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Obituary: Thomas ‘Tommy’ Jefferson Ray, 60, of Custer

February 24, 2025

Thomas Jefferson Ray, known affectionately as Tommy, passed away on February 21, 2025, at the age of 60 in Grand Rapids. Born on November 23, 1964, in Lansing, Tommy was a lifelong resident of Michigan and proudly embraced his Native American heritage. Tommy enjoyed his time as a restaurant cook, having spent many years delighting patrons at Riley’s Rendezvous and…

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Filer Credit Union offering $25,000 in scholarships for high school grads

February 24, 2025

FILER TOWNSHIP (Manistee County) – Filer Credit Union is offering $25,000 in scholarship funds to local high school seniors. The program will provide 10 $2,000 and five $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors who demonstrate academic excellence, community involvement, and a commitment to their future goals. Eligible applicants must be members of Filer Credit Union. If a student is interested in…

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Advertisement for Bids: ESD Roof/HVAC Project

February 24, 2025

Advertisement for Bids: ESD Roof Replacement Project   This is a paid posting. 

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Recent death: Elaine Frances Paul, 78, of Scottville

February 24, 2025

Elaine Frances Paul, 78, of Scottville, died on Sunday, February 23, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 14, 2025, at noon at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing…

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Recent death: Thomas “Tommy” Ray, 60, of Custer

February 24, 2025

Thomas “Tommy” Ray, 60, of Custer, died on Friday, February 21, 2025. His life will be celebrated on Friday, February 28, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, with visitation starting at noon. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of…

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