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- The first Mother’s Day
  Photo by Natasha, Unsplash. By Grace Grogan Was a Michigan woman the inspiration for the first Mother’s Day? The residents of Albion, a city of approximately 7,700 (2020 U.S. Census) located in the state’s south-central region, would likely answer with a resounding yes. Juliet Calhoun Blakeley According to information found on albionmich.net, the first Mother’s […]
- ‘Electric vehicles’ is Earth Day keynote
  Photo by Ernest Ojeh, Unsplash. By Pat Stinson Those hesitant to purchase an electric vehicle (EV), and those who already have, will be able to learn more about their battery-powered operation and benefits during one of several Earth Day presentations taking place tomorrow in Ludington. The activities will be held at the United Methodist Church […]
- Arcadia community to celebrate Arbor Day
  Image by Jana McLain, Pixabay. From staff reports ARCADIA — A tree-planting ceremony with an Arbor Day proclamation by the township supervisor will take place 6-7 p.m., April 26, in Finch Park, 17240 Fifth St. The hour-long Friday evening celebration will also include a presentation by the village tree committee, a silent auction and musical […]
- Planet vs. Plastics: Which will win?
  Photo by Mikhail Nilov, Pexels. By Valerie Chandler Every April 22, the world comes together in pursuit of a greener planet with a more sustainable future. The 2024 theme for Earth Day is “Planet vs. Plastics” and marks the 54th anniversary of the global movement. The theme serves as an opportunity for continued dedication to […]
- Serial killer survivor to speak during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
  Poster for Sexual Assault Awareness Month provided by: https://www.nsvrc.org/saam By Grace Grogan REGION ‒ During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, COVE (Communities Overcoming Violent Encounters) will host speaker Holly Dunn, the sole survivor of the Railroad Serial Killer. Dunn will present at 6 p.m., Friday, April 19, at the Vogue Theatre, 383 River St., Manistee, and […]
- Ludington chosen ‘Best Historic Small Town’
  Photo of Big Sable Point Lighthouse courtesy of Pure Ludington. From staff reports In case you’ve been away from your social media, smartphones and televisions the last 24 hours, you may now hear what everyone else in the area already knows: USA Today readers voted Ludington as the “Best Historic Small Town.” Twenty U.S. towns […]