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Memorial open house is Friday for Fred Tubergen
Frederick Allen "Fred" Tubergen, age 80, Leighton Township, died Sunday, April 14. Fred was a hard worker and kept busy. He was a social butterfly and was a huge NASCAR…
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Julia Rayman dies at local assisted living facility
Julia Irene Rayman died in her sleep at The Laurels of Sandy Creek in Wayland Friday April 12, just a few days before her 72nd birthday. She was born on…
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Service April 29 for Martin sports booster Dick Herp
Dick Harrison Herp, age 77 of Martin, died Saturday, April 13. Dick enjoyed many things, including Broncos and Lions football, spending time with his family and friends, and puttering around…
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Lady Wildcats turn back Cedar Springs’ upset efforts
Carli Miklusicak's two-run double in the ninth inning was the difference in the 2-0 opening game duel. Sophomore Madi Ludema tossed a five-hit shutout over nine innings and Carli Miklusicak…
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Hopkins softball team wins a couple of mercy games
Hopkins varsity softball coach Amy Funk has found a solid freshman pitcher now for three years in a row. Gracie Stallard and coach Amy Funk It was Dahlia Veldhouse a…
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Former Mayor Tim Bala’s photo joins the wall of fame
Five mayors were in the house at City Hall Council Chambers Monday night to witness the application of Tim Bala's photo on the wall of fame in the meeting room.…
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Funeral will be Friday for Martin native Harold Rantz
Harold G. Rantz died Saturday April 13, at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. He was 93. He was born on April 4, 1931, in Martin Township, the son of Donald and LaVerne…
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Man drowns in Leighton Township pond Sunday
Authorities have reported the drowning of a local man Sunday evening in a pond on 143rd Avenue in Leighton Township. A neighbor called emergency personnel, saying the man was floating…
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German native Reinhard Petermeier dies at age 61
Reinhard Franz-Georg Petermeier, age 61 of Moline, died Thursday, April 11. He came to the U.S. from Germany in 1984 and worked as a journeyman tool and die maker for…
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Here are homemakers’ recipes for dessert toppings
Dessert ToppingsThese dessert toppings and sauce recipes are the perfect addition to any dessert! Enjoy!