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Obituary: Robert ‘Bob’ Joseph Thurow, 84, of Scottville

March 22, 2026

Robert “Bob” Joseph Thurow passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026 at his home in Sebring, Florida surrounded by his family. Bob was born on December 19, 1941 in Scottville to Genevieve (Gerbers) and Ranold Thurow. He graduated from Mason County Central High School in 1960 and went on to Central Michigan University to play football for one year. Bob…

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Stage Left Theatre Company accepting scholarship applications

March 22, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Stage Left Theatre Company is accepting applications for its annual scholarship program, now in its fourth year. Applicants must be accepted into an educational program related to theater, such as acting, set design, lighting, costuming or choreography. Eligible programs may include camps, college courses or workshops, and must take place in 2026 or 2027. Proof of acceptance…

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Recent death: Timothy Kevin Hoyer, 68, of Ludington

March 22, 2026

Timothy Kevin Hoyer, 68, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at home.  He was born September 22, 1957, in Ludington, the son of Carl and Cleola (Knudsen) Hoyer. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Timothy’s life will be held later this year. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com…

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LHS inducts 54 into National Honor Society

March 20, 2026

LUDINGTON — Ludington High School inducted 54 students into the National Honor Society during a ceremony held Tuesday, March 17, at L.F. Peterson Auditorium. The induction ceremony marked the 71st National Honor Society class at Ludington High School. The school’s NHS chapter, known as the Anna Miller Chapter, was established in 1955. The ceremony included opening remarks and the Pledge…

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MCC Middle School Second Trimester Honor Roll

March 20, 2026

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — The following Mason County Central Middle School students have been named to the 2025-2026 second trimester A/B Honor Roll: Sixth Grade: Avery AnesMilo BeemerKamden Benson-CarneyBocephus BredernitzIsaac BriggsGarrison CooperLincoln EdmondsonEvelyn HuggardChevy JabrockiJacob JacobsenIsabella JacobsonMarisa KanitzTristan McKenneyCamden MillerLuke PetersenHunter QuillanLucy RuhligCoraline RussellTaylor SchimkePenelope…

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