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Funeral Tuesday in Allegan for Thomas Damber of Dorr
Thomas Charles Damber, 81, of Dorr,died Wednesday, July 5, at his home with his family at his side. Born March 15, 1942, in Cheshire Township, he was the son of…
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Bridge on Rabbit River Trail closed starting Monday
Signs have been posted at the Rabbit River Trail on East Elm Street in Wayland, warning that beginning Monday, July 10, the bridge next to the makeshift picnic tabled will…
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Yes It’s True: Main Street promotes a happenin’ town
“There’s them that do, and then there’s them that just talk. The talkers are the lip flappers.” — Disc jockey Ed Buchanan of WLAV-FM. Holly McPherson I’ve needed to adjust…
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WHS senior wins award to attend Blue Lake Camp
Wayland High School senior Nicholas Ward has earned a 2023 Sue Drummond Scholarship! from the Thornapple Arts Council. An aspiring vocalist and choir director, Ward the scholarship in the amount…
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Army Bob: Going green is simply a marketing tool
by Robert M. Traxler Ever notice how a product places green in its name and puts a green label on the product, then charges more for the same item? Ever…
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Wayland Council approves DDA’s alley project plans
Police Chief Scott Matice and officer Jessica Ehrle The Wayland City Council Wednesday evening gave its blessing to the Downtown Development Authority’s alley project. Main Street Director Holly McPherson said…
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Shelbyville boy suffers foot injury in mower accident
A Shelbyville toddler was taken to an area hospital after suffering traumatic foot injuries Wednesday morning in a lawnmower accident. The 15-month-old boy caught his foot under a push mower…
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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 — July 6, 1998 Schools in Allegan County are making a collaborative effort…
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Farmall tractor show held in Hilliards despite heat
The annual 4th of July tractor show took place Tuesday at Marklevitz house in Hilliards. Approximately 200 guests and 76 tractors attended to enjoy good food with great friends and…
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Martin schools considering extension of debt millage
The Martin Board of Education is considering a proposal to extend the district’s bond millage to help deal with future needs. The school board and Supt. Samantha Ball are looking…