastings and Hopkins ladies both will make their debuts Friday in home contests. The Lady Clippers were defeated 38-22 Tuesday night, but details were not available. Wayland's...

Dorr athlete top rusher on GRCC state champion team

November 29, 2016

Nolan Fugate of Dorr was the leading rusher for the Division 4 state champion Grand Rapids Catholic Central football team. Fugate picked up 1,431 yards on 224 carries during the season and 14 touchdowns. His rushing total was fourth best in the school's history, which covers 106 years, according to...

Funeral Friday for Shellie Ballard, 37, of Hopkins

November 29, 2016

Shellie Lynn Ballard (Irish) of Hopkins died Sunday, Nov. 27, at the age of 37. Shellie loved music, camping, fishing, hunting and being in the great outdoors. Shellie is survived by her husband, Adam Ballard; her sons, Shaneebree and Jamy Ballard; her parents, Harvey and Diana Irish of Rockford; her...

Ranger Rick: If we don’t control borders, we’re not a country

November 29, 2016

With President –Elect Donald Trump’s declaration about abolishing “Sanctuary Cities,” various mayors have said they would not be changing and the lawlessness would continue. Rahm Emanuel, mayor of “Murder Inc.” Chicago – the mighty mite he is both in physicality and his childish demeanor, elects to thumb his nose at...

Christmas sing-along planned for next folk gathering

November 29, 2016

The next local Rabbit River folk music gathering will be a Christmas special, beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at the Vibrant Grains Bakery and Restaurant, 142 S. Main St. in Wayland. "Instead of a special guest artist, we are having a Christmas sing-along to start the evening and...

Bygone Days: A look back at news in NE Allegan County

November 26, 2016

25 Years Ago — Nov. 27, 1991 The Awareness Committee in Yankee Springs Township insists that Thompson-McCully’s special use permit to mine gravel will be expiring on Nov. 29. Supervisor David VanElst has acknowledged the sunset date, The Dorr Christmas parade is scheduled to take place Nov. 30 and Wayland...

Memorial service set for Ed Lautenschleger, 85

November 26, 2016

Edward Lautenschleger 85 of Wayland, died Monday, Nov. 14, at home. He was born on March 23, 1931, to William and Bertha Lautenschleger and married Lorraine Jousma, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were several brothers, sisters, and other family members. He is survived by Ed...

Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday for Rose Schumacher

November 26, 2016

Rose C. Schumacher, age 75 died unexpectedly Nov. 23. She was born March 31, 1941, the daughter of Alonzo and Margaret (Russell) Whipple. Rose graduated from South High School in 1960. She married Alvin Schumacher in St. Andrews Cathedral, Grand Rapids on April 20, 1963. Rose was a long standing...

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