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One Small Voice: A former librarian talks censorship
by Lynn Mandaville Even though I am six years gone from Wayland and eight years gone from “my” Henika Library, I keep as close tabs as I can on both…
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Martin’s food wagon won’t be available this Saturday
The Martin Area Resource Center food wagon will not be available to the public this coming Saturday, Dec. 3. A spokesperson said food service staff and volunteers have commitments to…
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Hopkins’ debut at Hamilton results in 43-40 defeat
The Hopkins High School girls' basketball squad has had a lot of trouble with non-league opponent Hamilton in recent years. The Lady Vikings again came up short in a 43-40…
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Ex-Carriage Stop manager Shirley Buskirk dies at 86
Shirley Buskirk of Martin died Tuesday, Nov. 29. She was born April 4, 1936, in Plainwell, the daughter of Russell and Florence (Knight) Curry. Shirley stayed at home and raised…
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Funeral Saturday for Alice Donaldson, 85, of Dorr
Alice Donaldson, age 85, died Sunday, Nov. 27. She is survived by her children Brad Donaldson, Jana (Wade) Heckel, and Kurt Donaldson; grandchildren Paige, Connor, and Ian Hickel; sister, Lenore…
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Service Saturday for former Wayland man Eric Rader
Eric Scott Rader, age 56, formerly of Wayland, died Sunday, Nov. 27, beside a crackling fire at his Delton home, with family near. He endured a short, but mighty fight…
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Young ‘Cats overcome ragged play to win debut
Liberty Laker Wayland has a very talented girls’ basketball team, and it’s very young. And it shows. The 2022-23 Wildcat outfit opened its season Tuesday evening with a 64-47 triumph…
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Missing Leighton man’s body found near lakeshore
Avel Martinez The body of a Leighton Township man who had been reported missing Nov. 21 was found near the lakeshore in Park Township, Ottawa County. The Allegan County Sheriff’s…
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Funeral mass will be Monday for Dennis Belka
Dennis John Belka, age 81, died Saturday, Nov. 26. Dennis was a lifelong member of the Knights of Columbus. He was also devoted to his faith and served at his…
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Martin man sentenced for Internet sex solicitation
Alexander Bogdan A Martin man was sentenced to four days in jail and five years probation and must also pay fines and costs in connection with charges he solicited sex…