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Recent death: Julie Ann Horowski, 61, of Ludington

April 10, 2025

Julie Ann Horowski, 62, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington with Rev. Daniel DePew presiding. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2025 deaths.…

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Employment: Early Childhood PBIS Coach

April 10, 2025

Employment: Early Childhood PBIS Coach (Contracted .5 FTE) West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an Early Childhood PBIS Coach (Contracted .5 FTE). Bachelor’s degree required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org.  Send cover letter, resume and credentials to:  Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431…

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Employment: Ludington Beach Patrol

April 10, 2025

Employment: Ludington Beach Patrol The Ludington Police Department is seeking applicants for the seasonal position of Beach Patrol.  Applicants must be 18 years or older, possess a valid MI driver’s license, have no felony convictions, and able to pass a physical exam and drug screen.  Preference will be given to applicants currently certified in CPR and/or Water Rescue. Rate of…

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MV Manitowoc arrives in Manistee

April 9, 2025

Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MANISTEE — The 630-foot long MV Manitowoc arrived in Manistee today, the first freighter of the new shipping season. It is docked in Filer City and appears to be delivering coal. The River Class vessel is owned by Rand Logistics and operated under its subsidiary Grand River Navigation Company. The self-unloading vessel was built in…

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Obituary: John Blaine Hulick, 72, of Lebanon, Tenn., formerly of Ludington

April 9, 2025

John Blaine Hulick, 72, of Lebanon, Tenn., formerly of Ludington, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Betty Hulick; sister, Claudia Bursch; daughter, Deborah Cottle and grandson, Evan Hulick. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Donna (Dearwester) Hulick; children, Tracey (Jim)…

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