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Pavement marking project begins on north county roads Thursday

June 3, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — Motorists traveling on roads in the northern half of Mason County should expect fresh pavement markings beginning Thursday, June 4, as the Mason County Road Commission undertakes a countywide striping project. According to the Mason County Road Commission, numerous county primary and local roads between US-10 and Countyline Road will receive new yellow centerlines. Primary roads will also…

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Mason-Lake Adult Education Class of 2026

June 3, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  SCOTTVILLE — The Mason-Lake Adult Education Program held its 2026 graduation Friday, May 29th in the A.O. Carlson at Mason County Central High School. This year’s program had 11 graduates. They include, pictured, from left: Tim Genson, program director, Anthony Rollins, Tatyana Dukes,…

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Shelby State Bank celebrating 95 years

June 3, 2026

SHELBY — Shelby State Bank is celebrating 95 years of serving families, businesses and organizations across west Michigan. Founded in 1931, the community bank says it has remained committed to personal service, local decision-making and supporting the communities it serves throughout its nearly century-long history. Over the years, Shelby State Bank has expanded alongside the communities it serves while continuing…

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Recent births, published June 3, 2026

June 3, 2026

The following births have been reported: Carson John Kacynski, the son of Samantha and Nicholas Kacynski of Scottville, was born on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. RaiLynn Rose Trim, the daughter of Raina and Collin Trim of Scottville, was born on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births List of 2025 births  …

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Candice Elise/Robert F. Deegan return to Ludington port

June 2, 2026

This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Manistee Harbor Tours, operator of the Princess of Manistee. Book your cruise at www.manisteeharbortours.com. Story and photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The tug Candice Elise and barge Robert F. Deegan arrived in Ludington Harbor Tuesday afternoon en route to the OxyChem terminal on Pere Marquette Lake. The tug/barge combination is a…

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