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Prairie Potholes vs. Great Lakes

September 28, 2025

By Joan Young, Contributing Writer Just a few weeks ago, I returned from visiting, once again, the western terminus of the North Country National Scenic Trail (NCT). There the NCT meets the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail where the Missouri River splits the landscape between rolling prairie and badlands. The river follows the leading edge of the Wisconsin Glacier-…

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Employment: On-Site Manufacturing Engineering Manager

September 28, 2025

Employment: On-Site Manufacturing Engineering Manager Business Focus: Aluminum Value Stream Job Description: This role leads a dynamic team of engineers and maintenance professionals in a fast-paced, innovation-driven manufacturing environment. It combines strategic process optimization, capital planning, and cost-saving initiatives with hands-on technical expertise in aluminum manufacturing. Through strong leadership and project execution, you’ll drive long-term operational success while shaping the future of…

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Photo Feature: MCC PTC Color Run

September 26, 2025

Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central Elementary PTC held its annual fun run/color run Friday evening. The event is a major fundraiser for the organization which helps fund field trips, playground equipment, and many other services for MCC elementary students. ____________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email…

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Spartan Food Club helps reduce food insecurities at MCC

September 26, 2025

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Lakeshore Food Club recently opened its second in-school club with the debut of the Spartan Food Club. Located at Mason County Central Middle School, and operated in partnership with MCC, the Spartan Food Club services MCC…

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MV Great Republic delivers coal in Manistee

September 26, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MANISTEE — The MV Great Republic delivered coal to Morton Salt along Manistee Lake Friday, Sept. 26. The ship arrived about 5 a.m. and unloaded until past 6 p.m. The Great Republic is operated by Great Lakes Fleet, Inc. of Duluth, Minn. and is managed by Key Lakes, Inc. It was built by Bay Shipbuilding Co.…

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