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Wayland Fall Fun Fest’s successor approved for Oct. 26
Wayland’s Fall Fun Fest may have died a couple of years ago, but the founder of the “This Is Wayland” web page is spearheading an effort for a special day…
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Wayland boy donated handicapped accessible wheelchair
The story about a Wayland boy's handicapped-accessible van that was destroyed by an uninsured driver crashed into it apparently has a happy ending. Graham Tomson, 4, son of Mr. and…
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Ranger Rick: It’s life, not books, that taught me all I’ve learned
Ranger Rick has lived many years and has earned everything he has. Nothing given to him other than what was earned either with his own two hands or brain (some…
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Former State Rep. candidate to run for drain commissioner
Mark Ludwig, a Fennville area farmer who unsuccessfully challenged incumbent State Rep. Mary Whiteford in the 80th District in 2018, is now setting his sights on the post of Allegan…
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Five ‘cold spots’ challenge Wayland appearance, economy
"Shutters and boards cover the windows of the house where we used to live." — Jerry Wallace, 1964 I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again… three of the…
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One Small Voice: The joy of finding rare and strange things
These are weird second-hand finds that just need to be shared (the Facebook Group). It's an awesome place to visit. by Lynn Mandaville I’m sure it began innocently enough. Somebody, shopping…
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Will Tuinstra violate term limits rules he invokes for others?
ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. I hear tell from reliable sources that Dorr Township Trustee John Tuinstra is seriously…
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Chemical Bank announces merger with TCF National Bank
TCF National Bank and Chemical Bank have merged, local Chemical Bank customers were notified recently. The letter said, “For now, keep banking at your existing branch locations and through your…
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Dorr Township’s plans for road work outlined by treasurer
Dorr Township Treasurer Jim Martin has reported to the Dorr Township Board about plans for future road work after the Citizens’ Road Committee meeting Aug. 14. The committee members have…
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Free water stations only a precaution at Hopkins Elementary
Hopkins Public School officials say the drinking water at Hopkins Elementary is safe for normal use, but water stations are being made available nonetheless. The precautions are being taken because…