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Reed City Police: Weekly Blotter (7/8 - 7/14)
An officer responded to a call reporting a bike that was found at an empty lot. The bike was collected and secured. If you are missing a bicycle, please contact the Reed City Police Department to identify and claim. An officer took a report of an individual who had been...
Crews looking for missing person in Lake Michigan near Muskegon channel
MUSEKGON, MI -- Rescue crews are searching Lake Michigan near the Muskegon channel for a person reportedly in the water. Crews were called about 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 18 to an area just north of the channel. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
Explore with Eric: The legendary Tasty Treat in Lake City
LAKE CITY — No visit to Missaukee County would be complete without paying a visit to a staple of the Lake City community, Tasty Treat, home of the largest cones in the north. On a hot summer day, nothing beats their delicious ice cream, but what many visitors may...
Adjustments made for Chain of Lakes Poker Run due to high lake levels
ARCHER LAKE, MI (WTVB) – The high water on local lakes following the recent heavy rainfalls has caused organizers of Sunday’s annual Chain of Lakes Poker Run to make some adjustments. One of the organizers is Angie DeMercurio and she says you don’t need a boat to take...
Mecosta County man who saved 2-year-old receives prestigious award
MECOSTA COUNTY - A Barryton Man received a Lifesaving Award on Thursday from the Mecosta County Sheriff’s Department. Michael Huffman of Mecosta County saved a 2-year-old girl after he found her in a body of water on his property. He resuscitated the girl and saved her life. He said, “My dog barked, another kid in my pond kind of just was shocked to see him in there. Shocked to see the girl in there.” Huffman acted quickly, and he thanked his connections to first response teams. “My father was in rescue and fire, and a lot of friends. ... I was in fire department for a few years, so I got a little bit of background,” he said.
Grand Valley State school year in review: Top 5 GVSU stories
ALLENDALE - Fans stormed the field as they rushed to celebrate with the Grand Valley State University football team after a huge playoff win over rival Ferris State University. “It feels great,” GVSU receiver Darrell Johnson said. “Especially after losing in 2021 and 2022 in the playoffs. To get revenge...
Gotion Inc. supports Manna Pantry of Big Rapids with $5,000 donation
Manna Pantry of Big Rapids has received a $5,000 donation from Gotion Inc. to help working parents in Mecosta and Osceola counties with needed food items for their children. Chuck Thelen, vice president of Gotion Inc. – North American Manufacturing, said the monetary gift is part of Gotion’s ongoing commitment to donate to nonprofit organizations in the area that keep people safe, help those in need, and protect the environment.
Temperatures trending slightly above average to end July
After thunderstorms brought cooler temperatures to Michigan this week, how long will they last?. Much of Michigan is currently experiencing a brief respite from hot temperatures over the weekend after a Monday night storm helped usher in slightly cooler temperatures to Michigan. Big Rapids saw temperatures 75 degrees on Wednesday,...
Meeks Homecoming music festival set for Aug. 3
IDLEWILD — Music enthusiasts from across the region are gearing up for the 11th annual Meeks Homecoming Idlewild Jazz and Blues Festival. It is scheduled for noon Saturday, Aug. 3, at Yates Township Hall, 6437 S. Nelson Road, Idlewild. This event will feature a day filled with live performances,...
Charter Revision Committee launches charter review
BIG RAPIDS — Residents of Big Rapids voted to approve the city’s charter revision in the November 2023 election, marking the beginning of a comprehensive review and update of the city’s governing document. A nine-member Charter Revision Committee has taken on the task of reviewing the entire...
Marion woman's life turned upside down by fungal infections
MARION — On Thursday, Courtney Cirone was feeling very much under the weather and she is pretty sure she knows why. Cirone, 42, a few years ago was diagnosed with two fungal infections — blastomycosis and histoplasmosis — following the death of her cat, Diesel, who also was infected.
Christmas in July to raise money to buy gifts for local family
MANTON — The Colfax-Greenwood Fire Department will be rolling out the welcome mat on July 27 for the annual Christmas in July fundraiser. Fourth-generation firefighter Alex Tidey and his wife, Rachel, about four years ago thought of the idea of creating an event to raise money to buy Christmas gifts for a local family in need.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Library millage renewal crucial for Reed City services
I hope that all registered voters in the city of Reed City, Richmond Township, and Lincoln Township are aware that the millage for the Reed City Area District Library is expiring. The Board of Directors has placed a millage renewal on the Aug. 6 primary ballot. The Board is not asking for an increase, and this funding is critical. Without this revenue, the library may very well be forced to close.
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