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MCE to offer free summer meals for children

June 8, 2026

CUSTER — Mason County Eastern Schools will again participate in the Summer Food Service Program, providing free breakfasts and lunches to area children during the summer months. The program is open to all children age 18 and younger, as well as individuals up to age 26 who are enrolled in a state- or locally recognized educational program for people with…

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Obituary: Alan Bruce Talbert, 57, of Scottville

June 8, 2026

Alan Bruce Talbert, 57, of Scottville, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, in Traverse City. Alan, lovingly known as Al, was born July 31, 1968, in Seattle, Wash., the son of the late Lawrence and Carol (Reif) Talbert. He graduated from Baldwin High School with the class of 1988. On August 18, 2001, Alan married Shirley Kuchta and they…

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Ludington issues temporary occupancy permit to Andys Restaurant

June 5, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington has issued a temporary occupancy permit for AndyS Restaurant, allowing the long-delayed downtown development to begin operating while several remaining issues are addressed. According to city records, the temporary occupancy permit was issued May 28 for the new restaurant and sports bar at 129 W. Ludington Ave. The permit allows…

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Four generations of the Butler family helped shape Great Lakes maritime history

June 5, 2026

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union, the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Sable Points Media.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s Note: This story was first published on March 16, 2026. Since that time, I have had the pleasure of meeting Barbara Butler, the keeper of the Butler family archives and have found out much…

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First historical society cemetery tour is June 11

June 5, 2026

LUDINGTON — The first in a series of three cemetery tours, presented by the Mason County Historical Society, will take place on Thursday, June 11 at Lakeview Cemetery. The “Masters & Commanders” tour will focus on the area’s maritime heritage, including captains, engineers and others connected to Ludington’s historic car ferry fleet. Tickets for the tour are on sale for…

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