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Service Tuesday for Ruth Nederhood of Moline
Ruth Nederhood, 81, of Moline, died Wednesday, July 10. Ruth is survived by her husband of 63 years, Don; children, Doug and Deb Nederhood, Judy and Steve Schreur, Laura and…
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WHS grad Sarah Brewer joins record mile crew
Wayland High School graduate Sarah Brewer (third from left) is at it again, proving that running careers go well beyond the collegiate level. Brewer, who not long ago earned her…
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Tasty bean salad a welcome addition to summer meals
This easy and colorful bean salad adds just the perfect touch to summer picnics and potlucks. Drain and rinse the cans of beans in a colander. Chop the veggies, and…
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Martin plans its 1st parent football clinic July 30
Martin Public Schools is planning its inaugural Parent Clinic for 7 to 8:45 p.m. Thursday, July 30. This is a chance for parents and fans to ask football-related questions and…
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Severe Weather Season – Being Prepared
Allegan County Emergency Management (ACEM) urges residents to stay informed and prepared by: Monitoring local news and weather updates. Having multiple communication channels, such as NOAA Weather Radio and mobile…
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Funeral for Bill Guidebeck is at Alpine Baptist
William "Bill" Dean Guidebeck, age 93, of Comstock Park, died at home Tuesday, July 9. He was born July 8, 1930, at home in Otsego. Bill married Carley Ione Bush…
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Service for Wayne Weber of Burnips will be July 16
Joseph Wayne Weber, age 93 of Burnips, died Wednesday, July 10.Wayne graduated from Hudsonville High School. He served his country in the United States Marines Corps. Wayne was a Boy…
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Mass of Christian burial set for Hopkins native
Roger Dale Simmons, age 85, of Wyoming, died Friday, July 12. Roger was born in Hopkins and raised in Diamond Springs. He was a devoted employee of Country Fresh Dairy…
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I try to avoid free ads for the rich and famous
ACHTUNG: This is not a "fair and balanced" article. It is an editorial by the editor. Jill Biden Jennifer Franholm I have a history of being reluctant to make a…
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Former Allegan veterinarian Dr. Craig Blom dies
Craig D. Blom, DVM, 65 of Levering, died at his home Friday, July 5. Craig was born in Royal Oak, Michigan on July 11, 1958, to Hubert and Roberta (Child)…