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Scottville Clown Band, LHS Jazz Band celebrate America’s 250th

July 1, 2026

Photos and story by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Several hundred people gathered Tuesday evening at Waterfront Park for the Scottville Clown Band’s annual Patriotic Concert, an Independence Day tradition that featured patriotic music, recognition of military veterans and a performance by the Ludington High School Jazz Band. The Ludington High School Jazz Band, directed by Keith Kuczynski, opened the…

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Ludington man arrested for arson

July 1, 2026

LUDINGTON — A 46-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police officers for arson of personal property Tuesday, June 30, shortly before 5 p.m. following an illegal burning complaint in the 800 block of East Danaher Street, according to Ludington Police Chief Christopher Jones.  Police officers made contact with the man earlier that day around 2 p.m. in the same…

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Traffic restrictions announced for Freedom Festival fireworks

July 1, 2026

LUDINGTON — Motorists traveling to and from the Ludington Area Jaycees Freedom Festival fireworks celebration on Saturday, July 4, should expect heavy traffic and several temporary traffic restrictions as law enforcement agencies implement a coordinated traffic management plan. The Mason County Sheriff’s Office, working with the Ludington Police Department, Michigan State Police, Pere Marquette Township Fire Department and Ludington Fire…

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Manistee Harbor Tours to offer special Fourth of July sunset cruise aboard Princess

July 1, 2026

MANISTEE — Manistee Harbor Tours will celebrate Independence Day with a special 2 1/2-hour Fourth of July sunset cruise aboard the Princess of Manistee, offering passengers an opportunity to enjoy the holiday from the waters of Lake Michigan. Boarding begins at 8:15 p.m. Saturday, July 4, with departure scheduled for 9 p.m. from the Princess dock on the Manistee River…

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Mason County Land Bank to showcase new Walhalla homes during July 11 open house

July 1, 2026

WALHALLA — The Mason County Land Bank Authority will host an open house Saturday, July 11, at two newly constructed homes in Walhalla, providing prospective homebuyers, local officials and community members an opportunity to tour the properties and learn more about the authority’s role in expanding affordable housing opportunities in Mason County. The open house will be held from 11…

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