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Friends of the Pool to host WSCC open swim

April 5, 2024

VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Friends of the Pool will host a free open swim for families on Saturday, April 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the West Shore Community College Recreation Center pool. The group was formed to advocate for preserving the college’s swimming pool. ________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for…

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MCE Athletic Boosters to hold auction April 27

April 4, 2024

FOUNTAIN — Mason County Eastern Athletic Boosters will hold its annual auction, in person, on Saturday, April 27 at Sherman Township Hall, 3854 E. Main St. The event is the organization’s primary fundraiser and helps offset costs of athletic equipment and operations for MCE. The event’s primary goal this year is to raise money for new uniforms, batting cages and…

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Library to hold adult craft night

April 4, 2024

LUDINGTON — The Ludington branch of the Mason County District Library will hold an adult craft night on Wednesday, April 10 from 5 to 6 p.m. Crafter and artist Marie Bennett will lead the program, making drinkware. All materials will be provided. No signup is required but supplies are limited. One creation per person. Light snacks will be provided. There…

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Exploring the old Manistee & Grand Rapids Railroad

April 3, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s Note: On Saturday, June 1, the Mason County Historical Society will host Ghost Tour ’24: Trains, Towns, and Lumber Camps. This bus tour will explore the former Manistee & Grand Rapids Railroad along with ghost towns and former lumber camps that existed along the route. Click here to learn more. A special thanks to Mike…

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Mortensen promoted to Cone Drive plant manager

April 3, 2024

Spartan News: Alumni Feature Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press.  PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Chad Mortensen has recently been named plant manager at Cone Drive’s Ludington location. Cone Drive produces precision drives used in diverse markets including solar, automation, aerial platforms, and food and beverage. Mortensen began working at Cone…

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