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4-year-old boy with autism dies after found in drainage ditch. SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — A 4-year-old boy with autism died Tuesday afternoon, March 23, after he was found in a water-filled drainage ditch in the 4000 block of West Kinney Road, according to Sgt. Dan Thomas of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police. “On March 23, 2021 at approximately…

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Scottville area summer ball leagues forming.  SCOTTVILLE — Registration for Scottville area summer t-ball, baseball and softball has been scheduled. Registration will take place at the Mason County Central Spartan Community Field (football field) concession stand:  T-ball/baseball: Monday, April 5, 6-7 p.m.  Softball: Wednesday, April 7, 6-7 p.m. T-ball/baseball/softball: Saturday, April 10, 9-10:30 a.m.  Participants may register at the round-up…

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AFFEW will observe Earth Day throughout April. AFFEW (A Few Friends of the Environment of this World) is planning to hold a month-long celebration of Earth Day beginning with a five week Zoom presentation series starting Tuesday, April 6.  Registration required for all events. Go here for more information. Tuesday, April 6, 7 to 8 p.m.: Michigan Reptiles and Amphibians…

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Rasmussen Road to close for construction. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A portion of Rasmussen Road will be closed for construction beginning Thursday, March 25. The $1 million project will include reconstruction of the road beginning at Jebavy Drive east .6 mile. It will include tree removal, removal of pavement, earthwork, culvert replacements, widening of the roadway, installation of curb and…

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