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So have we fearful folks somehow ruined Halloween?
I just can’t get over the unpleasant notion that we collectively as a society have ruined Halloween over the past 60 years. Like so many Baby Boomers my age, I…
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State Rep. races better described as ‘no contests’
Rachelle Smit The political contests in for state representative in northeast and middle of Allegan County are interesting, but, as usual, the challengers face daunting tasks. It’s been a long…
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Hopkins’ Jack Estelle qualifies for state meet
Jack Estelle Hopkins ace harrier Jack Estelle Saturday afternoon qualified for the state Division 2 cross-country meet Nov. 2 in Brooklyn by placing 12th individually in the regionals at Allendale.…
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Martin girls, 3 individuals qualify for C-C state meet
Dylan Pallett Wayland senior Dylan Pallett, Martin sophomore Veyda Conley and senior Alex Morin Saturday qualified for the state cross-country meet Nov. 2 at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. Pallett,…
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2 Birds Counseling Services opens in downtown Wayland
Josette Rose Billie Walters A ribbon cutting was held Friday afternoon at the newest business in Wayland, 2 Birds Counseling Services, located at 305 Pearl St. just across the street…
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‘Cats, Vikings lose regular season finales; Martin wins squeaker
Wayland, Hopkins and Martin all were confronted by formidable foes Friday night in regular season finales. Martin squeaked by NorthPointe Christian 22-20, but Wayland lost a 47-38 shootout to non…
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3 WMS singers to join Regional Honors Choir
Three Wayland Middle School singers, Lillian Harrison, Madison Campos and Ariel White, have been selected to the 2024 Middle School Vocal Music Association Regional Honors Choir. This required many extra…
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Driver ejected from truck, killed in crash on 135th
A traffic crash west of Wayland on 135th Avenue Friday evening killed the driver of a truck, authorities have said. The truck left the road and fell into a ditch…
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Dorr Twp. officials racing to use it or lose ARPA fund
The parking lot at the new township hall, formerly Crosswinds Church. The Dorr Township Board is trying to avoid consequences of a potential “use it or lose it” federal revenue…
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Gun Lake Casino drive to aid needy tribe in Ontario
The Gun Lake Casino and Gun Lake Tribe have announced details of the annual “Stuff the Trailer” donation drive. Each year, an underprivileged tribal community is selected to receive donations,…