Stories By Amy Yonkman
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History
/ 5 months agoWhite Lake History – When Winter Closed the Lake
Before snowplows, central heat, or reliable winter travel, December marked a turning point in life along White Lake. As winter set...
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Opinion
/ 5 months agoWild Animal Facts: The Hawksbill Sea Turtle
Each week, CatchMark Community features a Wild Animal Fact from Montague native Seth Simon, the creator of the popular bite-sized wildlife series. Seth...
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Community
/ 5 months agoWinter Salting Tips
Keeping White Lake Safe Without Overdoing It Winter in the White Lake area brings beautiful snow-covered views — and the familiar...
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Latest News
/ 5 months agoCity of Montague Council Recap: December 15, 2025
The Montague City Council met Monday, December 15, 2025, for its regular meeting, followed immediately by a work session. The meeting...
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Arts/Entertainment
/ 5 months agoWhitehall & Montague Live Music Lineup: December 15–21, 2025
It’s another busy week for live music in the White Lake area! Eight local Whitehall and Montague venues are listing shows,...
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Community
/ 5 months agoSnowplows at Work—Give Them Space to Save Lives
When winter storms roll through West Michigan, most of us focus on clearing our driveways, warming our cars, and getting safely...
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Community
/ 5 months agoWhite Lake Winter: Safe Snow Shoveling Tips
Winter wasted no time settling into the White Lake Area. Montague, Whitehall, and the communities tucked around our lakes and dunes...
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Latest News
/ 5 months agoCatchMark Community Weekly Recap: White Lake Highlights
As winter settles into the White Lake area, this week brought important local updates, community voices, and seasonal safety reminders —...
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History
/ 5 months agoWhitehall Rises: The Making of a Lakeside City
In this week’s Trivia Tuesday, we asked: When did Whitehall officially become a city? The answer is 1942 — a moment...
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Community
/ 5 months agoHunters and Anglers: Ice Fishing Safety Tips for 2025
As winter settles in and temperatures drop, many anglers look forward to heading out on the ice to enjoy the unique...