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A mother works full time to get herself out of the job
by Denise Dykstra We met with some new friends this past weekend and were talking about our families. “Wait, four boys? You have FOUR boys?” one asked. Yes. And look,…
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Memorial service Saturday for Thomas Verberg, 79
Thomas Edward Verberg, age 79, of Wayland, died Sunday, May 1. Tom served his country in the U.S. Army in Vietnam as a tank operator. He enjoyed bowling, golf and…
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Jeff Parks chosen as new transportation supervisor
Jeff Parks Tim Washburn Jeff Parks has been chosen the new transportation supervisor for Wayland Union Schools. He succeeds Tim Washburn, who is retiring Friday, May 6, after serving for…
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Hopkins’ bats are booming in 13-3 sweeps of Plainwell
Peyton Roxbury had six hits on the day. The Hopkins softball team’s offensive prowess was reawakened Monday afternoon in a non-conference doubleheader sweep of Plainwell by identical 13-3 scores. The…
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Many seats open for non-partisan November votes
There is a huge number of candidates for the November general election for local non-partisan positions on school boards and Wayland City Council. Four two-year seats will be open for…
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Wayland council approves increased rates for sewer
The Wayland City Council Monday night formally adopted a resolution to raise city sewer rates to make up for a dozen years lapse in fee increases City Manager Josh Eggleston…
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Phyllis McCrossin won’t be ramblin’ with pen any more
by Phyllis McCrossin Phyllis McCrossin "Wild and windblown... that's how you've grown... Who can cling to a Ramblin' Rose?" — Nat King Cole, 1963 This will be my final column…
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Bella Harnish surprises no one, signs with Davenport
Bella Harnish Senior Isabella Harnish made it official this weekend by signing on the dotted line her intention to go go to Davenport University next fall and continue her very…
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Dorr Twp. sexism repeats itself, then withdraws
ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. “It's deja vu all over again.” — Baseball Hall of Famer Yogi Berra Chandler…
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Mushroom provolone burgers with caramelized onions is tasty entree
This onion, bella mushroom, and provolone burger has layers of flavor that your family is sure to enjoy. You’ll find that Bella’s are great to pair up with onions and…