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Viking boys’ hoops team loses to undefeated, state-ranked Godwin

January 23, 2015

The Hopkins boys’ basketball team’s four-game winning streak came to a sudden halt Friday night, but it really wasn’t a surprise. The Vikings lost 82-58 to Wyoming Godwin Heights, the No. 3 team this week in the Associated Press Class B poll, now undefeated in its eight contests this season....

Wildcats’ 1st quarter blowout performance seemed therapeutic

January 23, 2015

A 65-47 victory Friday evening was just what the doctor ordered for the Wayland boys' varsity basketball team. Fresh from two disappointing O-K Gold losses on the road, one by three points and the other by three in double overtime, coach Mike Hudson's group needed a really quality outing to...

Wildcat girls capture showdown hoops thriller in double overtime

January 23, 2015

The Showdown at the 'Cats' Corral was every bit as good as advertised — and even better. The even better part was that Wayland remained undefeated this season with a stunning, thrilling, heart-stopping 77-76 double overtime victory over visiting Grand Rapids Catholic Central. In one corner was the state's No....

Catholic Central halts Wildcat jayvee hoops winning streak

January 23, 2015

The Wayland girls’ junior varsity basketball team’s six-game winning streak came to a half Thursday in a 49-26 loss at Grand Rapids Catholic Central. The defeat dropped the Wildcat jayvees’ overall season record to 8-3. Both the home-standing Cougars and illnesses and injuries combined to do in Wayland. The Wildcat...

MEC plant manager in Wayland promoted to VP of operations

January 23, 2015

Craig E. King, who manages Mayville Engineering Company’s extensive manufacturing operations in Wayland and Byron Center has been promoted to vice president of operations, performance structure. The move is part of MEC’s announcement of changes to its senior leadership team that will take place with the retirement of Richard Nielsen,...

Baker Elementary honors 2 instructors for retirement

January 23, 2015

Physical education teacher Jim Orlowski, also known as "Mr. O," and Deb Brenner, kindergarten teacher, were honored this week at Baker Elementary by Wayland Union Schools staff, administrators, and former employees. The two long-time educators are retiring this month in the middle of the academic year. (Photo supplied)

Service will be Wednesday, Jan. 28, for Elaine Schmidt, 66, of Dorr

January 23, 2015

Elaine Schmidt, 66, of Dorr, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, at St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids. Elaine previously was a waitress at the Byron Center Hotel Restaurant for more than 20 years. She also was a cashier at Fifelski's Service Station in downtown Dorr for many years. She is survived...

Army Bob: Evil genius al-Zawahiri has led Al-Qaeda, not Bin Laden

January 22, 2015

We all have been told ever since Osama Bin Laden was killed that Al-Qaeda was destroyed, on the run or in retreat and generally we have not much to worry about. If only it were true The name Al-Qaeda translates to the list or the roster; think of them as...

Computers and gadgets should be used by kids only as tools, not toys

January 22, 2015

ACHTUNG: This is not a "fair and balanced" story. It is an editorial by the editor. Wayland Schools Technology Director Teresa Fulk, without really intending to, has stirred up controversy about children's use of computers and gadgets with her request to the school board next month for permission to extend...

Current Allegan County stray dogs:

January 22, 2015

This little fella (photo at left) was found yesterday on Julia St in Otsego. "Pat" is very scared and not too friendly to any of the shelter staff, but we're hoping someone recognizes him. Pat's family has until 1/27 by 5pm to claim him. Dog (Photo at right) found near...

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