How to Stop getting Facebook Notifications from Close Friends

I recently saw a facebook popup to "Star" some friends to indicate they're close.

I didn't realize that i'd get a notification for every single post they made. WOW. 

Here's how to turn off notifications:

• Log into facebook
• Now on the left click down to view your lists! You can use this link if you want >>>  https://www.facebook.com/bookmarks/lists

Click the notifications button and turn them OFF.