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Paramedic pioneer Judy Keizer dies at area hospital
Judy Keizer, one of the pioneers as a paramedic for Wayland Area Emergency Services, and a clerk in the offices at Wayland City Hall, died Monday at an area hospital.…
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County elected officials file suit to stop move of offices
Allegan County Clerk Bob Genetski, Treasurer Sally Brooks and Drain Commissioner Denise Medemar have filed a lawsuit against the Allegan County Board of Commissioners to try to stop a plan…
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In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, try traditional Colcannon
Colcannon is a very tasty, traditional Irish dish made of potatoes, cabbage, and kale that’s usually associated with St. Patrick’s Day. However, you might be surprised to know that it’s…
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Visitation in Wayland set Thursday for Lois Grover, 81
Lois Ann Grover, age 81, died Sunday, March 12. She enjoyed camping and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Hulda Brock.…
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James Mosely’s celebration of life is Saturday in Dorr
James Scott Mosely, age 65, of Dorr, died Wednesday, March 8. He was born in Hastings to Jack and Patsy (Derby) Moseley and lived there the majority of his life.…
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Traffic crashes shut down U.S.-131 north of Dorr exit
Two separate traffic crashes on the U.S.-131 expressway just north of the Dorr exit (No. 68) Monday morning shut down the southbound lane of the freeway for about two hours.…
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Curly Cone to expand Gun Lake site to welcome bar
The Curly Cone Restaurant at Gun Lake plans to expand at its location to include the addition of the Thirsty Buddy bar, which will operate as a separate entity in…
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Leighton Twp. renewed air strip proposal still on hold
Galloway Landings owner Clark Galloway's request to amend deed restrictions for his private airs trip and associated property was tabled last Wednesday night by the Leighton Township Planning Commission, at…
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‘Pride N Joy dog grooming service to open in Dorr
Nicole Pitsch will open and operate her Pride N Joy dog grooming business in Dorr starting Monday, April 3. Pitsch, who also will be head groomer, said, "Ever since I…
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Local man sings tribute to his hometown of Hopkins
Shawn Moulenbelt, son of Mimi Gabriel and Bruce Moulenbelt, has produced a song, "My Town," which pays tribute to Hopkins, where he was raised for so many years. "I’ve seen…