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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

Columns

Ground turkey stew can be hearty leftovers addition

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 12 oz bag frozen sliced carrots 1 small sweet onion diced 2 pounds ground turkey 1 quart stewed tomatoes (28 ounce can) 32 ounces…

Editor July 23, 2023

Columns

Yes It’s True: Somebody wants to keep us all divided

Whilst perusing Facebook over the past week, I’ve been struck by the huge number of postings about the country music song “Try That in a Small Town” and the movie…

Editor July 22, 2023

Obituaries

Celebration of life for Graham Krauss is July 25

Graham Krauss, age 76, of Hudsonville, died Thursday July 20. Graham dedicated his life to helping guide others as a teacher for 38 years. He taught multiple subjects, including woodshop,…

Editor July 22, 2023