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Worker shortage may be result of a ‘silent revolt’

August 13, 2022

I hear tell school systems are facing shortages of bus drivers. I saw a report on the CBS Evening News and closer to home, Middleville Thornapple Kellogg has been forced to cut back on bus routes in the village. The shortages seem to be just part of a silent revolt...

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Army Bob: Severe green policies hurt economy

August 11, 2022

by Robert M. Traxler In the Democratic climate and health care legislation is $25 million to study and combat enteric (intestinal) emissions produced by cows and farm animals, largely through burps and farts, nearly all going to the California State University system. Researchers at University of California Davis want the government to require seaweed...

Farmers Market in Martin is Jake’s dream come true

August 9, 2022

Jake Dykstra and his wares at Martin's first Farmers Market. by Denise Dykstra My husband was able to see one of his dreams come true this past weekend. Jake Dykstra has grown up in produce. Almost literally. Since he was a very little boy, Jake’s dad and then Jake’s dad...

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Army Bob: We are being controlled by language

August 4, 2022

by Robert M. Traxler George Orwell warned in his book "1984" that language is used to control the people. “He who controls the language controls the masses: ” Saul Alinsky, Rules for Radicals, a favorite of the socialist/progressive folks. Violate the law and if you are a politically incorrect felon, the mainstream media...

Some thoughts about working in today’s election

August 2, 2022

by Denise Dykstra Tuesday, Aug. 2, we can take ourselves to our area precincts and cast our votes in our state primary election. Some years ago, I was asked by our township clerk if I would like to be an election worker. I had never even considered it, but when...

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Yes It’s True: On line ticket sales rule stirs controversy

July 30, 2022

Wayland Union Schools’ decision to sell athletic game tickets only on line has generated a robust debate in the community, with the football season opener between the Wildcats and neighborhood rival Hopkins approaching Friday, Aug. 26. A large number of local fans have expressed confusion and displeasure with not being...

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Army Bob: How does does volunteer force stack up?

July 28, 2022

by Robert M. Traxler The United States Army will miss its recruiting mission by more than 10,000 troops this year; that is a light division of soldiers. The why is important in understanding our society; obesity, drug use, not being able to read at an eighth-grade level, not passing the...

Our house really is a very, very fine historic house

July 26, 2022

A meeting of two couple, the former and present homeowners. by Denise Dykstra When we moved into town, we moved into a very iconic home. Have you ever watched that show on HGTV called "Hometown?" The stars of the show, Ben and Erin Napier, take a prospective home buyer around...

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Yes It’s True: Air tire trick brings back memories

July 24, 2022

“Ya know, that reminds me of a story that’s so dirty I was ashamed to think of it myself.” — Groucho Marx The economic avant garde organization Adbusters has announced a campaign to annoy gas-guzzling SUV owners by urging its jokester culture jammers to let air out of the tires...

Chicken Pie Noodle Bake can make a terrific entree

July 24, 2022

by Kathy Hamman Miller (Preheat oven to 375 degrees) Ingredients: 12 ounces of egg noodles 2 tablespoons of butter 2 Carrots (peeled diced) 2 celery stalks (diced) I large sweet onion (chopped) 2 garlic cloves (minced) Salt to taste Black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons all purpose flour 2 cups...

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