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4-H, teaching problem solving skills, independence.

December 20, 2016

4-H has taught Meghan problem solving skills, independence.  Story submitted by D’Ann Rohrer, Mason County 4-H.  At 8 years old, an advertisement for 4-H caught Meghan Winey’s eye. She asked her mom if she could join 4-H, and it wasn’t long after she was riding a horse at her 4-H leader’s home. This lead to her purchasing her own horse and…

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Obituary: Rodney Grams, 95, Ludington.

December 20, 2016

Obituary: Rodney Grams, 95, Ludington.  #MasonCountyDeaths.  Rodney Lee Grams, lt. commander, U.S. Navy (retired), one of the greatest generation, has flown on the wings of angels, to meet his Lord and Savior.  He passed away and had just turned 95 years of age. Rodney was born to Emil and Eva (Murray) Grams on December 13, 1921 in Ludington.  He attended…

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Another world record attempt planned for 2017.

December 19, 2016

Another world record attempt planned for 2017.  LUDINGTON — The Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Foundation is proposing that Ludington set another Guinness World Record in 2017, in addition to this year’s World’s Longest Frozen Dessert, set by House of Flavors Restaurant in June. The foundation is planning an event called Be Someone’s Angel and will attempt to break the world…

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Household Water Well Program helps rural Michigan homeowners

December 19, 2016

Household Water Well Program helps rural Michigan homeowners Michigan rural homeowners who need to repair or construct new wells may be eligible for a low-interest loan through the Household Water Well Program (HHWWP). Administered by the Rural Community Assistance Program (RCAP), HHWWP offers an up to $11,000 loan for water-well construction or repairs. Loans carry an interest rate of 1…

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Municipal holiday closings.

December 19, 2016

Municipal holiday closings. #Christmas2016. Municipal buildings in Mason County will be closed on Friday, Dec. 23, Monday, Dec. 26, Friday, Dec. 30, and Monday, Jan. 2, in observation of Christmas and New Year’s. Buildings include Ludington City Hall, Scottville, City Hall, Mason County Courthouse, county municipal building in Scottville, Pere Marquette Township Hall, and Hamlin Township Hall. Other government offices are…

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