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Lasagna Spaghetti Squash can make a hearty meal
by Kathy Hamman Miller Rinse the outsides of 2 medium or one large spaghetti squash cutting in 1/2 and scooping out the seeds. Lightly oil the raw cut edges of the…
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Army Bob: We are colluding with China against Earth
by Robert M. Traxler OK — China, the world’s number one source of greenhouse gases and growing every day, will not abide by the environmental treaties with the world. This…
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Confessions of an accused snobby coffee aficionado
by Denise Dykstra Son Eli and I enjoying a cup together. It was recently brought to my attention that you, dear reader, may not know my love of coffee. Once…
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Now for something completely different: Oatmeal pancakes
by Kathy Hamman Miller Oatmeal pancakesIngredients:2 cups oatmeal 1 teaspoon baking soda 4 eggs1/2 cup vanilla yogurt1/4 cup honey1 teaspoon pure vanilla Blueberry’s - around 3 cups Grind the oats to a course…
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Worker shortage may be result of a ‘silent revolt’
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…
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Army Bob: Severe green policies hurt economy
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…
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Farmers Market in Martin is Jake’s dream come true
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…
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Army Bob: We are being controlled by language
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,…
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Some thoughts about working in today’s election
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…
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Yes It’s True: On line ticket sales rule stirs controversy
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…