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New state cellphone law mirrors policies already in place at most area schools

August 27, 2026

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief New bipartisan state law limits student cellphone use in public schools Students at public schools across Mason and Oceana counties begin the school year Tuesday, Sept. 8. When they return to class, a…

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Filer Credit Union partnership offers half-price admission to White Pine Village, maritime museum

August 26, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Mason County Historical Society, in partnership with Filer Credit Union, is launching the Community Access Program, a new initiative designed to make local history more affordable and accessible while supporting the preservation of Mason County’s museums and historic resources. Through the program, Filer Credit Union members will receive 50% off general admission to Historic White Pine Village…

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Facebook changes highlight importance of MCP, OCP Daily Briefing

August 26, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are strongly encouraging readers to subscribe to the MCP/OCP Daily Briefing as Facebook considers changes that could make it more difficult — and potentially expensive — for publishers and other organizations to share links with their followers. The Daily Briefing provides subscribers with MCP and OCP headlines delivered directly…

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National Railroad Museum traces 70 years of preserving rail history

August 26, 2026

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Mason County Historical Society By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief GREEN BAY, Wis. — One of the interesting things about traveling through Wisconsin is the opportunity to explore museums dedicated to the industries that shaped the Great Lakes region. On Saturday, Aug. 22, I visited the National Railroad Museum…

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Public Notice: Mason County Rural Fire Authority seeks at-large board member

August 26, 2026

The Mason County Rural Fire Authority is accepting letters of interest for an at-large position on its board. The member will represent all 16 jurisdictions served by the authority. The three-year term begins Jan. 1, 2027. Applicants must live in the city of Scottville; the villages of Custer, Fountain or Free Soil; or Amber, Branch, Custer, Eden, Free Soil, Grant,…

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