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Obituary: Gerald Leutzinger, 82, of Shelby. 

November 5, 2021

Obituary: Gerald Leutzinger, 82, of Shelby.  Gerald “Jerry” Edward Leutzinger, 82, of Shelby, passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at home surrounded by family. He was born January 9, 1939, in New Era, the son of Edward and Lena (Grinwis) Leutzinger. Jerry was an avid lifelong farmer, hunter, and enjoyed celebrating life with his family and friends.  Jerry is survived…

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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Nov. 2, 2021

November 2, 2021

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Nov. 2, 2021 Douglas Lyle Raeth, 72, of Shelby, died on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. Barbara VandenHeuvel, 83, of Ludington, formerly of Hart, died on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Lind R. Thompson, 64, of Shelby, died on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Roberta J. Wadel, 72, died on Saturday, October 30, 2021. Louis (Louie) L. Heykoop,…

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Great Start Readiness Program offers free preschool to qualified children. 

November 1, 2021

Great Start Readiness Program offers free preschool to qualified children.  West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  By Kim Beardslee, correspondent.  AMBER TOWNSHIP (Mason County) — The West Shore Educational Service District partners with 10 locations throughout Mason, Lake, and Oceana counties to provide…

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West Shore Bank launches annual Spirit of Giving Christmas meal campaign. 

November 1, 2021

West Shore Bank launches annual Spirit of Giving Christmas meal campaign.  LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has launched its 13th annual Spirit of Giving Christmas meal fundraiser. Though the campaign, the band partners with area grocery stores and food pantries to provide Christmas meals for families in Mason, Oceana, Manistee and Benzie counties. “Partnering with local organizations to distribute meals…

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Recent births, posted Nov. 1, 2021.

November 1, 2021

Recent births, posted Nov. 1, 2021. The following births have been reported: Nick Charles Herrygers, the son of Andrea and Caleb Herrygers of Hart, was born on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Anthony Octavio Rodriguez II, the son of Mandi Best and Anthony Rodriguez of Fountain, was born on Thursday, October 28, 2021. Ansel Walter Stojic, the son of Kelli Stojic and Perry Lyford-Stojic…

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