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VIDEO: Firefighters extinguish wheat field fire

July 31, 2023

VIDEO: Firefighters extinguish wheat field fire CUSTER TOWNSHIP — Firefighters were called to a wheat field fire at 1:15 p.m. today, Monday, July 31, 2023, south of the intersection of Decker and Darr roads. Fire units responding included Scottville Fire Department and Custer Fire Departments. Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire quickly upon arriving on scene. Farmer Paul Monton…

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Western Michigan Fair begins Monday, Aug. 7

July 31, 2023

Western Michigan Fair begins Monday, Aug. 7 PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The 2023 Western Michigan Fair begins in just over a week.  The event, which began in 1936, includes a variety of events for all ages. The fair midway opens on Tuesday, Aug. 8, but there are several pre-fair events scheduled for Monday, Aug. 7. Tuesday is the official opening…

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Mass of Christian Burial notice: Mary Nichols

July 31, 2023

Mass of Christian Burial notice: Mary Nichols The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for Mary Nichols, who died on June 21, 2023, at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 4 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Custer with Rev. Dan DePew as celebrant. Friends may visit with her family on Thursday evening, August 3 from 6 to 8 p.m.…

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Several schools offering free 4-year-old preschool

July 31, 2023

Several schools offering free 4-year-old preschool West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) still has openings for free 4-year-old preschool at several area school districts and centers, including Hart Public Schools (Diman-Wolf Early Childhood Center), Shelby Public Schools…

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U Dig It Garden to celebrate 13 years

July 31, 2023

U Dig It Garden to celebrate 13 years PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A Lucky 13 Open House will be held at the U Dig It Community Garden on Saturday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to noon, celebrating the garden’s 13th season. The event will be hosted by members of the community garden and AFFEW (A Few Friends of the Environment…

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