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Custer loses a legend: Johnny Urban dies

October 14, 2012
Custer loses a legend: Johnny Urban dies

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief CUSTER – Western Michigan entertainment legend Johnny Urban died this weekend at the age of 85. Johnny was best known as the owner of Johnny’s of Custer, roller rink, restaurant, night club and bar. Johnny and his twin brother Tony built Northern Gardens Roller Rink in 1948 when they were 18-years-old, according to former manager Dan…

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Badger unable to dock for 2 hours

October 14, 2012
Badger unable to dock for 2 hours

LUDINGTON — The official S.S. Badger sailing season ended the same way it started — stuck. Today was customer appreciation day, where round-trip riders received a discounted rate, just as they did on the first day of sailing in May. On that day, the Badger’s engine ran into trouble as it was coming into Manitowoc, causing the ship to run…

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Jaycees hold Bags, Baubles & Beauty Sale

October 14, 2012

PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — The Ludington Area Jaycees 3rd Annual Bags, Baubles & Beauty Sale will be held on Saturday, October 20th from 9 am- 3 pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Jebavy Drive in Ludington. The sale will include gently used purses, bags and jewelry from individuals as well as professional vendors and crafters with new and…

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Scottville city commission meets Monday

October 14, 2012

SCOTTVILLE — Below is the agenda and City Manager notes for Monday’s Scottville City Commission meeting. You may download the attachment as a PDF.   Scottville 10-14-12

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WSCC board meets Monday

October 14, 2012

VICTORY TWP. — The West Shore Community College Board of Trustees will meet Monday at 4 p.m. at the college board room. Below is a downloadable PDF of the agenda and accompanying President’s notes. WSCC 10-15-12

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