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Lighthouse keepers looking for 2019 lighthouse keepers.

November 13, 2018
Lighthouse keepers looking for 2019 lighthouse keepers.

Lighthouse keepers looking for 2019 lighthouse keepers. Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association (SPLKA) is seeking individuals to assist with its volunteer resident keeper program in 2019. Volunteers help the non-profit organization operate Big Sable Point Lighthouse, Little Sable Point Lighthouse, the White River Light Station and the Ludington North Breakwater Lighthouse. Clean and comfortable accommodations are offered free of charge within…

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Homeless youths need our support, help

November 10, 2018

Homeless youths need our support, help Letter to the editor by Cynthia Arneson Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week is November 10 to 18. Imagine being a 17-year-old high school senior and finding yourself homeless and on your own. It is a stark existence fraught with despair. There are currently more than 2 million homeless youth in the United States, with Michigan ranking sixth in…

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Obituary: Jordan James, 20, Pentwater

November 7, 2018

Obituary: Jordan James, 20, Pentwater Jordan James, 20, of Pentwater, passed away on Saturday, November 3, 2018. Jordan was born on November 4, 1997 in Battle Creek, the son of Jesse and Penny (Schultz) James.  He attended Mason County Central Schools and was planning on attending adult education classes to complete his schooling.  Jordan enjoyed fishing, bike riding, walking, and…

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Recent births, reported Nov. 7, 2018

November 7, 2018

Recent births, reported Nov. 7, 2018 #OceanaCountyBirths Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise.  Benjamin Andres Arellano, the son of Stephanie Cruz and Jason Arellano of Walkerville, was born Nov. 5, 2018. Autumn June Noble, the daughter of LeAnna Walker and David Noble of Hart, was born Oct. 27, 2018. Gael Castro, the son of Daniella Castro and Juan Castro…

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Recent deaths, posted Nov. 6, 2018

November 6, 2018

Recent deaths, posted Nov. 6, 2018 #OceanaCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to OCP: Bruce Bates, 94, of Hart, died on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. Sadie “Sally” Osborne, 92, of New Era, died on Monday, November 5, 2018. Percy F. Skinner, 102, of Shelby, died on Monday, November 5, 2018. Beads…

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