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Employment: Housing Programs Director

April 6, 2026

Employment: Housing Programs Director IMMEDIATE OPENING – Full Time: FiveCAP, Inc., a locally-based not for profit organization is seeking qualified applicants with construction knowledge and experience to assist in the management of housing programs for low-income residents of Mason, Manistee, Lake and Newaygo counties. Primary duties include: Oversight of client service, inspectors and contractors, program compliance, job tracking and reporting,…

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Obituary: Gerald Ray Sircher, 79, of Hart

April 1, 2026

Gerald Ray Sircher, 79, of Hart, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at his home. In accordance with Gerald’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com

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Obituary: Helen Marie Scripter, 82, of Hart

April 1, 2026

Helen Marie Scripter, 82, of Hart, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026. She was born December 6, 1943, in Muskegon, the daughter of Mitchell and Mamie (Bailey) Battice. Helen graduated from Michigan School for the Deaf in 1964. She went to work for Stokely’s in Hart, and then married Manuel Lee Scripter that same year. Helen was a strong woman…

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Obituary: Matthew Berumen, 43, of Pentwater

March 31, 2026

Matthew Berumen, 43, of Pentwater, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at his home. He was born June 28, 1982, in Edinburg, Texas, the son of Jose and Eva (Luevano) Berumen. Matt was a kind hearted man. Despite his illness, he always wanted to help others. He was adored by his son and his cousins who looked up to him.…

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Mental Health Matters: Getting help when you need it

March 30, 2026

By Lori Schummer, Director of Public Relations and Customer Service, West Michigan Community Mental Health Seeking help for mental health or substance use concerns can feel overwhelming, often leaving individuals unsure where to begin. West Michigan Community Mental Health has expanded services in recent years to improve access to care for residents in Lake, Mason and Oceana counties, including the…

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