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USDA expands support for farmers’ markets to accept SNAP

April 29, 2013

WASHINGTON  – Agriculture Undersecretary Kevin Concannon today announced expanded eligibility for U.S.Department of Agriculture grants to improve access to fresh produce and healthy foods by Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients at America’s farmers’ markets. As a result of funding provided by Congress through the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2012, USDA last year announced the availability of $4…

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Scottville public safety committee to discuss police dept.

April 29, 2013

SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville public safety committee is scheduled to meet Tuesday afternoon and there is only one agenda item: the police department. The City of Scottville currently has an agreement with the City of Ludington in which the Ludington police chief and captain oversee administration of Scottville’s police department. Ludington Police Department also offers the service of its detective…

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Pinewood derby

April 29, 2013
Pinewood derby

Submitted by Scott Gordon. SCOTTVILLE — On Saturday Scottville Cub Scout Pack 4144 had its annual Pinewood Derby.  There were 17 racers this year, a bit down from previous years, but still a great time for everybody involved.  One of the favorite parts is when the scouts get to vote for who has the best design for their car.  Only…

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Woods fire

April 26, 2013
Woods fire

BRANCH TWP. — Three fire departments were on scene of a woods fire on Benson Road north of Decker Road around 2:30 Friday afternoon. Branch, Fountain and Custer fire departments were called to what was initially reported as leaves on fire in the woods. High winds caused the fire to quickly spread and come near buildings, scorching a shed. Branch…

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4 nominated for community service awards

April 26, 2013

LUDINGTON – The Ludington and Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the nominations for the annual Community Service Awards. They include Barry Neal, Dr. Bill Anderson, Erin Doan, Nancy Supran, Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm and Lakeshore Civic Players. The recipients of the awards will be announced during the annual chamber dinner, May 11 at Lincoln Hills Golf Club. Nominations…

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