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MCC board sets election to seek bond

February 6, 2023

MCC board sets election to seek bond SCOTTVILLE — During a special meeting, the Mason County Central Board of Education voted unanimously Monday morning to set an election on May 2 to seek a bond for facility and infrastructure repairs and construction. The bond request is asking voters to approve a 1.6 mill property tax increase which will generate about…

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Fire destroys Tallman Lake house

February 6, 2023

Fire destroys Tallman Lake house By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — Fire destroyed a Tallman Lake area home early Monday morning. Four fire departments were dispatched to 2372 N. 20th St. beginning at 12:31 a.m. Fountain Area Fire Department Chief Jeremy Goble said the structure was engulfed in flames upon the arrival of the first fire unit.  Goble said…

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LHS offering financial aid workshop Tuesday

February 6, 2023

LHS offering financial aid workshop Tuesday LHS News is a presentation of Ludington High School in partnership with Mason County Press. LUDINGTON – Ludington High School counselors and the Michigan College Advisor will be available on Tuesday, Feb. 7 to assist LHS seniors and their parents to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The workshop will take…

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Season weight and speed restrictions begin Thursday

February 6, 2023

Season weight and speed restrictions begin Thursday SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Road Commission has announced that seasonal weight and speed restrictions are going into effect at 6 .m. on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at 6 am until further notice.  All county roads will be restricted by reducing the maximum axle load by 35% per axle and truck speeds to…

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Obituary: Joseph Negele, 90, of Pentwater

February 6, 2023

Obituary: Joseph Negele, 90, of Pentwater Joseph Anton Negele, 90, of Pentwater, passed away unexpectedly on February 3, 2023. Joseph was born in Ludington, the son of Joseph and Theresia Negele.  Joseph was a Korean War Veteran. He served as a medic in the Army from 1949-1951. He also worked on the CSX Railroad for 38 years. Joe was a…

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