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Obituary: Michael James Woodruff, 71, of Fountain

September 4, 2025

Michael James Woodruff, known affectionately as Mike, passed away on August 27, 2025, at the age of 71, in Fountain. Born on February 22, 1954, in Greenville, he lived a life marked by dedication to his family and a passion for his interests. Mike graduated from high school in 1972 and went on to earn an associate degree from Lansing…

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Employment: Hart Cemetery

September 4, 2025

Hart Cemetery is hiring. Qualifications include: Ability to run a lawn mower, weed whipper and a backpack blower. Must be able to rake and dispose of debris. Other duties as assigned. Starting wage is $15 per hour. Could be up to 40 hours per week. Must have a current Michigan driver’s license and be able to pass a background check.…

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Kimes begins new career helping to keep schools safe

September 3, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Kevin Kimes is passionate about keeping kids safe. After a three-decade career in education, most of it as an administrator, Kimes retired in July and is now a sales representative for a company that focuses on school safety. Kimes, 54, of Riverton Township, has been a principal at Mason County Central School District for the…

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Farm Field Day scheduled for Sept. 11

September 3, 2025

SCOTTVILLE — Mason-Lake Conservation District is hosting its annual Farm Field Day on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. Attendees will meet at the Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds at Scottville Riverside Park, 700 S. Scottville Rd. The grounds can be accessed through the park’s main drive and follow directional signs. The event is open to…

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Trooper Butterfield memorial ceremony will be Sept. 9

September 3, 2025

FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP —The annual memorial ceremony honoring fallen Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 9 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Butterfield was killed on duty by a gunman on Sept. 9, 2013 while conducting a routine traffic stop on Custer Road north of Townline Road. A memorial now commemorates the site. Butterfield was 42-years-old…

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