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U.S.-131 bridge repair slows traffic near Dorr
This was the scene Thursday on northbound U.S.-131, a mile north of the Dorr exit (No. 68) with traffic slowed to a crawl to stop at Wayland. The off ramp…
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Wildcats lose to old pals Cedar Springs
The Wayland boys’ bowling team had a reunion showdown Thursday with former O-K Gold Conference champion Cedar Springs, but lost 26-4. Coach Sherry Miklusicak said, “We had lost the conference…
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No funeral plans yet for Joe Channells, 64
Joseph Bart Channells of Martin died Tuesday, Jan. 28, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. He was 64. Joe was born April 12, 1960, in Plainwell to George and Pauline…
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Army Bob: We need warriors, not pronouns
by Robert M. Traxler Retired LTC. Peter Brian Hegseth President Donald Trump’s administration’s pick for Secretary of Defense made the point at his Senate hearings that in World War II…
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Former Leighton, Dorr deputy promoted to patrol lieutenant
Sgt. Brandon Berens has been promoted to patrol lieutenant at the Allegan County Sheriff’s Department. Berens, who formerly served as a deputy in the Leighton and Dorr Township areas, near…
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Lady Vikings now 4-2 in O-K Silver hoops
The Hopkins girls’ basketball team elevated its O-K Silver Conference record to 4-2 and overall record Wednesday evening to 5-7 with a 29-10 victory over Kelloggsville. The contest was a…
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Hopkins Jr. High FFA team wins districts
The Hopkins FFA Junior High Conduct of Meetings team received first place accolades in the district leadership contest at Niles Wednesday evening. The group has earned the right to compete…
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Nominations sought for Alumni Hall of Fame
Wayland Union Schools is seeking nominations for the annual Alumni Hall of Fame. Those who wish to nominate a Wayland High School graduate for the honor may submit a form…
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Wildcats take thriller from GR West Catholic
The Wayland boys’ bowling team Wednesday afternoon pulled out a thrilling come from behind 17-13 victory over Grand Rapids West Catholic. “This has to be the closest match we've ever…
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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 — Jan. 31, 2000 The Globe published a front-page photo of Lisa Kamyszek…