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Recent death: Gary David Green, 68, of Pentwater

October 15, 2025

  Gary David Green, 68, of Pentwater, died on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths.…

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The shipwrecks of 1929: Wisconsin sinks on eve of Great Depression

October 14, 2025

Part 3: S.S. Wisconsin By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief The last four months of 1929 were a deadly time for Lake Michigan shipping. At least four shipwrecks claimed the lives of over 100 people. This series will discuss each of those wrecks and will also make some comparisons to why some resulted in total losses while others had much fewer lives…

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MCC clubs consolidate fundraising efforts

October 14, 2025

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Several Mason County Central teams and clubs are joining together this year to consolidate their fundraising efforts. Forming the Mason County Central Club Cohort are band, eSports, quiz bowl, chess team, drama department, board game club “One of the goals of…

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West Shore Bank employees give back during bank holiday

October 14, 2025

LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank recently took advantage of the Columbus Day federal holiday to bring all employees together for a full day of learning, collaboration, and giving back to the community under the theme “One Team, One Mission: Learn, Connect, Impact.” The day featured a training session titled “Winning Together: The Formula for HighPerforming Teams” led by guest speaker…

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Obituary: Patricia P. Buckley, 93, of Branch

October 14, 2025

Patricia “Patsy” P. Buckley, 93, of Branch, a beloved mother, grandmother, and respected community member, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025.  Patsy was born in Illinois in 1932, the daughter of Peter and Angeline and was their only child.  She attended a catholic school where her early years were marked by a long daily walk, often covering the distance back…

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