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Jessica Welch claims wire-to-wire win in 2024 Michigan PGA Women’s Open at Crystal Mountain
THOMPSONVILLE – Jessica Welch of Thomasville, Ga., saw an eight-shot lead dwindle to just one before making a seven-foot birdie putt on the final hole to win the 31st Michigan PGA Women’s Open Championship presented by Coca-Cola by two shots. “It’s very humbling and I’m very grateful,” she...
Man must pay $26K for ‘tampering’ with Sleeping Bear Dunes river
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — A West Michigan man must serve five years of probation and pay $26,300 in restitution and court costs after being convicted of tampering with the Platte River at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore two years ago. Andrew B. Howard was sentenced Tuesday by U.S....
Frankfort man banned from national parks, must pay $26,000 for dredging the Platte River
Andrew Blair Howard, 63, of Sparta and Frankfort, was sentenced to probation and ordered to pay thousands in restitution for illegally dredging the Platte River. Howard was sentenced to 60 months’ probation and ordered to pay $22,472.22 in total restitution to the National Park Service and U.S. Coast Guard, along with $3,947.71 in costs related to the court proceedings. U.S. Magistrate Judge Ray Kent further banned Mr. Howard as a term of his probation from being on National Park Service property, including Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The government did not seek a sentence of imprisonment. “Mr. Howard had a policy dispute with the National Park Service over whether to dredge the Platte River. Reasonable people can disagree on the best course of action, but Congress gave NPS the power to decide. While Mr. Howard had the right to disagree and advocate for his position, he did not have the right to take the law into his own hands and force his favored result. Doing so was a misdemeanor, and this sentence holds Mr. Howard accountable for his offense,” said U.S. Attorney Mark Totten.
New farmers market in Cadillac to benefit veterans
A new farmers market that benefits local veterans has just opened up in Cadillac. The Veterans Serving Veterans farmers market features fruits, veggies, flowers, plants, handmade goods, baked goods and much more. Local Air Force and Army veteran Roger Bandeen - who also serves as and the director of Veterans Serving Veterans - said the market evolved after people suggested they started holding one on Saturdays at their pavilion at the park. He said that so far, turnout has been good, and they hope it continues to grow as the word gets out.
Scottville Police Department news, posted June 27, 2024
The following is recent activity of the Scottville Police Department:. 9:43 a.m., malicious destruction of property, 300 block of West Beryl Street, City of Scottville. 2:09 p.m., stray dog, 200 block of West Broadway Avenue, City of Scottville. 2:48 p.m., ordinance violation — inoperable vehicle, 300 black of Maple Avenue,...
Interlochen man dies from drowning in Manistee River
MANISTEE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- An Interlochen man died from drowning after he fell into the Manistee River on Tuesday, according to the Manistee County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Brian Gutowski said the drowning occurred at 5:50 p.m. Tuesday, just downstream of the Hodenpyl Dam. Sheriff Gutowski said a witness saw...
Michigan man, 53, drowns while fishing near dam in Manistee River
MANISTEE COUNTY, MI – A Michigan man drowned while fishing in the Manistee River on Tuesday. The Manistee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident, which occurred downstream from the Hodenpyl Dam at 5:50 p.m. Deputies say 53-year-old Todd Marshall of Interlochen was fishing when he fell in the water and began to struggle before submerging.
Fisherman drowns in Manistee River downstream from Hodenpyl Dam
MANISTEE, Mich. — A 53-year-old fisherman is dead from an apparent drowning Tuesday the Manistee County Sheriff's Office said. The man, identified as Todd Marshall of Interlochen, was fishing the Manistee River just downstream of the Hodenpyl Dam around 5:50 p.m. Tuesday. Witnesses told deputies the man fell into...
Interlochen man drowns in the Manistee River while fishing
MANISTEE COUNTY — A man died after falling into the water without a lifejacket, the Manistee County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies were called to the scene on the Manistee River, downstream from Hodenpyl Dam, around 6 p.m. Tuesday. They said Todd Marshall of Interlochen fell in while fishing and went under. The Sheriff’s Office, Dickson Township Fire Department, DNR officers and a drone from the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Department of Public Safety all aided in the search. Marshall was eventually found in the water by the DNR boat. Life-saving measures were attempted, but deputies said the man couldn’t be saved.
Michigan Triathlon Club of Northern Michigan to preview Ironman course
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY — Ahead of the Ironman 70.3 race in Frankfort, the Michigan Triathlon Club of Northern Michigan is offering a course preview ride this weekend for runners. For triathletes who wish to continue on with the workout, the club also is inviting athletes to join the Mi-Tri club for a brick workout previewing the runners’ course. Emili Jackson, event coordinator for the Mi-Tri Club, explained what the partnership with Ironman means to them: “It means a great deal to us to have this race here. Ironman is a worldwide organization. I’m not sure if a lot of people...
'It's a constant conversation': Conductor Delyana Lazarova on WYSO and learning Brahms
Conductor Delyana Lazarova views herself as a musician among peers. Her work is built on collaboration, openness, and a keen sensitivity to an orchestra's unique sound and character. She is globally admired for her skill in communicating musical nuances to an ensemble and fostering an environment where music can flourish naturally.
Man Sentenced For Damaging Beaches At Sleepy Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Mark Totten today announced that Andrew Blair Howard, 63, of Sparta and Frankfort, Michigan, was sentenced to 60 months’ probation and ordered to pay $22,472.22 in total restitution to the National Park Service and U.S. Coast Guard, along with $3,947.71 in costs related to the court proceedings.
Georgia’s Jessica Welch maintains lead through Round 2 in Michigan PGA Women’s Open at Crystal Mountain
THOMPSONVILLE – Jessica Welch has held the lead heading into the final round before, but never by as many as six shots. “That will be a new experience, but it’s not a bad thing,” said the 30-year-old LPGA Epson Tour player who was atop the leaderboard after the second round of the 31st Michigan PGA Women’s Open presented by Coca-Cola at Crystal Mountain Tuesday.
Robert Maidens, 90
Robert Charles Maidens, 90, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024. He was born in Manistee, Michigan on March 9, 1930. Robert was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Inez Rose (Monnot) Maidens; his daughter, Roxanne Kahn; grandchild, Patrick Norman Morgan; and great-grandchild, Marilyn Rose Kahn. He...
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