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Fierce rain, storms erase memory of local drought
A week ago, many in drought stricken West Michigan were saying they were praying for rain, but as the old saying goes, be careful what you wish for, you just might…
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Martin, Hopkins schools seek 5-year tax renewals
Two school ballot proposals, for Hopkins and Martin, will be included in special elections on Tuesday, Aug. 3. Both non-homestead proposals are for five-year renewals of taxes for commercial and…
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Martin teen apprehended in burglaries from vehicles
A group of Martin citizens Friday morning apprehended a teen suspected of stealing items from cars parked outside the Dollar General store downtown. The teen, believed to live inside the…
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Car fire, crash summons local firefighters to scene
The Wayland and Yankee Springs Fire Departments Thursday morning were summoned to the scene of a personal injury traffic crash that included a car fire. The incident occurred on M-179…
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Hopkins Area Firefighters extinguish huge ditch fire
The Hopkins Area Fire Department (HAFD) Thursday afternoon responded to a ditch fire on 20th Street in Watson Township. Tanker 441 was driving through the area when personnel came across…
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Road closures planned for the area starting next week
The Allegan County Road Commission is announcing a couple of road closures next week in this area to permit construction and repairs. In Hopkins Township and Village, Phase 1 of…
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Area fire departments warn of dry conditions, danger
Area fire departments are warning citizens that recent lack of rain and dry weather conditions have boosted the fire danger levels. Officials say there should be no burning of leaves…
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Traffic crash in Monterey Twp. Wednesday kills one
Troopers from the Wayland post of the Michigan State Police are investigating a fatal car crash Wednesday evening in Monterey Township. Police said the traffic crash, which killed one person, occurred…
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Martin bond extension plan won’t be on ballot in Nov.
A proposal to place on the November ballot the extension of the Martin School District’s $11 million bond project failed Monday night in a 3-3 vote. Board members were considering…
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Police chase leads to traffic crash in Watson Township
A traffic chase Monday afternoon ultimately led to a three-vehicle crash in Watson Township. Deputies from the Allegan County Sheriff’s Department said they attempted to stop a motorist for a…