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Obit: Dick Smith, 91, Scottville

May 13, 2014
Obit: Dick Smith, 91, Scottville

Richard M. “Dick” Smith, aged 91 of Scottville, passed away Monday, May 12, 2014 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital.  Dick was born on April 15, 1923 in Fountain, the son of George and Mabel (Nash) Smith, and served his country during World War II with the US Army in the European Theatre. Throughout his life, he worked various jobs, including hauling…

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Farmer’s quick actions save barn

May 12, 2014
Farmer’s quick actions save barn

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief.  FREE SOIL TWP. — Three fire departments responded to a barn fire at Kran Farms Monday night on Tuttle Road south of Freeman Road. The fire was actually confined to a tractor and caused little damage to the actual structure. Bob Kran Jr., who lives a few hundred yards down the road, said he stopped to…

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DNR offers free fishing weekend

May 12, 2014

The Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone that Michigan’s annual summer free fishing weekend is set for Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8. On that weekend, everyone – residents and nonresidents alike – can fish Michigan waters without a license, though all other fishing regulations still apply. Michigan has offered the free fishing weekend annually since 1986 as an easy,…

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Sailing school’s goal is to teach safety and fun

May 12, 2014
Sailing school’s goal is to teach safety and fun

Ludington Youth Sailing School will begin classes this summer. By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief.  LUDINGTON — A group of boating enthusiasts have filled a long-time void by forming a local sailing school. Beginning this summer, the Ludington Youth Sailing School will offer lessons to children ages 8 to 17. The non-profit organization was formed by members of the Ludington Yacht Club,…

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Bridal Story: Brittany and Aaron

May 12, 2014
Bridal Story: Brittany and Aaron

Brittany Mae Starr and Aaron Douglas Powers have known each other since pre-school. They have been a couple for six years and engaged for three years. Their wedding was a bit of a surprise, though, because they waited until five days before the wedding to tell their parents. They were married May 3, 2014 at Free Soil Community Center with…

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