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Understanding Social Security

August 24, 2015
Understanding Social Security

Investment Matters. Sponsored by Mike Heckman, Ameriprise Financial Services, 121 E Ludington Ave Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4308; www.ameripriseadvisors.com. Over 60 million people today receive some form of Social Security benefits, including approximately 39 million individuals age 65 or older. (Source: Fast Facts & Figures about Social Security, 2012) But Social Security is more than just a retirement program. Its scope…

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Trail-based tourism topic of Sept. 2 meeting.

August 24, 2015

LUDINGTON — Trail enthusiasts, business leaders and citizens interested in the economic potential of trail-based tourism in Ludington are encouraged to participate in a public meeting on Wednesday, September 2 at 6 p.m. in city hall, 300 S. Harrison Street. Interested parties can also participate in formal “Trail Town” and accessibility assessments of key trail amenities around the community earlier in the…

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North breakwater closed.

August 24, 2015

LUDINGTON — The north breakwater has been closed today, effective at 3:30 p.m., due to severe weather conditions. Police Chief Mark Barnett stated the closure was “triggered” by a citizen calling the Ludington Police Department to report people walking on the north breakwater in dangerous wave conditions.  These observations were supported by Ludington Beach Patrol observations.  Per city policy the city…

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Witnesses say man jumped from freighter into Lake Michigan; Badger assists with search.

August 23, 2015
Witnesses say man jumped from freighter into Lake Michigan; Badger assists with search.

UPDATED: A man onboard a freighter jumped off the ship into Lake Michigan early Sunday morning. As a result, the Coast Guard and several vessels, including the SS Badger, searched for the man, west of Big Sable Point. Personnel from U.S. Coast Guard Station Manistee responded to a call from the Stewart J. Cort around 2 a.m. to the area…

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Maintaining your car’s maintenance schedule.

August 22, 2015
Maintaining your car’s maintenance schedule.

Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville,www.erindoan.com. According to 2015 data from the Car Care Council, 84% of vehicles surveyed required immediate service. Among the issues: low or dirty oil, contaminated air filters and inadequate coolant levels. Neglecting preventive auto maintenance means easy fixes can become expensive repairs down the road. Why is preventive maintenance important? It…

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