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‘Women Who Care’ will meet June 7, begin 5th year.

May 22, 2016
‘Women Who Care’ will meet June 7, begin 5th year.

PENTWATER — Time flies when you are having fun and even faster when you’re joining together with friends four times a year to make a difference in Oceana County. And it’s hard to believe that the Women Who Care of Oceana will kick off their fifth year, June 7, with a one-hour meeting at Gull Landing in Pentwater beginning at…

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Diabetes prevention classes begin June 1.

May 17, 2016

HART – The National Diabetes Prevention Program is coming to Hart, on behalf of District Health Department #10. Currently, one in three adults is living with pre-diabetes (higher than normal blood sugar levels), most of whom are unaware of their condition. In Michigan, that equals about 2.6 million adults. The good news – type 2 diabetes can be prevented or…

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New coalition addresses growing substance abuse problem in Oceana County.

May 17, 2016
New coalition addresses growing substance abuse problem in Oceana County.

HART — Oceana County’s new Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition recently held its first planning meeting, with about 20 coalition members in attendance Coalition members represented a variety of community sectors including: law enforcement, school administration, local businesses, healthcare professionals, parents, and others. All were passionate and excited to make a positive impact in the community by reducing drug and alcohol…

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$3.2 million village street project moves forward.

May 17, 2016
$3.2 million village street project moves forward.

Contributed by Ron Beeber. PENTWATER — Attendees at a public forum Monday, May 16, at the village hall heard about a large project geared at repairing the village streets. Most streets in the village will be sealed, rehabbed or reconstructed in a coordinated effort over five years as part of the Pentwater Street Improvement Plan. Municipal bond rates are at…

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Historical society celebrates museum’s 3rd anniversary.

May 17, 2016
Historical society celebrates museum’s 3rd anniversary.

PENTWATER — On Saturday, May 28, the Historical Museum will open its doors at noon to start its Third Anniversary Celebration. The museum is a destination point for visitors; a gathering place for the community; and a unique display of Pentwater pride. This year, the museum offers some newly-acquired ‘old’ signs from various businesses, as well as a huge salt…

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