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Rural Fire Authority among recipients of Great Lakes Energy grants

June 17, 2026

BOYNE CITY — Several organizations serving Mason and Oceana counties received funding through Great Lakes Energy’s first round of 2026 People Fund grants, including awards supporting emergency medical services, youth programs, senior services, local history and food assistance. The Mason County Rural Fire Authority received $5,842.80 to replace three outdated automated external defibrillators used by area fire departments. The grant…

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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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