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Army Bob: Being correct politically trumps science
by Robert M. Traxler We must believe the science of global climate change or be a “damned science denier.” But wait, the science tells us men and women are different?…
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Martin graduate scores 19 for Adrian in hoops win
Kiaya Warner, a 2020 Martin High School graduate, had a big day for Adrian College in a 75-56 victory over Kalamazoo College Wednesday night. She played 38 minutes, scoring 19…
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Terry Hutchinson chosen Dorr Firefighter of the Year
Terry Hutchinson has been selected as the 2023 Dorr Township Firefighter of the Year. Fire Chief Gary Fordham said, "We're grateful for your dedication to the community!"
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City of Wayland snowplow procedures, protocol noted
The City of Wayland has been asked to provide a little more information about its plowing/snow removal procedures on city roadways. A spokesperson for the city said, “It should be…
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Hopkins Junior High FFA team qualifies for regionals
The Hopkins Junior High conduct of meeting team members came in first place in the FFA districts Wednesday and now are headed to regionals in two weeks (Feb. 7) at…
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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) 25 Years Ago — Jan. 25, 1999 Goble Messer, a Wayland Township resident, has threatened to…
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Each Wayland school board member receives a book
January is School Board Recognition Month, and to honor Wayland school board members, a book was presented to each of them during the board meeting Monday, Jan. 22. These dedicated…
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Wayland Dollar General roof collapses, makes mess
The roof above the Dollar General store in downtown Wayland collapsed late Tuesday night under the strain of excess snow and ice in recent storms. Crews were on the scene…
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Ben Vezzetti’s funeral is Monday here, Feb. 17 in UP
Benjamin Joseph Vezzetti, age 82 of Wayland, died Friday morning, Jan. 19. He was born Oct. 1, 1941, in Ontonagon, MI, the son of Egedio A. and Margaret G. (O’Connell)…
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WHS grad breaks Grace College record in long jump
Breanna Hyde, 2023 graduate of Wayland High School, set the Grace College (Ind.) school record in the long jump Saturday, Jan. 13 at the 24 West 5 Event Challenge indoor…