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Judge Michael J. Baumgartner presided in 34th Circuit Court, Roscommon, May 21: Shauna L. Blackmun, 33, Prudenville, stood mute to three counts of probation violation and a hearing was scheduled. Leslie D. Goff, 42, Burton, pleaded guilty to impaired driving, third offense (as amended) and was scheduled to be sentenced. A charge of driving withWith an upcoming millage election Tuesday, Lake Township Fire Department Chief Scott Wrzesinski wants voters in the township to be aware of the millage’s importance to the department. The department’s current operations millage expired in December and the proposed millage would be its replacement, with a bump to 1.4208 mills from the current 0.9208 millsCOPPER KETTLEOpen to the public Jan. 12, Copper Kettle Distilling Co., 939 West Houghton Lake Dr. (M-55), Prudenville, features distilled spirits and food. Pictured at left is one of three stills. Owner Tom Smolinski said it makes rum and the other two make whiskey, vodka and gin. Rum-based liqueurs (cherry cobbler, apple cobbler and peachIt Happened. February 01, 2024. It Ha... You must be an online subscriber to view this content.Obituary Sharon Jane Kemp, 71, of Houghton Lake passed away on Friday May 19, 2023 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Sharon was born on June 23, 1951 in Lansing, Michigan to Robert and Joy 00097188. 2-bedroom manufactured home, Higgins Lake, $895 a month, wooded lot, (989)366-3500. New For Rent. James 'Jim,' 'Johnny' Cherven. March 14, 2024. James "Jim," "Johnny" Cherven, 68, died Feb. 16, 2024, in Jensen Beach, FL. He had been diagnosed with cancer just over a month earlier and was surrounded by family at the time of his death. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.Ruth Margaret Martin, 90, Houghton Lake, died Dec. 6, 2023, in Marion. A service was held Dec. 11, at Christler Funeral Home, Houghton Lake Chapel, with the Rev. Kevin Harbin officiating. Interment was in Roscommon Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Munson Hospice. She was born July 13, 1933, in Midland, to GlenREVEAL(Above) Houghton Lake Global Methodist Church Pastor Kevin Harbin (center) led a reveal party for the church's new sign Saturday. As of July 1 the former Houghton Lake United Methodist Church became and will be known into the future as Houghton Lake Global Methodist Church. In recognition of the change, a "reveal party" was heldLOOK AT THATAtticus VanWormer, dressed as a witch, marvels at the treats handed out by Fifth Street Market owner John Bennick. Also pictured is VanWormer’s grandma, Rhonda Hutek. MONSTERS IN THE VILLAGEDressed as Monsters, Inc., characters were (left to right) Up North Candle Depot owners Kurt and Monika Kehoe …Melvin C. Ward Jr., 80, Houghton Lake, died Nov. 5, 2017. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Dec. 19 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, Prudenville, followed by a luncheon at the Houghton-Higgins Lake Elks Lodge. He was born Dec. 8, 1936, in De­troit to Melvin and FrancesFamily and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Roger Leroy Hose of Houghton Lake, Michigan, who passed away at the age of 85, on October 6, 2023. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. He was predeceased by : his parents, Winfield Hose and Estella Hose (Whipple); his wife Nancy Carol Hose; and ...Call us. (989) 366-5341 E-mail us. [email protected] Write to us. P. O. Box 248, Houghton Lake, MI 48629. Visit us. Houghton Lake Office: 4049 West Houghton Lake Dr., Houghton Lake Our office is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. toMary L. Stuck Obituary. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Mary L. Stuck of Houghton Lake, Michigan, who passed away on February 16, 2024, at the age of 96, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary L. Stuck to show support. Barbara Sue Feighner, 65, Houston, TX, died Dec. 10, 2023, at home with her husband and sister by her side following a year-long battle with glioblastoma. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held Jan. 20, at 1 p.m., at Houghton Lake Global Methodist Church. Born Aug. 23, 1958, in Jackson, she. Ruth Margaret Martin, 90, Houghton Lake, died Dec. 6, 2023, in Marion. A service was held Dec. 11, at Christler Funeral Home, Houghton Lake Chapel, with the Rev. Kevin Harbin officiating. Interment was in Roscommon Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Munson Hospice. She was born July 13, 1933, in Midland, to GlenWRESTLING AT A 'HIGHER LEVEL'Mason Hodnett will be representing the Bucks at the March 1-2 Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 4 Individual Wrestling Finals. As a freshman, this will be Hodnett's first time at the state finals and he is looking forward to wrestling at a "higher level." \b(Photo by Krista Tacey-Cater) By KristaBarbara Sue Feighner, 65, Houston, TX, died Dec. 10, 2023, at home with her husband and sister by her side following a year-long battle with glioblastoma. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held Jan. 20, at 1 p.m., at Houghton Lake Global Methodist Church. Born Aug. 23, 1958, in Jackson, [email protected]. 4049 West Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake, MI 48629.The Lake Level Control Structure. The lake level control structure (LLCS) is located on a tributary that emerges from North Bay Houghton Lake. It was constructed in 1938 to replace a logging-era wooden structure. The LLCS is built with concrete abutments, wing walls and concrete piers to form six bays which water flows through.Scott Lee Harding, 55, Lansing and Houghton Lake, died June 6, 2021, at Mid-Michigan Hospital in Midland. A private service will be held. Christler Funeral Home, Houghton Lake Chapel, handled arrangements. He was born Jan. 14, 1966, in Owosso, to Richard and Barbara (Hughes) Harding. He grew up in the Corunna area where he212 E. Maple Street, PO Box 67. McBain, MI 49657. Tel: 1-231-825-2361. Search Holdship Family Funeral Home obituaries in Cadillac, Marion, Manton, Prudenville, Houghton Lake, Lake City, and McBain MI. Find a tribute for a loved one by searching our Michigan obituaries.Melvin C. Ward Jr., 80, Houghton Lake, died Nov. 5, 2017. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Dec. 19 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, Prudenville, followed by a luncheon at the Houghton-Higgins Lake Elks Lodge. He was born Dec. 8, 1936, in De­troit to Melvin and FrancesRobert Frank Arnold, 85, Merritt, died Jan. 24, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family. A memorial service was conducted Saturday, Jan. 27, at St. John Lutheran Church, Houghton Lake, with the Rev. Paul Kruse officiating. Visitation was held at the church Saturday, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Christler Funeral

February 29, 2024. Priscilla Jean Boyd-Thompson, 83, Roscommon, died Feb. 24, 2024, in Grayling, in the presence and comfort of her family. Her family has chosen to remember her privately at this time. Born March 11, 1940, in Waterford, she was the daughter of Jack and Clara (Jackson) Boyd. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends ...December 14, 2023. Harvey "Leon" Syckle passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at his home at Riverside Place in Midland, Michigan at 102 years of age. He was born on September 24, 1921 in El Reno, Oklahoma to the late Harvey and Esther Syckle where they were traveling. Leon grew up in Midland and married Frances Foster on January 1, 1942.Kenneth M. Lesner, 40, Houghton Lake, died March 31, 2004, at his home. A memorial service will be held April 5 at 11 a.m. at Christler Funeral Home-Houghton Lake Chapel, with the Rev. Joe Robertson officiating. Entombment will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Southfield. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Helping HandsBy Cheryl Holladay New homeowner Madison Shamel of Houghton Lake welcomed guests Sept. 14 as she took part in a home dedication ceremony hosted by Roscommon County Habitat for Humanity. Shamel now owns the latest build, 3686 Towerhill Rd., Houghton Lake, Roscommon County Habitat for Humanity's 59th home since it was founded Feb. 14, 1990.EMS Salute 2024. February 08, 2024. ... You must be an online subscriber to view this content. Please login below or subscribe to the Houghton Lake Resorter to view this article. Username. Password. Remember Me. Forgot Password.

Athletes from both Houghton Lake and Roscommon had successful showings at the 15-team Rathbun Invitational in Cadillac April 19. The Bobcats were led by junior Kane Graham, who took first in the long jump and second in the 100m dash. Senior Liz Simpson led the Bobcat girls with a second in the high jump. TheTwo Sanford residents were injured in a two-vehicle crash that occurred on West Higgins Lake Drive at the intersection of Old 27 Aug. 27. According to a Michigan State Police report, a vehicle driven by a 53-year-old woman from Williamston was westbound at about 6:30 p.m. and approached the intersection. She told troopers that she…

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