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Obituary: Larry Hetland, 68, of Shelby

January 29, 2025

Larry Ivan Hetland, 68, of Shelby, also affectionately known as ‘Het,’ passed away Monday, January 27, 2025. He was born May 13, 1956, in Hart, the son of Willard and Norma (Peterson) Hetland. Larry joined the United States Marine Corps in 1973, and was a proud veteran. Following his military service, he was a skilled crane and heavy equipment operator;…

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VanderWall elected to House leadership position

January 28, 2025

LANSING — State Rep. Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) has been elected to serve as an associate speaker pro tempore of the Michigan House of Representatives for the 2025-26 legislative session.  “I am honored to be selected by my peers to assume this leadership role,” VanderWall said. “I look forward to continuing to work alongside them to advance policies that matter to…

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Obituary: Barton Mansfield Zachrich, 75, of Pentwater

January 28, 2025

Barton Mansfield Zachrich, 75, of Pentwater, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 26. He was born on Feb. 8, 1949 in Toledo, Ohio to Alvin and Roberta (Mansfield) Zachrich. The Zachrich family soon moved to Michigan, where Bart lived for most of his life. He spent some of his happiest times in childhood at the family cottage on…

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Employment: Custodial/Maintenance – Part-Time

January 28, 2025

Employment: Custodial/Maintenance – Part-Time Part-time custodial and light maintenance position at St. Joseph and St. Vincent churches, located in Weare Township (Hart) and Pentwater. Must have valid driver’s license and ability to lift 50 pounds. Must have general knowledge of and ability to perform light maintenance tasks and custodial duties and attention to detail. Must be on call periodically. Starting…

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Obituary: Beverly Earp, 76

January 23, 2025

Beverly Ann Earp, 76, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Bev was born January 5, 1949, in Detroit, to James and Dolores (Hooper) Hamilton, and was the third of six children. She grew up in Detroit, Livonia, and Farmington Hills. She was married first to William Kuhary in June 1975, and then to James Earp in December 1983. Bev…

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