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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…
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Army Bob: How does does volunteer force stack up?
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…
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Our house really is a very, very fine historic house
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…
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Yes It’s True: Air tire trick brings back memories
“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…
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Chicken Pie Noodle Bake can make a terrific entree
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…