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Lack of snow pervades this area in December of 2023
Many citizens are puzzled by a horrible lack of snow in these parts. In West Michigan, there has been less than two inches of snow that has fallen as of…
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Local film student launches movie on You Tube Dec. 16
Nathan Savinsky, a Wayland High School graduate and film student at Western Michigan University, has launched another movie, "Everything Dies," which will premiere this Saturday, Dec. 16, on You Tube.…
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Hopkins FFA foursome gets silver medal in nationals
Four Hopkins FFA chapter members recently received recognition at the National FFA Convention by earning a silver medal and placing 27th in the National Farm and Agribusiness Management Contest. Emily…
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Funeral Saturday for John Rookus, teacher, builder
John Rookus, 92, died at his home in Moline on Saturday, Dec. 9. He was born in Zeeland Jan. 17, 1931, the son of Elizabeth (Betty) Rookus. He was raised…
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Cedar Springs bowlers defeat ‘Cat boys and girls
Very good Cedar Springs High School bowling teams defeated both the Wayland boys 27-3 and girls 26.5 to 3.5 outfits Monday afternoon. Boys’ coach Sherry Miklusicak said, “Sometimes a lop-sided…
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Wayland school officials focused on facility projects
The winning Christmas card design entry. Plans for a new pool and repairs for existing facilities contain ue to take up much of the focus for Wayland Union Schools officials…
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Yes It’s True: We are well entertained, not informed
“Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people.” — Eleanor Roosevelt I first learned of this terrific quote in 1965 in high school when bookkeeping teacher Freda…
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A hearty chili can get rid of those cold weather blues
Bring on the cold weather with this hearty, family favorite chili recipe. With having a smoother sauce, it works great also when you’re making chili dogs, just top with a…
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Nicki Cardosa is national assistant coach of the year
Nicki Cardosa Wayland High School teacher and coach Nicki Cardosa has been selected by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association as High School Assistant Coach of the Year. Cardosa earned the…
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Former Penasee Globe editor Nila Aamoth dies
Word has been received of the death this weekend of writer-editor Nila Aamoth, who was editor of the Wayland Globe from 1986 to 2005. She was 81. Aamoth and her…