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Bryant Road to close Thursday for paving project

September 15, 2026

LUDINGTON — Bryant Road will be closed to through traffic beginning Thursday, Sept. 17, as contractors begin a three-day reconstruction and paving project. Work will take place on Bryant Road between Washington and Rath avenues. Traffic will be detoured using Tinkham Avenue. Contractors are scheduled to begin milling the roadway Thursday, followed by manhole adjustments Friday. Paving is planned for…

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Chamber to host candidate meet and greet Oct. 6

September 15, 2026

LUDINGTON — Mason County voters will have an opportunity to meet candidates seeking federal, state and local offices during a Candidate Meet and Greet Tuesday, Oct. 6 at Harbor View Marina, 400 S. Rath Ave. The event, hosted by the Chamber Alliance of Mason County, will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and will feature candidates in contested races…

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Portion of South James Street to close Wednesday for special event

September 15, 2026

LUDINGTON — A portion of South James Street will be closed Wednesday, Sept. 16, for a special event celebrating the 80th anniversary of Brill Company. The City of Ludington announced that South James Street between Dowland Street and Maritime Drive will be closed from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The closure will apply to motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians. On-street parking…

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Gun show to benefit Free Soil alumni association

September 15, 2026

FREE SOIL — The Free Soil Community School Alumni Association will host a gun and knife show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 27 at the Free Soil Community Center, 8480 N. Democrat St. Admission is $5 for adults; $4 for seniors and veterans; children are free. Proceeds benefit the alumni association. ______________________ Please Support Local News…

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Obituary: Freddie Ray Parker, 81, of Ludington

September 15, 2026

Freddie Ray Parker, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, at the age of 81. Surrounded by family, he grew his wings in the comfort of his home, beside his loving wife of 63 years, Shirley Parker. Fred’s journey began on Jan. 11, 1945, in Reed City where Ada and Floyd welcomed…

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