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West Shore Bank earns 5-star rating from BauerFinancial

October 9, 2026

LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has earned BauerFinancial Inc.’s highest rating of 5-Star Superior, recognizing the bank’s financial strength and stability. BauerFinancial, based in Coral Gables, Fla., has analyzed and rated the nation’s banks since 1983. Its ratings evaluate financial indicators including capital, asset quality and liquidity. West Shore Bank earned the firm’s highest rating for the most recent quarter,…

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Obituary: Mario Pineda, 57, of Rothbury

October 9, 2026

Mario Pineda, 57, of Rothbury, passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2026. He was born August 22, 1969, in Shelby, the son of David and Darlene (Pego) Pineda. On Oct. 11, 2012, Mario married Franki (Wicks) Long, and together they spent 26 loving years together. Mario loved his family and always lit up whenever kids were around. Mario graduated from Montague…

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Obituary: Walene Pieske, 88, of Hart

October 9, 2026

Walene Pieske, 88, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 leaving a legacy of family and community connection. Born on August 9, 1938, in Chicago, to Walter and Francis, she was raised in the city and graduated from Lane Technical High School. During her school years, she co-founded a social club with her peers known as the Vixens, maintaining those…

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Obituary: Roger Jorissen, 76, of Pentwater

October 8, 2026

Roger Jorissen, 76, of Pentwater, passed away at home on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. He was born July 22, 1950, in Hart to John and Nellie (Arnouts) Jorissen. Roger served in the United States Army in Berlin, Germany. After returning home from military service, he met Jean Raymond of Walkerville. They were married on October 21, 1972, and raised three…

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Smith & Eddy Insurance helps seniors navigate Medicare options

October 8, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — Smith & Eddy Insurance is among several insurance agencies across the country helping people ages 65 and older navigate Medicare. Medicare season begins Oct. 15 and continues through Dec. 31. As with every Medicare season, changes are taking place, and Smith & Eddy encourages everyone to review and discuss their Medicare coverage. “There’s a lot of noise out…

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