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Closings and cancellations, Monday, Feb. 22. 2021.

February 21, 2021

Closings and cancellations, Monday, Feb. 22. 2021. The following closings and cancellations have been reported for Monday, Feb. 22, 2021. Hart Public Schools Oceana Christian School Pentwater Public Schools Walkerville Public Schools.

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Several pigs die in barn fire.

February 20, 2021

Several pigs die in barn fire. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. NEWFIELD TOWNSHIP — Several pigs perished in a barn fire early Saturday morning, Feb. 20, at 2264 S. 204th Avenue, according to Hesperia Fire Chief Bob Eichenberg. The approximate 60-by-60 foot barn is a “total loss”  said Eichenberg.  In addition to the Hesperia Area Fire Department, firefighters from Walkerville, Ferry…

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Recent births, posted Feb. 18, 2021.

February 18, 2021

Recent births, posted Feb. 18, 2021. The following births have been reported: Wells Daniel Givens, the son of Sarah and Justin Givens of Pentwater, was born Sunday, February 14, 2021. Maverick Thomas Wilbur, the son of Megan Wright and Sean Wilbur of East Lake, was born Tuesday, February 16, 2021. Mason James Chafee, the son of Megan and Joseph Chafee of Custer, was…

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Shelby boy faces more amputations while battling rare COVID-19 condition.

February 17, 2021

Shelby boy faces more amputations while battling rare COVID-19 condition. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. SHELBY — Dae’Shun Jamison, 10, of Shelby has been diagnosed with a rare condition of COVID-19 which led to the amputation of his right leg, and soon his left leg and both hands will also be removed. The 10-year-old started getting headaches and then a high…

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MSP urges residents to stay safe during bitter cold.

February 16, 2021

MSP urges residents to stay safe during bitter cold. LANSING — With snow-covered roads today, Feb. 16, and below zero temperatures forecast to impact the state tonight, the Michigan State Police (MSP) is encouraging state residents and visitors to be extra cautious when going outdoors. “With the National Weather Service forecasting sub-zero temperatures, it’s important that Michiganders take steps to…

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