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Ludington library to host book sale

July 1, 2025

LUDINGTON — The Mason County District Library is holding its annual Friends of the Library Used Book Sale Friday, July 11 through Sunday, July 13. Proceeds from the sale go toward programming and events at the Ludington and Scottville libraries. In the past, up to $10,000 has been raised, which allows the library district to provide a variety of events…

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Obituary: Sally B. Burmeister, 90, of Ludington

July 1, 2025

Sally B. Burmeister, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on June 28, 2025 at the age of 90. In 1955, Sally married the love of her life, Van. Together, they shared a life full of love, music, service, and family. Sally and Van settled in Ludington in 1965, where she became an active member…

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Manistee Harbor Tours offers fun shoreline cruises on the Princess

June 30, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief June 28, 2025 MANISTEE — “It’s like being on vacation,” is the comment my wife, Becky, said when we departed the Princess after a 90 minute shoreline cruise Saturday evening. The boat’s crew was hospitable and entertaining. The drinks were refreshing. The passengers were having a great time. The weather was perfect. And, the sunset was…

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US 10 Cigar Box Festival, ‘The Biggest Little CBG Festival in Michigan’

June 30, 2025

CUSTER — The US 10 Cigar Box Guitar Festival will take place from noon to 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the Custer VFW Gold Bar Post 5096, 2022 State St. (US 10). The event is being dubbed “The Biggest Little CBG Festival in Michigan.” “We wanted a reason for our community to gather and enjoy a day…

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Appointment Opportunities: Mason County Land Bank

June 30, 2025

Appointment Opportunities: Mason County Land Bank The Mason County Treasurer is seeking qualified individuals for appointment to the Mason County Land Bank by the Mason County Board of Commissioners for the following positions: Two individuals who reside in Mason County for a term expiring August 15, 2028 One individual who resides in Mason County for a partial term expiring August…

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