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Big Rapids man arrested for assaulting haunted prison volunteers

October 12, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — A 51-year-old Big Rapids man was arrested Saturday, Oct. 10, after he allegedly assaulted two staff members at Cages of Carnage Haunted Prison, operated by the Free Soil/Meade Fire Department. According to the Mason County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded…

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American Legion launches 2026 wreaths campaign

October 12, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Sons of the American Legion Squadron 76 is launching its 2026 Wreaths Across Mason County campaign with a goal of placing 2,200 wreaths on veterans’ graves throughout Mason County during the upcoming holiday season. The organization, affiliated with Edwin H. Ewing American Legion Post 76 in Ludington, hopes to raise approximately $55,000 to purchase wreaths and stakes…

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College Month highlights scholarship, tuition assistance opportunities

October 12, 2026

October is College Month, a time for students, families and adults across Michigan to explore opportunities for education and career training beyond high school. With several programs helping eligible students reduce or eliminate tuition costs, college may be more accessible than many people realize. Across Michigan, College Access Networks (CANs) are working to help more people earn a postsecondary credential…

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LHS, MCC volleyball teams to face off in breast cancer awareness match

October 12, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Ludington High School and Mason County Central High School volleyball teams will face off Tuesday, Oct. 20, in a special breast cancer awareness event at Ludington High School’s Hawley Gym. The event, called “Block Out Breast Cancer,” will feature junior varsity and varsity matches between the Orioles and Spartans. The junior varsity match will begin at 5:30…

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Ludington to consider development changes amid ongoing budget concerns

October 10, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Ludington City Council will meet Monday, Oct. 12, as the city continues working to address its projected 2027 budget deficit following the withdrawal of controversial special assessments that would have helped fund public safety and street lighting. The council will meet at 6 p.m. in the council chambers at Ludington Municipal Building, 400 S. Harrison St. Although…

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