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2022 4th of July Boat Parade

7/4/2022

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This year we had 9 boats participating in the boat parade!  There were also a couple others decorated, but not participating.
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1st place went to "Back to the 80's" presented by K Reynolds family.


​2nd place:  RD TRIPN Woodstock presented by the Richter family.
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​3rd place:  Space Jam presented by the Boonstra family.

​4th place:  Splish Splash presented by the Schultz family.
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5th Cheese Burger in Paradise presented by the Younker family.
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​6th place:  Jurassic Park presented by the Paul and Amanda.
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​7th place:  Cow in the Roof presented by ? family.
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​8th place:  USA pulling an eagle float presented by the Morgan family.

​9th place:  USA theme presented by the Brian Blackman family.
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Thank you everyone for another great
​boat parade!!!
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Edgar Bergan, America's Most Famous Ventriloquist, Lived in Decatur, Michigan

6/29/2022

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By John Robinson  Published March 4, 2022        99.1 WFMK.com
https://99wfmk.com/edgar-bergen-in-decatur-michigan/ ​
Ever been to the Michigan town of Decatur? It’s one of our towns where another popular entertainer lived.
It’s a stretch to think today’s generation would know who Candice Bergen is…..aside from a good many movie roles, she’s most recognized as the star of the CBS television program “Murphy Brown” from 1988-1998.
Well, it’s not her I’m referring to.
It’s even a BIGGER stretch to fathom that anyone from today’s generation would know her father, Edgar Bergen, one of America’s most popular, and probably THE most popular ventriloquist of all time.
He began his career in vaudeville and some films in the early 1930s, but it was after a radio appearance on Rudy Vallee’s program in 1936 when his profession took a must-needed boost. Because of this successful appearance, Bergen and his dummies - Charlie McCarthy, Mortimer Snerd, and Effie Klinker - were instantly hired for another radio show, “The Chase & Sanborn Hour” which lasted from 1937 to 1956. During his gig on the show, Charlie McCarthy’s on-air feuds with comedian W.C. Fields made the show even more popular. After the show left the air, Bergen appeared as a guest on television shows and a few minor film roles until his death in 1978 at the age of 75.
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Born in Chicago in 1903, the family moved to Decatur, Michigan (in Van Buren County) not long after his birth. Many bios state he was born in Decatur but that’s not the case. There is a restaurant in Decatur – the Hard Times Family Restaurant – that is decorated with numerous mementos of Bergen’s career. The walls are full of memorabilia and collectables – even Carbon-copy dummies of Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd. There’s even a menu item named after him – the Edgar Bergen Burger.
However, Bergen did not grow up in Decatur. His family moved again when he was only four years old. But that doesn’t stop Decatur from immortalizing him even further; one of the town streets is named Edgar Bergen Boulevard.
Even though he only spent his first four years in Decatur, Edgar had feelings for the town, as he paid it one last visit in 1976, two years before he passed away in 1978.
One last thing: Edgar Bergen was unfairly criticized for moving his lips when he made his dummies talk, and I'll tell you why it's unfair. In the early stages of his showbiz career, Bergen was an excellent ventriloquist and definitely made his dummies 'talk' without moving his lips.....however, once he appeared on radio, there was no need to keep his lips still. The audience couldn't see, right? So throughout his two-decade radio career he got used to moving his lips. During that time he appeared in films, and his lip movement had become noticeable. And it remained that way until he passed.
Take a look at the gallery below for some pics of Bergen and vintage shots of Decatur as it looked during Bergen's early life.


Read More: America's Most Famous Ventriloquist Was from This Michigan Town | https://99wfmk.com/edgar-bergen-in-decatur-michigan/?utm_source=tsmclip&utm_medium=referral
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July 4th Fireworks will be on July 3

6/16/2022

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This year's July 4 fireworks will be held on July 3 at dusk. Enjoy!
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

12/18/2021

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Have a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving

11/25/2021

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Ryan Ahrens PWC Jetski Removal Service

10/21/2021

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Ryan Ahrens
Phone : 269 615 8745 
Email : ryanjahrens5@gmail.com

Text, call or email with information.
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The most BOOtiful display on our lake

10/11/2021

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Mudsnails

9/8/2021

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There has been a sighting of these snails in our lake. Read this article for information.
New Zealand Mudsnail
(​Potamopyrgus antipodarum)
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LABOR DAY

9/6/2021

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Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers.  Have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day.
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Tips for identifying and avoiding harmful algal blooms

8/25/2021

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From Michigan Department of Health and Human ServicesJuly 27, 2021
MDHHS CONTACT: Chelsea Wuth, 517-241-2112
MDARD CONTACT: Jennifer Holton, 517-284-5724
EGLE CONTACT: Hugh McDiarmid Jr., 517-230-7724
LANSING, Mich. - If you or your family are living near or visiting Michigan waters in summer or fall months it is important to be aware of the potential for harmful algal blooms (HABs).
HABs form due to a rapid overgrowth or bloom of cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae. Cyanobacteria are naturally present in lakes, rivers and ponds. Unfortunately, some cyanobacteria produce toxins, called cyanotoxins, that can be present in cyanobacterial blooms, which at higher levels can be harmful to people and animals.
HABs usually occur in Michigan May through October, most commonly in August and September. The occurrence of cyanobacteria and their toxins has been confirmed in lakes across Michigan in previous years, and elevated toxin levels have been documented in a small percentage of Michigan lakes. During 2020, 61 HABs in 35 Michigan counties were reported to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).
"Before going in the water, we recommend Michiganders look for visible algal blooms or scums on any lake, and that people and pets stay out of water in areas that look affected," said Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, chief medical executive and chief deputy for health for Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. "If you may have had contact with or swallowed water with a HAB and feel sick, call your doctor or Poison Control at 800-222-1222. If symptoms are severe, seek emergency medical attention as soon as possible."
What does a HAB look like?
HABs can look like algal scums or mats, spilled paint or pea soup, or colored streaks on the water's surface. Visit the HAB Picture Guide for examples of HABs and other algae and plants.
Blooms may last for days or sometimes weeks. Blooms can change in size, toxicity and location within the same day. They also may disappear on a waterbody, but then form at a later time.
What should people do if they think they have found a HAB?
Consult the HAB Picture Guide for examples of HABs and compare your sighting to other algae and plants found in lakes.
If you suspect you have found a HAB or have any suspicion:
  • Do not let people, pets or livestock in the water or near the shore in affected areas.
  • Unless the bloom covers a large part of the lake, you can still use any part of the lake that is not affected.
  • Always rinse off people and pets after contact with any lake water.
  • If there is a posted HAB advisory or closing, follow its instructions.
  • Report suspected HABs to EGLE by e-mailing AlgaeBloom@Michigan.gov or calling 800-662-9278. If possible, include pictures of the suspected HAB.
What are the symptoms of HAB exposure?
Breathing in or swallowing water containing HABs and their toxins may cause the following symptoms: runny eyes or nose, asthma-like symptoms, stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, numbness, headaches, dizziness or difficulty breathing. Skin contact can cause rashes, blisters and hives.
Should residents be concerned about threats to animal health?
Animals, especially dogs, can become ill or die after contact with HABs. Signs of illness can include vomiting, diarrhea, staggered walking and convulsions. Preventative measures for dogs include keeping them out of the water wherever surface scums or discolored water are visible, bringing along clean, fresh water for them to drink and rinsing them off after contact with any lake water. If a pet or livestock animal becomes sick after contact with water that may have a HAB, contact a veterinarian right away.
Illness in an animal due to exposure to a HAB is reportable to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). Cases can be reported by submitting a Reportable Disease Form, located at Michigan.gov/dvmresources under "Reportable Diseases," or by calling 800-292-3939 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
What can people do to help prevent HABs from occurring?
Michigan residents should learn about nutrient pollution, such as excess nitrogen and phosphorus, to reduce and prevent HABs. Excess nutrients may come from detergents, sewers, fertilizers and malfunctioned septic systems.
Michiganders can decrease nutrients getting into the water by:
  • Using phosphate-free detergents.
  • Disposing of pet waste properly.
  • Applying fertilizer only when necessary and applying the recommended amount according to label instructions. A buffer should be left when applying fertilizer near a lake or stream.
  • Promoting the use of natural shoreline (as opposed to hardened shoreline) including growing native vegetation along the water's edge.
  • Joining a local organization or like-minded residents to develop or update a watershed management plan (WMP) if one does not already exist or is out-of-date. A WMP identifies pollutants that are causing water quality problems, the sources of those pollutants and recommends actions that can be taken to reduce pollutant inputs into surface waters.  
Contacts for HAB questions
  • More information on health effects, causes, and reports on the occurrence of HABs in Michigan lakes can be found at Michigan.gov/habs.
  • For more information on HABs and your health, contact MDHHS at 800-648-6942.
  • For more information on HABs and pets and livestock, contact MDARD at 800-292-3939.
  • For more information on HABs and the environment, contact EGLE at 800-662-9278.
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