Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A capacity crowd filled the grandstands at the Mason County Fairgrounds Thursday evening to watch the Western Michigan Fair’s Super Kicker Rodeo. The event a variety of traditional rodeo events including roping and bull riding. Audience members participated in the bull riding. The 85th Western Michigan Fair continues Friday through…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Pete Wilson of Sherman Township made history Wednesday when he was selected as the first man, in the 86 year history of the Western Michigan Fair, to be named Homemaker of the Year. The father of 11 children operates Kid Ranch CSA Farm on Beyer Road, along with his wife, Jill, and…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Wednesday was Kids’ Day at the 86th Western Michigan Fair. Here are some photos highlighting the day. See schedule below. Fair admittance: $5 per person; children ages 5 and under, free) Daily midway wristbands can be purchased for $35. Thursday, Aug. 7 Senior citizens, ages 60 and older, admitted free –…
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David Christian Boomgaard, 88, of Irons, died on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. A memorial service with military honors will be held on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, formerly Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com.…
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