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Third storm in third day causes major damage throughout county. 

August 28, 2018

Third storm in third day causes major damage throughout county.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief A fast moving storm, the third storm in three days, made its way across Mason County Tuesday about 6:45 p.m. Within minutes of the storm hitting land, fire departments were being dispatched for utility wires and trees down. Ludington Fire Department responded to dozens of such…

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Fin & Feather to offer free action shooting class.

August 28, 2018

Fin & Feather to offer free action shooting class.  SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin and Feather Club will hold a free action shooting class on Saturday, Sep 8 at 2 p.m. at the Fin And Feather Club House, 3276 N. Darr Road. Tom Sheppardson and Frank Koehle will be conducting the introduction class explaining the rules and safety procedures of the sport.…

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Recent births, reported Aug. 28, 2018

August 28, 2018

Recent births, reported Aug. 28, 2018 #MasonCountyBirths Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise.  John Elliot Plummer, the son of Hannah and Elliot Plummer of Ludington, was born Aug. 25, 2018. RaeLynn Rose Andersen, the daughter of April Bratschi and Race Andersen of Ludington, was born Aug. 17, 2018. Evelyn Rae Burt, the daughter of Monica Haner and Michael Burt…

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Parents: When it comes to the “drug talk,” teens want more conversation.

August 28, 2018

Parents: When it comes to the “drug talk,” teens want more conversation. A letter to the editor by Katie Miller, District Health Dept. #10.  In my prevention work throughout Mason County, I’m pleasantly reminded of the countless parents who want a drug-free childhood for their son or daughter, and will do anything they can to keep substance use at bay.  …

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Obituary: Dennis Gum, 52, Ludington.

August 27, 2018

Obituary: Dennis Gum, 52, Ludington. Dennis J. Gum, 52, of Ludington passed away on Saturday, August 25, 2018 surrounded by loved ones. Dennis was born on November 11, 1965 in Chicago, the son of Dallas and Linda (Mead) Gum.  His father preceded him in death. Dennis enjoyed fishing, working on old cars, and spending time with his many friends, but his…

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