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Recent deaths, posted Sept. 8, 2020

September 8, 2020

Recent deaths, posted Sept. 8, 2020 This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. The following recent death information has been reported to OCP: Shirley Ruth Howe, 78, of Hart, died on Sunday, September 6, 2020. Robert D. ” Bob” Samuels, 81, of Shelby died on Friday, September 4, 2020.…

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Flying large.

September 4, 2020

Flying large. PENTWATER TOWNSHIP — Hill & Hollow campground recently purchased a new 20-feet by 30-feet flag just in time for Labor Day weekend. The flag was purchased with bottle and can returns from campers and replaces a slightly smaller flag. Taller poles were needed to keep the flag from landing on top of camper trailers as they drove into…

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Lighthouse keepers offering virtual educational programs.

September 3, 2020

Lighthouse keepers offering virtual educational programs. LUDINGTON — Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and record high water levels on Lake Michigan, Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association (SPKLA) was forced to close three of its four western Michigan lighthouses.  In response to these closures and reduction in public access, SPLKA’s education committee has delivered a number of resources for educators and…

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Recent deaths, posted Sept. 3 2020

September 3, 2020

Recent deaths, posted Sept. 3 2020 This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. The following recent death information has been reported to OCP: Thomas “Tommy the Swede” Peterson, 77, of Hart, died on Sunday, August 9, 2020. A graveside service with military honors will be held Saturday, September 12,…

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ESD transportation department ready for new school year.

August 27, 2020

ESD transportation department ready for new school year. West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in cooperation with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. AMBER TOWSHIP — West Shore Educational Service District’s Transportation Department has been working this summer with the goal of keeping students and staff as safe…

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