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Ranger Rick: Are we really better off with technology?
Growing up, I loved to go to the library. I read everything I could get my hands on. I even received the National Geographic due to a benevolent sweet woman…
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Vikings avenge loss to Hastings, advance in districts
The Hopkins boys' varsity basketball team extended its season Tuesday night with a 54-45 triumph over Hastings and earned revenge for a loss to the Saxons earlier this year. The…
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Martin girls ride 3rd period burst to win district opener
The Martin girls' varsity basketball team defeated Tri-Unity Christian 49-41 in the opening round of the Division 4 district tournament. Hopkins did not fare as well in its district tourney…
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Warm and hearty roast beef; ‘It’s what’s for dinner!’
by Kathy Hamman Miller Roast Beef — It’s an easy to make warm and hearty dinner that the entire family will enjoy To make a tender roast take a three-pound beef…
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Youth in Govt. students join spring conference virtually
The Wayland High School delegation to Michigan Youth in Government had its spring conference this past weekend. The student-led organization encourages our members to defend and argue bill and national…
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Brenden Gossman ties for 1st in Toledo bowl tourney
Hopkins High School graduate Brenden Gossman tied for first place over the weekend in the American Heartland 3 bowling tournament at Southwyk Lanes in Toledo, Ohio. Gossman, a Division 3 all-state…
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Area departments reporting surge in grass fire incidents
Area fire department officials are reporting a surge in responding to grass fire reports. Exceedingly dry conditions are making it too easy for residents burning leaves or having camp fires…
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Yes It’s True: Politics really is just a popularity contest
When I was just a young lad, perhaps my favorite periodical was the monthly “Sport” Magazine. I enjoyed its terrific photographs and interesting stories about the sporting world, and I…
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Ramblin’ Road: On taking a week off from civilization
by Phyllis McCrossin It is Sunday, March 14, as I write this. We are at one of our favorite campgrounds – Cibbets Flats. It is located deep in the Cleveland…
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Monterey Twp. native Jerry Garlock to have no funeral
Monterey Township native Jerry Garlock passed away Friday, March 19, at his home in Otsego. He was 93. He was born April 5, 1927 in Monterey Township, the son of…