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Budweiser Clydesdales returning to celebrate Ludington Sesquicentennial, Ludington Beverage’s 90th anniversary 

June 2, 2023

Budweiser Clydesdales returning to celebrate Ludington Sesquicentennial, Ludington Beverage’s 90th anniversary By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Budweiser Clydesdales are returning to Ludington and Manistee from Thursday, June 8 through Sunday, June 11. The visit is being presented by Ludington Beverage Co., in celebration of the fourth generation company’s 90th year in business, and also in celebration of Ludington’s…

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Historic homes tours will be featured during Love Ludington weekend

June 1, 2023

Historic homes tours will be featured during Love Ludington weekend LUDINGTON — As part of the Ludington Sesquicentennial celebration, the Mason County Historical Society is hosting “A Walk Back in Time,” a tour of some of Ludington’s historic homes on Saturday, June 10 and Sunday, June 11, during the Love Ludington Weekend celebration. Tour participants will be invited to view…

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Historical Society launches Ludington 150th Speaker Series

May 31, 2023

Historical Society launches Ludington 150th Speaker Series LUDINGTON – In celebration of Ludington’s sesquicentennial, the Mason County Historical Society is launching its Ludington 150th Speaker Series by board president James Jensen. The series will feature four presentations highlighting the history of Ludington.  The Ludington 150th Speaker Series aims to honor the city’s heritage through engaging presentations that share the vibrant…

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The names behind Ludington schools’ buildings

May 30, 2023

The names behind Ludington schools’ buildings This history article is presented by the Mason County Historical Society in partnership with Mason County Press, in celebration of Ludington’s sesquicentennial.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s Note: Throughout Mason County there are many buildings, parks, organizations, and places that are named in honor/memory of various individuals because of the impact those people had…

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Ludington Sesquicentennial events include Love Ludington Weekend

May 26, 2023

Ludington Sesquicentennial events include Love Ludington Weekend LUDINGTON  – Ludington is continuing its 150th anniversary celebration in 2023 with a full calendar of events to honor its rich past and bright future, highlighted by Love Ludington Weekend June 9-11. Several activities have been added to the lineup including a children’s birthday party, summer speaker series, bicycle scavenger hunts and art…

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