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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 — Aug. 16, 1995 Editor Nila Aamoth wrote a couple of Soapbox pieces…
Posted inCommunity Notices
It’s official! Wayland non-Homestead millage passes
The Allegan County Board of Canvassers has certified that the non-Homestead millage request for Wayland Union Schools was approved in the Aug. 4 primary election. The official final count was…
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Car-truck crash closes down Dorr exit on U.S.-131
A four-vehicle crash on U.S.-131 north of the Dorr exit blocked some traffic and slowed other vehicles to a crawl Tuesday afternoon. Authorities said the 142nd Avenue was closed temporarily…
Posted inEditorial
I disagree with ‘back to school,’ but hope for the best
ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. While virtually attending the school board meetings Monday night for Hopkins and Wayland, I…
Posted inSports
COVID-19 causes cross invite meet cancellations
The COVID-19 health crisis has caused the cancellation of the annual Kelloggsville Rocket Invitational on Monday, Aug. 24, affecting Wayland's cross-country teams. Wildcat boys' cross-country coach Ray Antel has announced…
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Celebration of life is Aug. 22 for Randy Konecny, 43
Randy Lee Konecny, age 43, of Shelbyville, died unexpectedly Sunday, Aug. 9. Randy loved all things outdoors — everything from camping, hunting, bowling, fishing and golfing. Most importantly he loved…
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Ranger Rick: You just can’t live in New York any more
I've often wondered what people see in big cities, particularly New York. I've been there twice on business and I figured two times too many. I was there during Mayor…
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Guest column: Don’t be intimidated, vote by mail
by 'Couchman' A when Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced her office was going to mail absentee ballot requests, it caused quite a stir from commenters to this online…
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It’s back to school for Martin, Hopkins and Wayland
It’s back to school Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, Aug. 24, 25 and 27, for Wayland, Martin and Hopkins, respectively. All three districts now have submitted their school reopening plans to…
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Ramblin’ Road: Reflections on aging dog, satellite TV
by Phyllis McCrossin It’s Sunday morning and the campground is a beehive of activity. People are sitting around their campfires for one last cup of coffee, joggers are getting one…