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Fleeing suspect arraigned on 7 charges

March 26, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The 31-year-old Wellston man who was tackled by a Mason County sheriff’s deputy to stop him from allegedly fleeing from police Wednesday, March 25, was arraigned on seven charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court. Joseph Wade Conrad is charged with felonies of third-degree fleeing and eluding police, assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and possession of…

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Police news, published March 26, 2026

March 26, 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: Monday, March 23, 2026: 7:34 p.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), two-vehicle crash, no injury, US 10 and Brye Road, Amber Township. 8:40 p.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Stiles Road north of Sugar Grove…

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Senior centers receive $22K to combat social isolation

March 26, 2026

Senior organizations in Mason County are receiving a boost in funding aimed at reducing loneliness and improving quality of life for older adults. Molina Healthcare of Michigan, in collaboration with The MolinaCares Accord, recently announced $22,000 in grants to local senior-focused organizations, including the Scottville Area Senior Center and Ludington Senior Center. The Crawford County Commission on Aging also received…

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Great Lakes Energy names new vice president of communications, member experience

March 26, 2026

BOYNE CITY — Great Lakes Energy has named Kari Crouse as its new vice president of communications and member experience. Crouse will lead the cooperative’s communication strategy, strengthen member engagement and oversee efforts to enhance the overall member experience, according to a press release from the utility. She most recently served as vice president of communications and business strategy for…

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Employment Opportunity: Key Account Specialist, Ludington Beverage

March 26, 2026

Employment Opportunity: Key Account Specialist Ludington Beverage Co., Inc. has a position vacancy for a full-time Key Account Specialist based in Ludington. This entry-level sales position works directly with retail accounts to manage orders, maintain product stock and build displays. Duties include building and maintaining relationships with retail accounts, executing sales plans and promotions, creating and managing product orders, rotating…

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