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Bygone Days: A look at the history of NE Allegan County
(From the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) 25 Years Ago — Nov. 4, 1992 The Wayland Township Board granted an excavation permit to enable…
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The Subterranean: Prof. Marsten, Wonder Woman and sex
A review of Professor Marston and the Wonder Women *** out of five stars (Currently in limited release) by Walter G. Tarrow Following the success of the movie Wonder Woman…
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Burglary, vehicle theft suspect nabbed in Watson Twp. chase
Authorities apprehended a 26-year-old Jackson County man Tuesday afternoon after a high-speed chase through Barry and Allegan counties. The suspect, wanted for multiple felony crimes, was captured after he crashed the pickup…
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Seven WHS singers advance to Regional Honors Choir
Seven Wayland Union High School students have advanced to the High School Regional Honors Choir. They will participate in the Regional Honors Choir Concert and auditioning for the state level…
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Ranger Rick: NFL players’ protests cause worry, and they should
The NFL is in dire straits, their estimated $14 billion business earnings last year are being jeopardized by those kneeling during the national anthem to protest. Let us forget what…
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Yes It Is, It’s True: Kathy Worfel was a genuine sports pioneer
Wayland has a long and distinguished history of great female athletic achievements, but it's possible many aren't aware of the true pioneer in the field — Kathy Worfel. A classic…
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‘Seussified Christmas Carol’ to be presented Nov. 17-19
Wayland High School’s theater students will present the play A Seussified Christmas Carol by Peter Bloedel Friday through Sunday, Nov. 17-19, at the Wayland High School Fine Arts Center. The play…
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Martin boys 5th, girls 8th in Division 4 C-C regionals
Martin polished off a successful first year in cross country by taking fifth place in the Division 4 boys’ regional meet at Allendale Saturday. The Clippers recorded 96 team…
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WHS grad Tristen Ortiz to play in MIAA soccer semifinals
Tristen Ortiz, a 2017 graduate of Wayland High School, will be in action at 7 p.m. Wednesday evening at Calvin College in the semifinals of the MIAA soccer tournament. Ortiz…
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Local Trio continues to impress as Triple Barrel Band
by Austin Marsman Brothers Cameron and Jacob Conley, along with Clayton Brenner, started playing music together a few years ago after a rained-out bonfire forced them inside. A casual jam…