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James C. Grannell

James C. Grannell, 90, formerly of Benton Harbor, passed away, Saturday, March 28, 2020 at Thurston Woods Nursing Home in Sturgis, Michigan. Private family services were held, with a public Celebration of Life Service to be announced

State Launches COVID-19 Volunteer Website

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Michigan has launched a website for people to volunteer to help out in their communities as the COVID-19 crisis continues. They’re seeking medical professionals as well as residents who just want to contribute. The office of Governor

DNR Reduces Amenities At State Parks

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The Michigan Department Of Natural Resources has announced some changes at state parks due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The parks remain open, but some amenities have been closed. The DNR has released the following statement: To help

Pokagons Extend Closure Of Four Winds Casinos

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The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi has announced that the closure of Four Winds Casino locations have been extended indefinitely. The Pokagons have released the following statement: “In consideration of requests from both Michigan and Indiana state governments

Humane Society Seeking Funds, Supplies

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With many Michiganders sheltering in place due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan is looking for some extra help. It says shelter life has been rough during the pandemic, and its animals need

State Tax Filing Deadline Delayed

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The deadline for filing state tax returns have been pushed back to July. The office of Governor Gretchen Whitmer has released the following statement: Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-26, which pushes all April 2020

Upton Speaks In Favor Of Stimulus Bill

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Congressman Fred Upton took to the U.S. House floor on Friday to urge his colleagues to approve the COVID-19 stimulus bill. The $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security, or CARES, Act would send checks of