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One Small Voice: My own Nov. 11 Remembrance Day

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by Lynn Mandaville Nov. 11 is a date that means a few different things to people. For most Americans it means honoring all the men and women, past and present, who have served the United States in her armed forces. We call it Veteran's Day. In European nations it's the...
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Suspicious bus in Martin Twp. is a ‘misunderstanding’

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by Austin Marsman Reports have flooded social media over the past month about an “unmarked” school bus traveling the Martin Public Schools bus routes. The bus was described to have no school name on the side and bear the number 20. In an email to Townbroadcast.com, Sergeant John Damveld (Allegan County...
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Bygone Days: A look at the history of NE Allegan County

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(From the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) 25 Years Ago — Nov. 11, 1992 Wayland and Holland are regarded as the top destinations for gypsy moths in Allegan County, according to the Cooperative Extension Service Task Force. Four traps are in operation in the City...
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Three Wayland city manager candidate finalists named

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The names of the three finalists for the next Wayland city manager have been announced by interim City Manager Larry Lielsen. Nielsen said all three have agreed to be interviewed. Visits and interview dates are being finalized. When completed they will be announced. The council Monday night in closed session...
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Lady Wildcats lose in regional semifinals to Edwardsburg

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The Wayland High School varsity volleyball team's season came to an end Tuesday evening with a three-set loss to Edwardsburg in the regional semifinals at Allegan. The Lady Wildcats had captured the district championship last Thursday evening with a three-set victory over Plainwell.
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Three Wayland City Council incumbents returned to office

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Lisa Banas   The three incumbents on the Wayland City Council were returned to office for another two-year term in Tuesday’s election. Lisa Banas was the top vote-getter in the runoff with 399 votes. Mayor Pro Tem Jennifer Antel received 389 and Rick Mathis 389. Challenger Sheryl Hamilton made a...
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Wayland schools’ bond proposal passes with 51.6% of vote

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The Wayland Union school district’s $19.25 million bond proposal was passed in Tuesday’s election by a margin of 51.6 percent yes to 48.4% no. Unofficial tallies showed 1,387 voters in support and 1,250 opposed. The positive vote means the school district next year can begin on building a sixth grade...
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The Subterranean: ‘Thor: Ragnorak’ is a merry romp

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A review of Thor: Ragnorak **** out of five stars Currently in wide release by Walter G. Tarrow It’s Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! It’s Fast! It’s Furious! It’s Funny! Or is it Thor, son of Zorn? Fox tried out Son of Zorn, a live action/animated comedy, on its TV network last year. It flopped,...
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Council to interview 3 finalists for city manager’s job

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The Wayland City Council Monday night in closed session discussed a number of specific applicants for the open city manager's position and has agreed to have open public interviews with three finalists. Interim City Manager Larry Nielsen said, "At this time, we are only able to define them as Candidates...
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Ranger Rick: Bo Bergdahl got an undeserved break

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The U.S. Army sentenced Bo Bergdahl, the deserter and AWOL soldier disappearing from his post in Afghanistan, with loss of rank and dishonorable discharge. They figured his capture, torture and beatings by his captors over five years was enough punishment. However, there were others who lost their lives or were wounded...
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