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Former Free Soil School demolished after standing more than a century

June 29, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FREE SOIL — The former Free Soil School building, which educated generations of northern Mason County students for nearly a century, was demolished Monday as residents gathered to witness the end of one of the village’s most recognizable landmarks. Former Village President Dave Morley, Dave Hasenbank, Michael and Sherry Hasenbank, Free Soil/Meade Fire Chief Vince Williams…

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Crash involving semi seriously injures Fountain woman

June 29, 2026

AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 75-year-old Fountain woman was seriously injured Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of US 10-31 and Stiles Road. Emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene at 1:44 p.m. The crash involved a westbound semi-truck hauling a trailer on US 10-31 and a southbound Toyota SUV on Stiles Road. According to Mason County Sheriff’s…

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Scottville Clown Band Patriotic Concert to feature LHS Jazz Band, honor veterans

June 29, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Scottville Clown Band will hold its annual Patriotic Concert on Tuesday, June 30, at the Waterfront Park pavilion. This year’s performance will feature the Ludington High School Jazz Band as the opening act. In honor of the nation’s semiquincentennial, veterans also will be recognized during the program. Donations will be collected during the concert, with all proceeds…

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Employment: Special Education Teacher – SXI/SCI

June 29, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Teacher – SXI/SCI.  Bachelor’s degree and valid teacher certification with special education endorsement or ability to obtain temporary approval required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org.  Send cover letter, resume and credentials to:  Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US…

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Employment: STEM Specialist

June 29, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an Educational STEM Specialist.  Bachelor’s degree and valid teacher certification required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org.  Send cover letter, resume and credentials to:  Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until filled.  The…

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