Support local mental health services through laughter. #LaughingMatters #FountainHillCenter SHELBY – The Fountain Hill Center for Counseling and Consultation will host its annual Laughing Matters fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 23, from 6-9 p.m. at the Shelby Optimist Club. Now in its fifth year, this night of great food and great comedy supports the Fountain Hill Center Lakeshore Counseling Office in New…
Near family providing three generations of public service. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. SHELBY – Andy Near grew up watching his dad, Ken Near, routinely attend Shelby Township Board meetings. Andy – following in his father’s footsteps – serves as a Shelby Village Council trustee. Now, a third-generation Near family member begins her tenure in public service as Andy’s 26-year-old daughter…
Snow or no snow, Winterfest is a go. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART – It has been a lackluster winter for snow accumulation, but that is not stopping organizers from holding the Ninth Annual Hart Winterfest the weekend of Feb. 1 and 2. “It’s going to be a great day in downtown Hart,” said Hart Main Street Manager Julie Kreilick.…
The late Bill Moyer leaves $200,000 gift to community. SHELBY – The late Bill Moyer generously bequeathed $200,000 to the community, with $100,000 going to the Oceana Historical and Genealogical Society; $50,000 to the Flower Creek Cemetery; and $50,000 to the Community Foundation for Oceana County. “The Legacy Society recognizes individuals and couples who have named the Community Foundation for…
Markiewicz memorial donates $13,400 to Oceana schools. SHELBY – The David P. Markiewicz Memorial Fund was founded and joined the Community Foundation for Oceana County in 2013. This fund was started by the family of the late David Markiewicz, a 2005 Shelby High School graduate who loved music. “Music was the thread that weaved through David’s life and connected himself…
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