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Howard City History

The Full Story

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Discover Montcalm Podcast

By Duane Weed

Duane Weed has been a visual storyteller since 1984.  As host and producer Duane will cover topics of interest within Montcalm County. Since beginning his career in 1983 when he graduated from then Ferris State College to now.  Duane has produced so many videos for businesses, organizations, schools and individuals he is prompted to launch the Discover Montcalm Podcast and share with everyone.

Podcasts

Ralph Hauenstein
Reynolds Township Supervisor

Episode 13

Ralph Hauenstein 1970 to 2004 Reynolds Township Supervisor shares his story of moving to the area and all that happened in Montcalm County.

Margaret Krebs
100 years of history

Episode 6

100 years of history with Margaret Krebs - Discover Montcalm episode 6

S. Michael Scott
Growing up in Montcalm County

Episode 9

Mike Scott a lifetime resident of Howard City, retired village council member and currently sits on the board of the Montcalm County Road Commission.  Mike joined Duane to finish an interview Duane started in 2018 updating his story.  See below for the rest of the story.

Ron Baker
Montcalm County Commissioner

Episode 16

Ron Baker has served as a commissioner for Montcalm County since January 14, 1998. Ron serves as the Chairman of the Collective Bargaining Committee and on the following committees: ASCET Board of Directors alternate, Brownfield Authority, Commission on Aging Executive Board, MTA Representative as an alternate, and Winfield Lake.

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