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Army Bob: Media mob’s absurd accusation vs. Rep. Gabbard
To be fair and in a spirt of full disclosure, let me say I like Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI), a sister in arms. She and I were both majors in…
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Lady Vikings complete Silver dual matches with 6-0 record
The Hopkins varsity volleyball team took a crucial step toward winning the O-K Silver Conference championship Wednesday evening in a Parents' Night victory over visiting Wyoming Lee. The Lady Vikings…
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Bygone Days: A look at the history of NE Allegan County
(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) 25 Years Ago — Oct. 26, 1994 A Muskegon County judge has ruled that Allegan County…
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Six Martin boys’ harriers post personal bests at Shepherd
The Martin High School boys' Cross Country team finished 10th representing Clipper Nation in a 41-tearm invitational Saturday at Shepherd. Carsen Young received all-state recognition and Kyle Pallett earned academic…
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Twisted Pins arcade opens at old Wayland Cleaners location
The Twisted Pins Arcade has opened in the building that formerly housed Wayland Cleaners at 114 Pine St. Patrons for now can stop in and play games for free. Owner…
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Those who collect most sock pairs get cider and doughnuts
Wayland Union Middle School students collected 871 pairs of socks during their "Socktober Sock Drive." They will be donated to Ruthie's Closet at the United Church of Wayland. Andrea Schrieber's…
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Ranger Rick: Sorry, folks. Removal of Trump ain’t gonna happen
Autumn in Michigan: the best time of year. The angle of the sun in late afternoon makes the colors of the leaves explode in red, orange, yellow, making the brilliance…
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Two grid season finales move back to 7 p.m., Martin still at 5
Wayland and Hopkins High School varsity football teams will play their regular season finales Friday at 7 p.m., but Martin's contest will be kicked off at 5 p.m. Many ballgames…
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Two local observant amateur photogs capture the season
As the season of autumn takes control, two astute and capable amateur photographers have snapped pictures of our surroundings. Terri Haan Capenter (cover photo) captured the majestic sunset of last…
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Celebration of life for Stuart Wheeler is Sunday at VFW
Stuart Ronald Wheeler, age 78, died Sunday, Oct. 20. Stuart enjoyed tinkering — especially working on clocks and watches. He was a handyman who often fixed up homes and did…