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The Scoop: Fall at the libraries.

October 11, 2019

The Scoop: Fall at the libraries. LUDINGTON — Today on The Scoop, Kate Krieger-Watkins speaks with Eric Smith and Sue Carlson, directors of the Mason County District Library about events happening at the library this fall. They also talk about the library’s Unbound program for students at Mason County Central Schools and Gateway to Success Academy, along with many of…

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History: The Ludington Ski Hill.

October 11, 2019

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Back in the early 60s, a group of fruit farmers had an idea to supply some winter fun for their families. Eugene Lathrop, George Wagner, Ralph Knudsen, and Wilbur (Willie) VanNortwick built a ski hill on the John Bigsby farm, located on Morton Road south of Hawley Road (an area affectionally known these days as Morton…

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Jebavy Drive re-opens.

October 11, 2019

Jebavy Drive re-opens. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Jebavy Drive north of US 10 has been re-opened to through-traffic. The road had been closed in the 100 block due to water main installment to a new building. Work crews will continue to be in the area, drivers are asked to use caution.

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Obituary: Shirley Rybicki, 82, Free Soil.

October 11, 2019

Obituary: Shirley Rybicki, 82, Free Soil. Shirley Ann Rybicki, 82, of Free Soil, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at Oakview Medical Care Facility.   Shirley Benson was born on November 21, 1936 to Harold and Julia Benson.  She graduated from Ludington High School, class of 1954. Shirley married Charles Austin in June of 1954.  In September of 1991, Shirley…

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Recent deaths, posted Oct. 11, 2019

October 11, 2019

Recent deaths, posted Oct. 11, 2019 The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP:’ Lewis Earl McDonald, 69, of Fountain died unexpectedly at his home on Monday, October 7, 2019. A celebration of Life will be held Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Bachelor Evangelical Church, 5940 E. Sugar Grove Rd., Fountain. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. and the…

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