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It’s a rather snowy, blustery day in West Michigan
Once again, Michigan seems to be still trying to make up its mind whether it is spring or still winter. It was just two days before the official calendar designation…
Posted inSports
‘Cats honorable mention in D-2 pre-season softball poll
The Wayland girls’ varsity softball team is ranked among the honorable mention squads in Division 2 in the Associated Press pre-season rankings. The Wildcats last year lost only two games…
Posted inObituaries
Corey Cooke, only 33, loses battle with brain cancer
Corey Cooke, age 33, died Friday, March 17, after a battle with brain cancer. Corey enjoyed all things outdoors, especially camping trips with friends and family, fishing, and kayaking. He…
Posted inCommunity Notices
Farmers Market wants to expand attractions in ’23
The Wayland Farmers Market is not only moving its operations this summer to the City Park, but also intends to increase the attractions. Besides the home-grown food offerings, the market…
Posted inEditorial
We must confront the sad reality of teen suicide
ACHTUNG: This is not a "fair and balanced" article. It is an editorial by the editor. I was keenly and painfully aware this morning that my decision to post news…
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Resource Center scrap metal removal help sought
The scrap metal pile at the Martin Area Resource Center is reaching maximum density and plans now are to load it up at the end of the month and transport…
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Wayland High School freshman takes his own life
The Wayland community and Wayland High School today has been stunned by the news a freshman took his own life Thursday night. Ayden Steinberg was found in the barn next…
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One Small Voice: Say it loud, I’m woke and proud
Woke: Aware of and actively attentive to important societal facts and issues (especially issues of race and social justice). — Definition courtesy Mirian-Webster Dictionary online. by Lynn Mandaville I’d like…
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Army Bob: We must stop demand to win drug war
by Robert M. Traxler The only way to control illegal drugs is to stop or massively curtail demand. Cocaine was made illegal in 1914 in the Harrison Narcotics Act, along…
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Steeby, Baker kids exceed goals for Heart Challenge
Baker and Steeby Elementary students finished up their "Kids Heart Challenge" this month. Steeby had a goal of $7,000 and ended up raising $9,777. Baker had a goal of $11,000…