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‘It’s a Winner’ chicken dinner Saturday at United Church

January 16, 2015

The monthly "It's a Winner" chicken dinner will be offered from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the United Church of Wayland, 411 E. Superior St. The dinner includes four pieces of baked chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad bar, johnny cake and desserts. Cost is $8 for adults, $5 for...

Mike Doupe` named new Wayland High School varsity football coach

January 16, 2015

Wayland Union High School has selected Michael Doupe` as new head football coach. Justin Wilson, athletic director, said he had 29 applicants for the position, which was advertised Nov. 25 after the resignation of Jerry Diorio. “We narrowed down the candidates to six with first-round interviews,” said Wilson “and then...

Welcoming Schools needs volunteers Feb. 17-18

January 16, 2015

Wayland Welcoming Schools is seeking student or adult volunteers to assist with child care at the Early Childhood Nights at Dorr and Baker Elementaries Tuesday, Feb. 17, at Dorr and Wednesday, Feb. 18, at Baker. Childcare volunteers are asked to arrive at 5:30 p.m. each evening and stay until 7...

State Reps. Yonker, Gamrat have ugly ties to racism, homophobia

January 16, 2015

ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” story. It is an editorial by the editor. Our two state legislators have alarmingly strong ties to former disgraced former lawmaker Dave Agema, who’s taking serious heat from within his own party for racist and homophobic comments. Both Ken Yonker of the...

‘Liberal media’ is an oxymoron

January 16, 2015

ACHTUNG: The following is not a “fair and balanced” story. It is an editorial by the editor. I confess: One of my pet peeves over the last 20 years has been the continued assertion that the media is liberal. Having worked in the media for more than 40 years and...

Wayland Fitness Center plans open house Tuesday

January 16, 2015

The Wayland Community Fitness Center will have an open house from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, at Wayland High School. Guests can meet professional triathletes Abby Geurink and Samantha Kennedy, and chef and author Jennifer Smits, sample food and products from local wellness vendors,...

Current Allegan County stray dogs:

January 15, 2015

All stray pets at the Allegan County Shelter have a short "stray hold," waiting for their family to reclaim them. If you see your pet in this album it is important you call the shelter ASAP. Please leave a message with your name & number if you are calling before...

Pinewood Derby race planned for Saturday, Jan. 31

January 15, 2015

The Leighton Township Fire Department will sponsor its fifth annual Pinewood Derby at 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Leighton Township fire station 1, 1110 144th Ave, Moline. This is an all-ages event. Race brackets are as follows: • Children under 18 years old, dual elimination, winners and losers...

Army Bob: We must take serious and decisive action against ISIS

January 15, 2015

French Philosopher and writer Voltaire is credited with saying, “I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it.” The murders at the offices of Charlie Hebdo in France were designed to violate that rule. Charlie Hebdo is a...

Lady Wildcat rollers now 4-0 in league, 6-1 overall

January 15, 2015

The Wayland girls' varsity bowling team continued its dual match winning ways Thursday afternoon with a come-from-behind 16-14 triumph at Byron Center. For the first time since before Christmas break, the Lady Wildcats struggled mightily in the first two Baker games, falling behind 10-0 after losing 137-126 and 179-126. But...

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