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Integrated Man: Kids being kids, growing up in Albion, MI
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the second in a series of columns by John Face of Albion, who has spent a lifetime of living and going to work and school with…
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Lady Vikings bow in semifinal round at Zeeland East tourney
The Hopkins varsity volleyball team lost in the semifinal round of the Zeeland Invitational Tournament Saturday. The Lady Vikings, who won three tournament championships earlier this season, suffered their only…
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Yes It’s True: Martin should make Onion King fest annual event
The community and school in Martin celebrated a fascinating piece of history Friday night with homecoming, a football game and a tribute to an unusual mascot. Though known today as…
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Lady Wildcats take 6th at Cedar Springs C-C Invitational
The Wayland girls’ varsity cross-country team placed sixth among 14 schools and the boys were 10th among 12 in the Cedar Springs Invitational Saturday. The Wildcat girls scored 185 team…
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Vikings appear to be in driver’s seat for Silver title, playoffs
The Hopkins varsity football team appears to be headed for a second straight O-K Silver Conference championship and it seems to be just about a lock on winning a berth…
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Wayland equestrian team wins berth in regionals competition
The Wayland coed equestrian team finished second Saturday in the district level of competition at the Barry County Fairgrounds, thereby earning a berth in the regionals. They emerged as Reserve…
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Local vet advises horse owners to get animals vaccinated vs. EEE
Recent reports aboutEastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) have some area residents on edge, but officials insist the danger isn't as great as feared. Michigan health officials have confirmed eight cases of…
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Memorial services pending for Roger Harwood, 78, of Wayland
Roger Harwood, age 78, of Wayland, died Friday, Sept. 20. Roger was a loving husband and father who loved golf and all outdoor activities. He was a part owner of…
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Clippers, aka Onion Kings, register 4th straight grid win
“It isn’t very good, but it sure is interesting.” — Detroit Pistons scout Will Robinson, watching MIAA basketball Echoes of Robinson’s immortal impressions abounded Friday night in Martin’s strange and…
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Yellow lab joins Allegan County prosecutor’s office staff
Allegan County Prosecuting Attorney Myrene K. Koch has welcomed the newest member of her staff, the canine advocate Joey, a 20-month old yellow labrador retriever. He was trained by Leader…