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Watson Twp. considers a part-time office manager

The Watson Township Board had preliminary discussions Thursday night about the possibility of hiring a part-time office manager. Such a person, according to Attorney Tom Siver, would answer the phone…

Editor December 2, 2021

Columns

Wayland, schools all over state, dealing with threats

Dr. Christina Hinds I wrote to parents about the horrendous incident at Oxford High School Monday and today I would like to share additional information and resources with you. Schools…

Editor December 2, 2021

Features

Steeby children learning about care of 2 parakeets

Ms. Danielle Hoskins and student teacher Miss Moore have welcomed two new class pets at Steeby Elementary, Link and Zelda, who are are eight-week-old parakeets donated by the Haveman Family.…

Editor December 2, 2021

Community Notices

Wayland 7th-12th grade orchestra plans concert

The 7th-12th grade Wayland Orchestra will present a holiday concert at 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, at the Wayland High School Fine Arts Center. The program will be open free…

Editor December 2, 2021

Columns

Army Bob: Media wrong to trash Kyle Rittenhouse

by Robert M. Traxler Facts are pesky things because they get in the way of feelings. “For people who identify strongly with one side of the political spectrum or the…

Editor December 2, 2021

Community Notices

Hopkins Receives 100% rating for school bus safety

The Hopkins school bus fleet received a 100% rating after an inspection conducted this fall by Michigan State Police. School bus fleets are subject to annual inspections by the Michigan…

Editor December 2, 2021

Obituaries

Celebration of life next summer for Bob Kaat

Robert John Kaat, age 93, died Monday, Nov. 29. Bob worked for more than 40 years at Michigan Colprovia. He is fondly remembered for his sense of humor and that…

Editor December 2, 2021

Obituaries

Martin graduate Maurice Simpson dies at age 87

Watson Township native Maurice Simpson died Tuesday, Nov. 30, in Wyoming. He was born June 20, 1934, in Watson Township, the son of Clarence and Florence (Blair) Simpson. Maurice was…

Editor December 1, 2021

Columns

One Small Voice: Give a try to downshifting Christmas

By Lynn Mandaville Army Bob (Mr. Robert Traxler) recently posted an opinion piece about the supply chain problems currently plaguing the United States. It was a thoughtful column, and I…

Editor December 1, 2021

Community Notices

Lindsay Kronemeyer of Dorr is State Rep. candidate

Linsay Kronemeyer Lindsay Kronemeyer of Dorr has launched her campaign to become a Member of the Michigan House of Representatives in what currently is known as the 72nd District. She…

Editor December 1, 2021