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Bowling alley owner tells his side of shooting story.

May 24, 2017

Bowling alley owner tells his side of shooting story. #MasonCountyNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Donn Slimmen, owner of Spartan West Bowling Center, 2253 W. US 10-31, said the shooting incident that took place on the business property Tuesday was the result of an argument that he was having with his son, Bernard “Beamer” and that the gun…

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Memorial Day services schedule

May 24, 2017
Memorial Day services schedule

Mason County veterans’ organizations will hold ceremonies across the county Monday, May 29, 2017, in observation of Memorial Day, a federal holiday established to remember those who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. A service will be held at Mason County Central High School at 9 a.m. led by the Custer VFW Honor Guard along with the…

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WSCC to hold alumni homecoming June 30.

May 24, 2017

WSCC to hold alumni homecoming June 30. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s 6,000-plus alumni will have a chance to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their alma mater at a homecoming picnic, beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 30. The event is sponsored by the college’s alumni association. The event will mark the founding of the college in…

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Alleged shooter being evaluated; prosecutor reviewing case.

May 24, 2017

Alleged shooter being evaluated; prosecutor reviewing case. #MasonCountyNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief.  AMBER TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office has issued a press release with more details about the shooting incident that took place Tuesday evening at Spartan West Bowling Center, 2253 W. US 10-31. MCP interviewed Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole immediately following the incident Tuesday and posted…

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Recent deaths, posted May 24, 2017.

May 24, 2017
Recent deaths, posted May 24, 2017.

#MasonCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Donald Lou VanBrocklin, 76, of Scottville, died on Monday, May 22, 2017. Esther Louise Kubat, 67, of Ludington died on Friday, May 19, 2017. Ted Wierda, 74, of Ludington, died on Saturday, May 20, 2017. See full list of 2017 deaths here.  Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr.,…

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