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I submit 10 examples of our failures to protect free speech
ACHTUNG: This is not a fair and balanced article. It is an editorial by the editor. “You're free to speak your mind my friend As long as you agree with…
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When the media ‘overlooks’ or ignores info, I am troubled
ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. “I’m looking over a four-leaf clover, I overlooked before One leaf is sunshine, the…
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One Small Voice: Has Jiminy Cricket left the hearings room?
"And always let your conscience be your guide." — Jiminy Cricket in the Walt Disney film "Pinocchio," 1941 by Lynn Mandaville It’s been a tough couple of weeks watching and…
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Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday for Frank Yob of Dorr
Frank Carlo Yob, age 84, of Dorr, died Wednesday, Nov. 13. Frank was a devoted, loving, caring husband, father and grandfather, was dedicated to his Catholic faith. He was employed…
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GVSU Student Senate’s ‘Pledge’ decision bold, forward looking
EDITOR"S NOTE: The following is an opinion by WHS grad Jon Seymour on the decision by the Grand Valley State University Student Senate against saying the Pledge of Allegiance before…
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Army Bob: Does government both giveth and taketh away?
by Robert M. Traxler Am I a great guy or what? I am going to give you all money. I made the decision not to take it away from you,…
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Curbside recycling costs loom as a big 2020 issue in county
Most Allegan County municipalities are bracing for the likelihood that recycling program costs will increase again next year, and some will grapple with a proposal to raise the household rate…
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All WHS debate team members finish in top 13 at Ionia tourney
The Wayland High School debate team had all 13 team members finish among the top 13 at the West Michigan Legislative Debate League at Ionia High School Wednesday. They were Anabelle…
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Perceived juvenile threat against Wayland school thwarted early
A perceived threat of violence against Wayland Union Schools was thwarted before it could be taken seriously Wednesday morning, according to authorities. Sheriff Frank Baker, in a prepared statement, said,…
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Eleven water wells to be tested within Village of Martin
The Martin Township Board Wednesday evening learned that 11 water wells within the Village of Martin will be tested for free by the Allegan County Health Department later this week.…