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Army Bob: We must honor those who paid huge price
by Robert M. Traxler Memorial Day was Monday. It is supposed to be a day to remember those who died in the service to our nation, a day we have…
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Three local Outstanding People for Education recognized
The three selections from Wayland Union Schools for Outstanding People for Education this year received their awards at the Allegan County School Board Association Banquet in Otsego on Tuesday, May…
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Memorial service June 26 for retired Steeby teacher
A memorial service is planned for 2 p.m. Sunday, June 26, at United Church of Wayland for retired Wayland elementary teacher Starlite Pardee, who died at age 98. Starlite Few…
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Lady Wildcats to take 34-1 record to districts Saturday
The Wayland varsity softball team concluded its regular season Wednesday afternoon with a 6-1 victory over non-conference opponent Allendale to lift its overall season record to 34-1. Harmony Laker, Kami…
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Kenneth Bieber’s mother dies of Covid-related illness
Shirley Mae Shirley Mae Bieber, age 89, of Byron Center died Sunday May 29, at the Oaks of Byron Center Nursing Facility where she resided for the past 17 months…
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Traffic crash snarls traffic near Gun Lake Casino exit
A traffic crash near the U.S.-131 Gun Lake Casino exit No. 61 Wednesday morning caused delays for motorists. Authorities said vehicles and trailers were involved in the incident, but injuries…
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Vikings sweep NorthPointe, take O-K Silver 2nd place
The Hopkins varsity softball team concluded the league season Wednesday by sweeping a doubleheader against NorthPointe Christian, 15-0 and 17-7. The Vikings, who finished in second place in the final…
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Martin teachers helped guide son’s early journey
by Denise Dykstra Last week our third son of four graduated from high school. He was so excited that there was little sadness over it all Every graduation has been…
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Bygone Days: A look at the past in NE Allegan County
(Taken from the archives at the Then & Now Historical Library in downtown Dorr) 25 Years Ago — June 2, 1997 Allegan County Sheriff Dave Haverdink inadvertently injured his brother,…
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Forest Hills Eastern forfeits makeup twin bill to ‘Cats
The Wayland varsity softball team has completed its season in the O-K Gold Conference with a perfect 14-0 record and thus annexed yet another league championship. Second-place Forest Hills Eastern…