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How to dispose of used batteries.

April 25, 2015
How to dispose of used batteries.

Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville,www.erindoan.com. Stop and think before you throw those old electronics, batteries and lightbulbs in the trash. Recycling is a better option. (Plus, it’s illegal to leave them on the curb in some states.) Why Recycle? Most electronic waste and batteries contain toxic heavy metals that can seep into soil and water.…

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Local Republicans and Democrats both oppose Prop 1.

April 24, 2015

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. Both Republican and Democrat parties in Mason County have officially opposed Proposal 1, which calls to raise the state sales tax by 1 percent, in part to repair roads. Voters will be asked to amend the state Constitution on May 5. The Mason County Republican executive committee voted unanimously on April 21 to oppose the proposal.…

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COVE observing domestic violence, sexual assault awareness month.

April 24, 2015
COVE observing domestic violence, sexual assault awareness month.

By Kate Krieger. MCP Correspondent. LUDINGTON – April is a month to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault and COVE (Communities Overcoming Violent Encounters) is hosting a few events to continue the education about the issues and to offer support where needed to the community. COVE Fundraising and Community Outreach Coordinator Carrie Kosla said this last year has…

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Obit: Helen Bahr, 93, Pentwater

April 24, 2015

Helen Victoria Bahr, 93 of Bass Lake, Pentwater went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, April 21, 2015.  Helen was born on July 9, 1921 in Ludington, the youngest child of Karl and Lena Johnson, and graduated from Ludington High School.  On August 12, 1944, she married Robert A. Bahr at the home of her sister in Ludington, and…

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College board selects next president.

April 23, 2015
College board selects next president.

VICTORY TWP. – The West Shore Community College Board of Trustees voted Thursday, April 23, to authorize Chairman of the Board James Jensen to negotiate a contract with Dr. Kenneth Urban to serve as the fourth president of the College. The selection is contingent upon the board approving a contract after a site visit to Nicolet Technical College and the Rhinelander, Wisconsin,…

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