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Memorial service will be Saturday for Doug Wind of Hopkins
Douglas G. Wind, 70, of Hopkins, formerly of Wyoming, died Tuesday, Aug. 4, at his home. Doug was born on May 5, 1945, in Wyoming to Henry and Doris (Poyser)…
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Democracy Tree: Pro-Choice movement finally strikes back
“Birth control is important across the political spectrum, to Democratic women, to Republican women, and to Independent women… birth control is the cornerstone of women’s health, their ability to get…
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Wayland schools set open houses before academic year start
School begins on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at Wayland, Hopkins and Martin. Wayland Union Schools have scheduled open houses to enable families to visit their children’s school buildings the week before.…
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We need forward thinking for energy, not business as usual
To the editor: I am concerned with Michigan’s energy future and am writing in opposition to House Bill 4297 ( Nesbitt) and Senate Bill 438 (Proos). We have an opportunity…
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Bygone Days: A brief look at Wayland area’s past, Part 178
25 Years Ago — Aug. 8, 1990 The August primary election turnout was light, but Allegan County voters overwhelmingly approved implementation of an emergency 911 phone system. Republican Party primary…
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Green Acres assisted living facility open house will be Sept. 2
The Green Acres assisted living facility on East Superior Street will have its grand opening from 1 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1. The actual address is 298 Kay…
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Ranger Rick: U.S. is No. 1 in debt, even worse than Greece
As much as Ranger Rick has his opinions diametrically opposed to the author of this “on-line rag” (his words, not mine), I think we both realize the U.S. is in…
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Adults now will have to pay $5 to get into WHS athletic events
All adults attending Wayland High School athletic events will be charged $5 apiece, starting with the 2015-16 academic year. Wayland students (with ID or accompanied by an adult) and children…
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Dorr Parks Commission orders obstacle parts for skate park
The Dorr Parks Commission unanimously voted Monday night to proceed with ordering the obstacles to sit on newly poured concrete for the skate park. There will be nine major pieces…
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Funeral will be Saturday at Dutton church for Marvin Beute
Marvin Jay Beute, age 72, of Dorr, died Sunday, Aug. 2. He will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Dan (Sara) Beute, Scott Beute, Randy (Kimberly) Beute, Timothy Beute; his…