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Please stop turning a health crisis into a political issue
ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. "The purpose of gummint is to create a healthy bidness climate." — The late…
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Cautionary tips on coping with the bitter winter cold
To the editor: Being stationed in the great state of Alaska for three winters gives one a great respect for and some knowledge of dangerously cold weather. So allow me…
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It’s become too easy to ‘get in the game’ of gambling
ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. A recent post by Mike Salisbury on Facebook got me to thinking about one…
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Are white supremacist terrorists living among us?
To the editor: According to Speaker of the House Nancy Patricia Pelosi, and the sage of the House of Representatives, Alexandra Ocasio Cortez, there is a direct threat to the…
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Guest column: Homeless people living(?) among us
EDITOR’S NOTE: Tonda Genther is owner and operator of Pet Klips, 702 West Superior St. in Wayland. To the editor: We know of a young man living out of his…
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Censure of Upton really doesn’t mean anything
ACHTUNG: This is not a "fair and balanced" article. It is an editorial by the editor. “It is a tale. Told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying…
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All municipalities should offer virtual on-line option
ACHTUNG: This is not a "fair and balanced article." It is an editorial by the editor “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” — An old proverb I urge all…
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Guest column: Let’s hold the enablers responsible
by Mark Ludwig I've run twice for office in GOP-dominated Allegan County. It was mostly cordial, a pleasant experience. No more. I've watched my State Rep. (Mary Whiteford) and worse…
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Two have the inside track on filling council vacancy
ACHTUNG: This is not a "fair and balanced" article. It is an editorial by the editor. Wayland City Manager Josh Eggleston's insistence on an open and transparent process for filling…
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I’ve never before supported recalling an official, but…
ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. “You know, I never forget a face, but in your case I’ll make an…