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Article: LAKE MICHIGAN FERRY TO UPGRADE.(METRO)

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February 21, 2005
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MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Lake Express high-speed ferry, which began service last year across Lake Michigan between Milwaukee and Muskegon, Mich., says it will upgrade its premier-class cabin for top-paying passengers when service resumes this spring.

Lake Express LLC President Ken Szallai said the company will also add food service and souvenir counters in the Milwaukee and Muskegon terminals, new entertainment offerings for on-board video screens and top-deck seating for passengers who enjoy the feel of a 40-mph wind in their faces.

The ferry is to start its second season May 14, with three round trips daily through Oct. 2 and two round trips daily from ...

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