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Student removed from Walkerville school following threats

November 6, 2026

WALKERVILLE — A student at Walkerville Public Schools was removed from school Friday, Nov. 6, after reportedly making threats against the school community. According to a letter sent to parents by Interim Superintendent Scott Karaptian, Principal John Oleson was made aware of the threats Friday morning and immediately contacted law enforcement. Law enforcement officers responded to the school to investigate…

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Obituary: Carol Marlene Dodds, 86, of Hart

November 6, 2026

Carol Marlene Dodds, 86, of Hart, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2026 after a short battle with cancer. She was born March 7, 1940, in Hart, the firstborn of four children to Clayton and Anna LaVerle (Graff) Nixon. Carol married her high school sweetheart, Robert Dodds on July 30, 1960. For 66 years they enjoyed raising their five children, and…

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Obituary: Shawn Michael Lodes, 63, of Hesperia

November 5, 2026

Shawn Michael Lodes, 63, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 31, 2026. He was born on June 7, 1963, to his parents Edgar and Joyce (Romans) Lodes, in Muskegon. Shawn loved his wife Jean Lodes and his entire family very much. He was a faithful Christian and loved serving the Lord. He spent many years working outdoors landscaping, doing lawn…

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Obituary: Linda Marie Snyder, 65, of Mears

November 5, 2026

Linda Marie Snyder, 65, of Mears, formerly of Grand Rapids, died Friday, October 30, 2026, at home.  She was born July 31, 1961, in Hart, the daughter of Nicholas and Karol (Kaufman) Greiner. Linda worked at Hayworth in Holland for many years.  In her spare time, Linda loved traveling, especially with her mom. Cremation has taken place and no services…

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Obituary: Charlotte Marie Petersen, 86, of Pentwater

November 5, 2026

Charlotte Marie Petersen, 86, lifelong resident of Pentwater, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 23, 1939, in Ludington, the daughter of Lloyd “Jack” and Ethel (Moore) Horton. Marie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who loved taking care of her family, from cooking and baking, to tending to…

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