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Ludington man arrested for sexual assault against children.

March 4, 2016
Ludington man arrested for sexual assault against children.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief.  LUDINGTON — A 59-year-old Ludington man was arrested March 1, 2016 by Ludington Police Department in connection to the sexual assault of two Ludington children. Arturo Ruiz Lopez, of 605 S. Washington Ave., was arraigned earlier this week in 79th District Court and charged with two felony counts of criminal sexual conduct (CSC).  The charges stem…

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Police warn about ‘Microsoft’ phone scam.

March 4, 2016

LUDINGTON — Ludington Police Department is warning residents of a new telephone scam. Sgt. Steve Wietryzkowski said a resident complained that they received a phone call from a person claiming to be from Microsoft and that it is necessary to update the computer. Then, the person on the phone takes control of the computer and will not release control until…

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8 mistakes that can upend retirement.

March 4, 2016
8 mistakes that can upend retirement.

The Financial Minute is sponsored by SSB Financial Services located at Shelby State Bank, with offices in Shelby, Hart, Pentwater, Ludington, Manistee, Hesperia, North Muskegon and Fruitport. www.ssbfinancialservices.com Pursuing your retirement dreams is challenging enough without making some common, and very avoidable, mistakes. Here are eight big mistakes to steer clear of, if possible. No Strategy: Yes, the biggest mistake…

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25th annual Family afFAIR is March 19.

March 3, 2016
25th annual Family afFAIR is March 19.

SCOTTVILLE — The 25th Annual Family AfFAIR will be held Saturday, March 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mason County Central High School. Every year, hundreds of people from local businesses and community agencies get together to provide a free, whole day of fun for local families. Over 55 groups and organizations each year bring intriguing and entertaining…

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Ludington, Hamlin and PM voters asked to renew fire millage Tuesday.

March 3, 2016
Ludington, Hamlin and PM voters asked to renew fire millage Tuesday.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — On Tuesday, March 8, voters who live in the City of Ludington and townships of Pere Marquette and Hamlin are being asked to renew a millage to support their local fire departments. The Western Mason County Fire District is asking for a 20 year renewal of its .3 mill, which generates about $275,000 a…

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