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Wet snow calls off schools, but not hoops for Friday

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The Wayland, Hopkins and Martin school districts all called off school Friday because of a snow dump of heavy wet stuff overnight, causing roads to slippery and treacherous. Though there reportedly was only two to three inches of snow, it was wet and heavy enough to make traveling a challenge,...
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Sewage issues temporarily shut down Martin Schools

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Martin Public Schools today temporarily shut down at 2 p.m. because of a sewage issue. Supt. Brooke Ballee-Stone said there would be no meetings/events during the afternoon or evening in the Martin Public Schools building proper. However, all away sporting events are still happening as scheduled, but students were asked...
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House fire in Monterey Twp. quickly extinguished

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The Hopkins Area Fire Department responded to a working house fire at about 9:30 p.m. Tuesday in Monterey Township. Authorities said the fire was quickly knocked down with minimal damage and there were no inuries as a result of the incident. The Allegan Fire District, Salem Township Fire Department and...
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Clarifying on-line tickets, passes for Golden Agers

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All purchases of tickets for athletics and extra-curricular activities will be handled on line, beginning next school year, and there will be a 60-cent service charge. However, senior citizens who qualify as Golden Agers will be able to avoid buying tickets on line with passes. Patricia Velie, assistant superintendent for...
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NewLife Church’s unique Essentials Store drops annual membership fee

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The NewLife Church in Wayland “Essentials Store” program no longer requires a $20 annual membership fee for its services to the community. Jenni Vanderson, speaking on behalf of the church, said, “We no longer have an annual fee for the NewLife Essentials Store! For those of you who don't know...
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Livestock block traffic on Leighton Township road

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We've all heard of traffic jams, but this one today wasn't a result of human error. These livestock were spotted blocking 14th Street north of 135th Avenue in Leighton Township. Scenes such as this one are a lot more common in places like Yellowstone National Park.
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Covid death toll rises by 9, but threat seems declining

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Though nine Allegan County residents lost their lives this past week due to the Coronavirus pandemic, indications continue to show the disease’s impact is on the decline. Breaking news screen world map background. Vector illustration. Banner template for broadcast channels or internet tv. The Allegan County Health Department reported Friday...
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Power outage lasts about two hours in Wayland area

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Power was lost in the Wayland area community from just a little past 3 o'clock to a little after 5 p.m. Thursday. linemen from Consumers Energy and said that something happened at the substation by Baker Elementary School and at least a couple thousand residents were affected, including several downtown...
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Wayland, Martin schools announce a 2nd snow day

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Supt. Dr. Christina Hinds has announced that Wayland Union Schools will be closed Thursday, Feb. 3, due to inclement weather conditions. Martin also has called off school. The snowstorm that arrived early Wednesday morning and continued throughout the day dumped between eight and 11 inches of the white stuff relentlessly...
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Rash of thefts of catalytic converters being reported

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Local businesses, residents and authorities are reporting a rash of thefts of catalytic converters from parked vehicles. Wayland Transmission and Auto Service posted on Facebook Wednesday morning, "Last night our business was hit by people stealing catalytic converters. We are installing more surveillance cameras and will prosecute you to the...
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