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Army Bob: Mexico wants Biden and the status quo
by Robert M. Traxler El Presidente of Mexico has come out on the side of President Biden and is degrading Governor Ron DeSantis; indeed, the Mexican President has also come…
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Despite the heat, paving progresses on South Main
Despite the oppressive heat, work is progressing on South Main Street. Wayalnd City Councilman Steve Stepek, who took these pictures, said ,"Leveling courses are going in today, then sewer needs…
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WHS grad is All-American Scholar in K-College golf
Wayland High School graduate Tyler Omness has been named an All-America Scholar by the Golf Coaches Association of America. To be eligible for All-America Scholar status, an individual must be a…
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Mass will be Saturday morning for Beth Calkins
Beth Calkins died Tuesday, Aug. 22. She was 67. Beth was an extraordinary homemaker. Her home was always spotless, and she took pride in the meticulous care she invested into…
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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) There are suspicions that this eatery was located at today's site of the Clippers Cafe in…
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Hot weather causes some cancellations and delays
How hot was it? The weather Wednesday was certainly challenging, with a heat index that went higher than 100 degrees. Some reported temps of 88 degrees, some said 92. Regardless,…
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Wildcat tennis team beats Otsego in season opener
The Wayland High School boys' tennis tennis team defended the home courts in its season opener Tuesday afternoon, getting by the Otsego Bulldogs 5-3. Taking wins for the Wildcats were,…
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Can state legislators somehow tweak 2 laws?
ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. When the Michigan State Legislature goes back into session soon, I urge lawmakers resolutely…
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The Milk House opening Thursday in Dorr Township
The grand opening of Walnutdale Family Farms store, The Milk House, in Dorr Township is scheduled for this Thursday. The store is located on 14th Street between 142nd and 144th…
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WHS grad wins area summer bowling title
Wayland High School graduate Brady Forcier (second from left) won the SW Michigan Summer Championship last weekend. Forcier led a qualifying field of 29 with a three-game set of 875.…