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Wayland Boy Scouts will parade with a purpose
by
Charlotte Weick
Monday December 01, 2008, 11:18 AM
Members of Wayland Boy Scout Troop 97 display the types of items that they hope to collect during the Wayland Christmas parade. From left to right are Byron Evilsizor, Max Dennis, John Ferrell, Jerrod Dennis and Dominick LaHuis.This year, local Girl Scouts will also help with the drive.
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Post a comment | View commentsDowntown Wayland goes green for Christmas
by
Charlotte Weick
Monday December 01, 2008, 11:24 AM
On Nov. 25, workers at Honeytree nursery were hard at work, forming greenery into wreaths and garlands. Honeytree owner Mike Conner uses a wreath-making machine to create wreaths.An Allegan County Christmas
by
Charlotte Weick
Monday December 01, 2008, 11:15 AM
The staff at the Penasee Globe is decorating the office for Christmas, including setting up this miniature tree. The wreath in the center was hand made by a Penasee Globe reader from plastic sleeves that the newspapers are delivered in. Small Business Administration offers loans for flood damage
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Advance Newspapers
Monday December 01, 2008, 11:13 AM
In September and October, Allegan and Barry County suffered severe storms and flooding.
The weather was the result of Atlantic Hurricane Ike, the third most destructive hurricane to hit the United States in U.S. history, which formed on Sept. 1 and dissipated on Sept. 16. Severe storms triggered by Ike caused around $760,000 worth of damage in Allegan County, including damage to businesses and residences.
Continue reading "Small Business Administration offers loans for flood damage" »Departments respond
by Advance Newspapers
Monday December 01, 2008, 11:12 AM
At around 10:13 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, the Leighton Township Fire Department responded to a fire at a rental home on 137th Avenue in Leighton Township. The unoccupied rental home, which was under renovation, was located near the home of the rental property's owner. Firefighters were on the scene until around 2 a.m. and were able to save a garage at the site. Assisting the Leighton Township Fire Department were the fire departments of Dorr, Thornapple Township and Wayland and Wayland Area Emergency Medical Services. Pastor dies in crash, semi driver rescued
by Advance Newspapers
Monday December 01, 2008, 11:10 AM
The Rev. Jeffrey Douglas Voorhees, 37, of Zeeland, died in an Allegan County crash on Nov. 21.
At around 10:23 a.m. that day, Allegan County Central Dispatch received a call about a crash at the intersection of 142nd Avenue and 38th Street in Overisel Township. A resident at 3790 142nd Avenue, who said that a vehicle had struck the house, made the call.
After near-deadly incident, a second chance for Chance
by Charlotte Weick
Monday December 01, 2008, 11:08 AM
Chance is recovering at Wishbone Pet Rescue in Saugatuck.Jason Allen Williams, of Grandville, 22, told investigators that he was attempting to euthanize the dog because it had health problems.
Continue reading "After near-deadly incident, a second chance for Chance" »Camp Kidwell celebrates 'Festival of Trees'
by Advance Newspapers
Monday December 01, 2008, 11:06 AM
4-H Camp Kidwell Director K.J. Kelly is not about to complain about Allegan County's winter weather.
"We are very excited about winter coming early, as it sets the atmosphere for the Sixth Annual Festival of Trees," Kelly said. "This is a 'can't miss' event."
Continue reading "Camp Kidwell celebrates 'Festival of Trees'" »Counting coins
by Advance Newspapers
Monday December 01, 2008, 11:02 AM
A coin drive at Dorr Elementary School to raise money for Devos Children's Hospital was held during the month of November. Second-graders Megan Wooten, Trenten Belka, Skyelar and Braeon Schwab count the coins.Commodity distribution planned in Allegan County
by Advance Newspapers
Monday December 01, 2008, 10:59 AM
The Allegan County Resource Development Committee will distribute commodities to qualified residents in Allegan County on Friday, Dec. 5.
Continue reading "Commodity distribution planned in Allegan County" »Swearing in
by Advance Newspapers
Monday December 01, 2008, 10:57 AM
Tammy VanHaitsma, former township trustee, was elected Dorr Township Supervisor. Here, VanHaitsma receives the gavel from Supervisor Don Kaczanowski, who retired as township supervisor after 29 years of service. Kaczanowski currently serves as township assessor.St. Stanislaus students participate in FIRST LEGO League event
by Dorathe Tylzynski
Monday December 01, 2008, 10:44 AM
Coach Leifers and his FIRST LEGO League team members attended a recent competition at Zeeland High School.Secretary of State urges: 'Ice and snow? Take it slow'
by Charlotte Weick
Monday December 01, 2008, 10:42 AM
Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land is urging Michigan residents to drive with care this winter.
In a recent press release, titled "Ice and snow? Take it slow," Land said, "Winter is a great time to experience Michigan's beautiful outdoors, but without enough caution, snow and ice can make even short trips dangerous," Land said. "Drivers should take a moment to make sure they're prepared and remember to watch out for icy roadways."
Continue reading "Secretary of State urges: 'Ice and snow? Take it slow'" »All together now
by Advance Newspapers
Monday December 01, 2008, 10:40 AM
At the 30th annual Thanksgiving dinner on Friday, Nov 21, third and fourth-grade teachers and students enjoyed a turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Many of the diners were dressed in costumes, representing Pilgrims and Native Americans. Gathering around the cornbread are Teacher Jane Rademacher and Taryn Kilbane, 10, Alex Ludlam, 9 and Megan Heft, 9.Pilgrim's pride
by Advance Newspapers
Monday December 01, 2008, 10:39 AM
"I'm a Pilgrim!" said Heidi Gilder, 9, as she offers up two servings of dried apples.Serving turkey
by Advance Newspapers
Monday December 01, 2008, 10:37 AM
On Saturday, Nov. 22 at the Dorr Township Hall, the Dorr Lions Association handed out 55 Thanksgiving baskets to local residents, serving 165 people in need. Jim Maynard, spokesperson for the Lions Association, said the baskets were made possible by American Legion Post 127, the Dorr Business Association, Moose Lodge 2541, Project Hope, Dick's Marker, Four Seasons Hardware, Maynards Water Conditioning Service, National Wild Turkey Federation Center - Rabbit River, Otto's Turkey Farm, Spartan Foods and Tilly's Deli & Pizzeria. Pictured here are some who helped give out the baskets.Longspurs are wild about turkeys
by Charlotte Weick
Monday November 24, 2008, 10:33 AM
On Nov. 18, members of the Rabbit River Longspurs club donated 60 turkeys to Wayland's Christian Neighbors Food Pantry. The Wayland-based club is the local chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. Club members are from the Wayland area, Dorr, Gun Lake and Middleville.
Continue reading "Longspurs are wild about turkeys" »Horse Haven Ranch Ministries: a ranch with a mission
by Charlotte Weick
Monday November 24, 2008, 10:29 AM
Dressed in traditional English riding clothing is Horse Haven Ranch Ministries Board President Janine Holmes. 250 people attended a Horse Haven Harvest Party Oct. 4, when Holmes gave an English riding demonstration. For three years, the family has operated the Christian non-denominational Horse Haven Ranch Ministries. The ministry's home base is a Hopkins ranch at 1993 135th Ave. The family also has a Web site at www.horsehavenranchministries.com.
Continue reading "Horse Haven Ranch Ministries: a ranch with a mission" »Wayland seeks city manager replacement
by Advance Newspapers
Monday November 24, 2008, 10:26 AM
With Deb Nier leaving Wayland to accept another position, the search is on for a new City Manager.
Nier was hired in November 2003 to replace former City Manager Mike Jager. Nier's last day at City Hall will be Dec. 23, before she leaves to serve as City Administrator of Marengo, Ill.
Continue reading "Wayland seeks city manager replacement" »60 turkeys from the Longspurs
by Advance Newspapers
Monday November 24, 2008, 10:21 AM
On Nov. 18, members of the Rabbit River Longspurs club donated 60 turkeys to Wayland's Christian Neighbors Food Pantry. The Longspurs, a Wayland area chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation and Coldwater Concrete of Freeport, purchased the turkeys at market cost from Dick's Market, in Dorr. In front, from left, are Denny Tiggleman, Brandon Genther, Doug Pastoor and Matt Ellis. In back is Brian Medendorp. Henika features big screen movies
by Advance Newspapers
Monday November 24, 2008, 10:16 AM
Henika Library Director Lynn Mandeville is delighted with the library's new big screen television and DVD player. Hopkins woman has 'Happy Bra Day'
by Charlotte Weick
Monday November 24, 2008, 10:13 AM
Seventy-five bras were attached to Joyce Commons' house, mailbox and tree.Commons, whose birthday was Nov. 6, was shocked when she saw the outside of her house. There were bras on the house, on a clothesline, the mailbox and in a tree.
Continue reading "Hopkins woman has 'Happy Bra Day'" »State safety officials advise: buckle up and drive sober
by Advance Newspapers
Monday November 24, 2008, 10:08 AM
Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning officials are urging motorists to "Buckle up and drive sober" during the Thanksgiving holiday.
Continue reading "State safety officials advise: buckle up and drive sober" »Christmas at the Griswold
by Advance Newspapers
Monday November 24, 2008, 10:05 AM
Every year, the historic Griswold Theater in downtown Allegan features holiday entertainment.
Not only can audiences enjoy local talent and Christmas cheer, but they can soak up some history as well.
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