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Howard Hornung/Tom Thomas Memorial Concert is Aug. 11

August 1, 2025

LUDINGTON — The West Shore Civic Band will host the Howard Hornung/Tom Thomas Memorial Band Concert on Monday, August 11, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Waterfront Park.  There is no cost, but donations will be accepted. Family, friends, and past students of beloved local band directors, Howard Hornung and Tom Thomas, are invited to play.  An optional rehearsal for this concert will…

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Farm Science Lab at libraries

August 1, 2025

The Farm Science Lab will be visiting the Mason County District Library branches this week. It will provide two classes on Monday, August 4 at the Ludington library, 217 E. Ludington Ave., starting at 1 p.m. all students in grades kindergarten to second grade are invited to come and learn about agriculture. There will be interactive science and a project…

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Armed Women of America to host open house

August 1, 2025

SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Armed Women of America will host an open house on Tuesday, Aug. 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Fin & Feather Club, 3726 N. Darr Rd. The event is open to all women with the focus on sharing information regarding opportunities for women to grow as shooters in an instructionally safe and socially friendly…

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Recent death: Jose Juan Arenas, 55, of Ludington

August 1, 2025

  Jose Juan Arenas, 55, of Ludington, died on Friday, August 1, 2025. A Celebration of Life for Jose will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to noon at Grace Funeral Home in Ludington. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, formerly Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of…

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VIDEO: Visiting the Western Michigan Old Engine & Tractor show via the Badger

July 31, 2025

    LUDINGTON — Antique tractor enthusiasts from Wisconsin rode the S.S. Badger Thursday evening on their way to the Western Michigan Old Engine & Tractor Show which began today and will continue through Saturday, Aug. 2. The 51st show is being held at the Western Michigan Old Engine Club show grounds at Riverside Park. This year’s featured tractor is…

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