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Funeral Thursday for Frank Malone of Hopkins
Francis “Frank” Carroll Malone of Hopkins died in Grand Rapids Friday, Oct. 19. He was 84. Frank was born to his late parents, Francis Raymond Malone and Frances Caroline (Pease)…
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City officials urging citizens to do early voting
City of Wayland officials are trying to encourage citizens to take advantage of early voting opportunities that will begin Saturday, Oct. 26. It was reported at Monday night’s City Council…
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Five candidates seek 3 open seats on City Council
As has been the political pattern lately, the non-partisan electoral contest for Wayland City Council is lively. Eric Whittredge Tracy Bivins No fewer than five candidates have filed for three…
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3 layer Pumpkin Coffee Cake, in time for the season
by Kathy Hamman Miller Layer 1 - Coffee Cake Ingredients: 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice 1…
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Mass of Christian burial Oct. 28 for Father Don Weber
Rev. Donald Edward Weber, age 92, died Friday, Oct. 18. Father Don was born Jan.26, 1932, and was raised in Salem Township.He attended St. Mary’s Elementary School in New Salem,…
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Hopkins student’s artwork attracts national attention
Hopkins Middle School student Lylah Janowsky's artwork has been chosen for national publication. Her entry will be featured in the hardcover book "Celebrating Art," which features the best student artwork…
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Middle school changes earn board’s praise
Rachel Simak Asst. Principal Andrew Augustin The Wayland Board of Education Monday evening got a first-hand look at changes for the middle school this fall, some as a result of…
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Support Pro-Life Elizabeth Peterson for Circuit Judge
To the editor: Elizabeth Peterson Please join us in voting on Nov. 5 for Elizabeth Peterson for 48th Circuit Court Judge for all of Allegan County. Elizabeth is the only…
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Leighton Fire Dept. struggles to keep up with demand
To the editor: As we wrap up the third quarter of 2024, the Leighton Township Fire Department again has seen a spike in emergency incidents due to rapid growth in…
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WHS marching band earns best rating at festival
The Wayland High School marching band earned a Division 1 (excellent) rating Tuesday evening. The local ensemble, under the direction of Kelly Tilley Smith, and Martin's band, led by director…