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Police news, published June 17, 2026

June 17, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County Tuesday, June 16, 2026: 9:50 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), two-vehicle crash, minor injury, US 10 east of Quarterline Road, Amber Township. Both drivers sought their own treatment for minor injuries. 10:40 a.m., (Ludington Police…

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Interlake seeks sale of portion of Ludington property

June 16, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Interlake Port Services has received city approval to split its Ludington waterfront property, a move company documents state is intended to facilitate the sale of a portion of the site, although company officials say the transaction will not materially affect the SS Badger or other maritime operations based in the city. Documents filed with…

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Freedom Festival seeks community support amid funding shortfall

June 16, 2026

LUDINGTON — Organizers of the JCI Ludington Freedom Festival are warning that a significant funding shortfall could jeopardize the future of one of the community’s longest-running traditions as preparations continue for this year’s Independence Day celebration and the nation’s 250th anniversary. The volunteer-run festival, which draws more than 50,000 attendees annually, has received donations from only 20 donors so far…

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90th birthday party for Dale Sutton

June 16, 2026

A 90th birthday celebration will be held of Dale Sutton on Saturday, July 1-4 p.m. at his home, 2207 S. Tuttle Road, Scottville (Custer Township). Friends, neighbors, and former students are all welcome for cherry pie and fun. Dale Sutton is a professor emeritus of West Shore Community College. This is a paid posting.

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Police news, published June 16, 2026

June 16, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Friday, June 12, 2026: 3:39 a.m., (MCSO), alarm activation, City of Scottville. 10:26 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, Hansen Road east of Meyers Road, Amber Township. 7:54 p.m., (Ludington Police…

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