Editor

Army Bob: Take the test to be a progressive/socialist

by Robert M. Traxler A short series of questions see if you identify as a properly educated and knowledgeable socialist/progressive who believes the “undeniable truths” of the hard core socialist…

Editor July 27, 2023

Features

Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County

(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) The historic stone house at Knobloch's Corner at 30th Street and 128th Avenue, which was struck…

Editor July 26, 2023

Sports

WHS grad starts 4th golf season at Spring Arbor

Wayland High School graduate Roy Myers is beginning his senior year on the golf team at Spring Arbor University. Myers has been a Crossroads League all-star selection in all three…

Editor July 26, 2023

Articles

Four candidates running for 3 seats on City Council

Rick Mathis Four candidates have filed to run for three open seats on the Wayland City Council in November. Two incumbents, Tracy Bivins and Steve Stepek, will be joined on…

Editor July 25, 2023

Obituaries

Brian Collings, 64, dies at his home in Shelbyville

Brian L. Collings of Shelbyville died Wednesday, July 19, in his home. He was 64 years old. Brian was born on Dec. 18, 1958, and grew up in Hopkins. Brian…

Editor July 25, 2023

Community Notices

New Mexican restaurant to open doors Friday, July 28

It's been a couple of months since the news was out around town that the MI Guadalajara Mexican restaurant would open its doors and many local folks have been asking…

Editor July 25, 2023

Sports

Nicole Bush named to athletic hall of fame at MSU

Nicole Bush Ray Antel Nicole Bush, three-time state champion in high school cross-country and national champion in the steeplechase in NCAA competition, now has one more honor to add to…

Editor July 24, 2023

Obituaries

Memorial service will be Friday for Dennis McBride

Dennis Ray McBride, aged 71 of Wayland, died at home Wednesday, surrounded by his wife and three children. Most people who knew him called him Denny, but those whom he…

Editor July 24, 2023

Columns

Yes It’s True: Three oldies stars deserved better luck

“If it wasn’t for bad luck, I wouldn’t have no luck at all.” — Albert King, “Born Under a Bad Sign.” Bert Kaempfert There is lots of lore about popular…

Editor July 23, 2023

Sports

Brad Moelker steps down as Martin hoops coach

Brad Moelker Martin is searching for a new varsity basketball coach, as Brad Moelker is stepping down after seven years at the helm. Moelker earlier this year announced he was…

Editor July 23, 2023