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US 10-31 resurfacing to begin next Monday

April 6, 2026

AMBER TOWNSHIP — Roadwork on the US-10-31 corridor between the US 31 bypass and Brye Road is scheduled to begin Monday, April 13, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation. MDOT is investing approximately $6.8 million to resurface the roadway and improve drainage. Lane closures and traffic shifts will be in place throughout construction. Motorists traveling between Ludington and Scottville…

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K-9 sniffs out meth smuggled into jail

April 6, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — K-9 Stella with the Mason County Sheriff’s Office located methamphetamine during a cell check at the Mason County Jail Sunday, April 5, around 5:30 p.m. “A…

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Scottville Clown Band accepting summer camp scholarship applications

April 6, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Clown Band is accepting scholarship applications for middle and high school students planning to attend summer performing arts programs. The band will award over $15,000 in scholarships for 2026 through its Raymond Schulte Memorial Scholarship program, continuing its long-standing mission of…

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Scottville planning seasonal farmers market

April 6, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — The City of Scottville is again making space available for a seasonal farmers market, inviting organizers to host weekend markets in a portion of the city’s west parking…

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Armed Women of America celebrates 8th year

April 6, 2026

SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Mason County chapter of Armed Women of America is marking eight years of operation, providing firearm safety education and training for women in the area. The…

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Accused assailant armed with baseball bat allegedly strikes man with vehicle

April 6, 2026

PENTWATER TOWNSHIP, Oceana County — A 27-year-old Scottville man was arrested for aggravated assault after allegedly assaulting a 22-year-old Scottville man in the Wishing Well convenience store parking lot Sunday,…

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Reek Road near Indian Bridge closed due to flooding

April 6, 2026

CUSTER TOWNSHIP — A portion of Reek Road is closed due to flooding, according to the Mason County Road Commission. Reek Road, south of First Street at Indian Bridge, has…

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Townline Road road work will begin Wednesday

April 6, 2026

GRANT TOWNSHIP/VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Townline Road between Quarterline Road and US-31 will be reduced to one lane in various locations beginning Wednesday, April 8, as the Mason County Road Commission…

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Obituary: Kevin D. Duncil, 56, of Scottville

April 6, 2026

Kevin D. Duncil, 56, of Scottville passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026.  Kevin was born on December 31, 1969 in Ludington, the son of Eugene and Connie (Goosen) Duncil and…

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AFFEW to host Earth Day Celebration

April 6, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — AFFEW (A Few Friends of the Environment of the World) will host its annual Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 25, from 10:30 a.m. to 4…

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Library to host seed bomb workshop for teens

April 6, 2026

LUDINGTON — Area teens are invited to celebrate spring with a hands-on activity at the Ludington library, 217 E. Ludington Ave., later this month. The Mason County District Library Ludington…

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Recent births, published April 6, 2026

April 6, 2026

The following births have been reported: Abneir Mikkel Shetterly, the son of Aubrey and Logan Shetterly of Ludington, was born on Sunday, March 29, 2026 Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell…

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Obituary: Kimberly Mae Koslow, 55, of Ludington

April 6, 2026

Kimberly Mae Koslow, 55, of Ludington, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026. Kimberly was born on September 23, 1970, the daughter of Judi (Aves) Perrin, and stepfather, Robert Perrin.…

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Obituary: Patricia Ada Kipen, 81, of Ludington

April 6, 2026

Patricia Ada Kipen, 81 of Ludington, passed away in the comfort of her home on Monday, March 30, 2026. Born on January 21, 1945, in Ludington, Patricia was the daughter…

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Manistee Catholic Central Schools Foundation offering scholarships

April 6, 2026

MANISTEE — The Manistee Catholic Central Schools Foundation has announced the 2026 Doris and Ed Polcyn Graduate Scholarship, offering financial support to alumni continuing their education. Alumni of Manistee Catholic…

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Public Notice: Mason County Housing Repair Program Requests for Proposals

April 6, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICE Mason County Housing Repair Program Requests for Proposals Mason County is requesting proposals for services related to its Housing Repair Program, which provides assistance to low- to moderate-income…

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Celebration of life service: Sue Ann Boroff

April 6, 2026

A celebration of life will be held for Sue Ann Boroff on Sunday, May 17 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the American Legion Post 179, 2327 Wilson Ave. SW,…

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Employment: Housing Programs Director

April 6, 2026

Employment: Housing Programs Director IMMEDIATE OPENING – Full Time: FiveCAP, Inc., a locally-based not for profit organization is seeking qualified applicants with construction knowledge and experience to assist in the…

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County finance, personnel and rules committee to consider millage renewals, housing coordinator

April 2, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Mason County Finance, Personnel and Rules Committee will meet Tuesday, April 7, to consider a range of county business, including millage renewals, budget planning and service contracts.…

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Police news, published April 2, 2026

April 2, 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 Wednesday, April 1, 2026: 6:09…

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Obituary: Carolyn Sue McVicker, 69, of Fountain

April 2, 2026

Carolyn Sue McVicker, 69, of Fountain, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026. She was born April 1, 1956, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Walter and Evelyn (Genson) Urban.…

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