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Beckman running for Miss Michigan

June 13, 2014
Beckman running for Miss Michigan

MUSKEGON — Shelby native Jodi Beckman is among 34 young women vying for the title of “Miss Michigan” this weekend at the Frauenthal Center for Performing Arts. Beckman, 22, is competing as Miss Shoreline. The Shelby High School graduate is a senior at Hope College, where she is pursuing a bachelor of arts degree in communication. She plans to pursue…

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26th Annual Sandy Corley this weekend

June 11, 2014
26th Annual Sandy Corley this weekend

ROTHBURY — Bikers from all over West Michigan and beyond will gather at the Double JJ Resort this weekend for the 26th Annual Sandy Corley Memorial Run. The camping event offers an adult party atmosphere and includes concerts Friday and Saturday nights. Queensryche, Even Keel and Saliva perform Friday, and Quiet Riot, Pop Evil and Northbound take the stage Saturday…

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Shelby marching band’s EFF gigs have netted $20,000

June 10, 2014
Shelby marching band’s EFF gigs have netted $20,000

ROTHBURY — The Shelby High School Marching Band will once again perform at the Electric Forest Festival this year, and its performances over the years have yielded a total of $20,000 for the school’s band program. Approximately 40 high school students and 10 alumni will march through the festival grounds Saturday, June 28, at approximately 4 p.m. (The time may…

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‘SHREK: the Musical’ will have Oceana influence

June 10, 2014
‘SHREK: the Musical’ will have Oceana influence

MANISTEE — Taking on the lead role of the beloved ogre, 2010 Hart High School graduate David Moul, will join the Manistee Civic Players to present “SHREK: the Musical” at the historic Ramsdell Theatre, June 27-29, and July 3, 5 and 6. Four other Oceana County actors are in the musical: Jaime Pepple of New Era, Dragon; Hart Public Schools…

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Great Lakes Gospel Sing this weekend in Walkerville

June 9, 2014

WALKERVILLE — The Ninth Annual Great Lakes Gospel Sing is set for this weekend at the Walkerville Wesleyan Church, at 144 S. Hamon. Enjoy performances by Northern Edge, Pastor Bob Emcee, The Shannons, Ray Haner Jr., The Jubilees, The Foresters, John Haner, Dawn Ross, John & Kate, The Lori Jonathan Trio, Donovan Brown, The Faithful Sons, His Way II, 4onquartet,…

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