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Hopkins Board member Jeff Gilder marks 20 years

Jeff Gilder, with current Board President Karen Ryan The Hopkins Board of Education Monday night honored Jeff Gilder for his 20 years of service on the local school board. Gilder,…

Editor March 21, 2023

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United Bank’s Robin Beckwith wins 2 awards

Robin Beckwith Robin Coffman Beckwith, manager of the Wayland branch of United Bank of Michigan, has been selected as employee of the year for United Bank. She also recently was named…

Editor March 18, 2023

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It’s a rather snowy, blustery day in West Michigan

Once again, Michigan seems to be still trying to make up its mind whether it is spring or still winter. It was just two days before the official calendar designation…

Editor March 18, 2023

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Steeby, Baker kids exceed goals for Heart Challenge

Baker and Steeby Elementary students finished up their "Kids Heart Challenge" this month. Steeby had a goal of $7,000 and ended up raising $9,777. Baker had a goal of $11,000…

Editor March 16, 2023

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Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County

(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) 25 Years Ago— March 16, 1998 Wayland Union Schools will continue to officer drivers’ education, but…

Editor March 15, 2023

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MASB honors 2 Wayland School Board members

Becky Hohnke Dan Cassini Two Wayland Board of Education members earned awards from the Michigan Association of School Boards last year for their efforts to improve their leadership skills, demonstrating…

Editor March 15, 2023

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Hopkins School Board VP earns 2 MASB awards

Jessica Johnson Hopkins Public Schools Board of Education Vice President Jessica Johnnston has earned awards from the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) for her efforts to improve her leadership…

Editor March 14, 2023

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‘Pride N Joy dog grooming service to open in Dorr

Nicole Pitsch will open and operate her Pride N Joy dog grooming business in Dorr starting Monday, April 3. Pitsch, who also will be head groomer, said, "Ever since I…

Editor March 10, 2023

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Local man sings tribute to his hometown of Hopkins

Shawn Moulenbelt, son of Mimi Gabriel and Bruce Moulenbelt, has produced a song, "My Town," which pays tribute to Hopkins, where he was raised for so many years. "I’ve seen…

Editor March 10, 2023

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Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County

(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) The cover photo is of this same scene after being rebuilt after the fire of 1902.…

Editor March 8, 2023