Richard Joe Fairchild, 83, passed away Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, peacefully in his “home away from home,” in the care of his family. Although he passed in Muskegon, Hesperia was his home. Richard was born on April 22, 1943, in Hesperia, where he was raised by his loving parents, Charles and Mabel (Kirwin) Fairchild. He and his siblings grew up…
The following births have been reported: Kendall Elisabeth Hasty, the daughter of Shelby and Ryan Hasty of Shelby, was born on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026. Finnian Percival Hansen, the son of Savannah and Jon Hansen of Manistee, was born on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births List of 2025 births …
Oceana County is accepting proposals from organizations and groups for projects addressing opioid prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery. Funding may be used for the development, implementation, enhancement or expansion of eligible programs serving Oceana County. Awards of up to $100,000 per proposal are available for a three-year funding period running Jan. 1, 2027, through Dec. 31, 2029. Proposals must…
Indian Summer Co-Op is seeking dependable employees for lift operator and label crew positions in Ludington and Hart. LIFT OPERATOR — LUDINGTON Positions are available on first and second shifts at the Chauvez Road location. Applicants must: Be able to read English; bilingual applicants are a plus. Be dependable and able to work independently. Have at least one year of…
SUMMIT TOWNSHIP, Mason County — District Health Department No. 10 and state environmental officials have confirmed a harmful algae bloom at Bass Lake in Mason County. The bloom was confirmed Monday, Aug. 17, by DHD No. 10 in cooperation with the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. Health officials said they will continue monitoring the harmful algae bloom,…
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