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Sgt. Lamb leads sheriff’s office SRO team

October 22, 2025

By Mark Varenhorst, MCP Contributing Writer AMBER TOWNSHIP — Over the past few months I have written articles on ships, tugs/barges, and ship yard items. Even riding with the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit as well, but that still entailed things with boats.  Recently my editor asked if I would work on a series of articles on School Resource…

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The Scoreboard: Oct. 22, 2025

October 22, 2025

Introducing The Scoreboard, a daily posting of local sports scores and highlights. In order to make this service sustainable, we are seeking sponsorships from individuals and businesses. You may also receive sports scores through our Daily Briefing email at a cost of $120 per year or $10 per month. If you are interested in helping us grow this service, please…

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Obituary: Marcia Lee Knutson, 64, of Fountain

October 22, 2025

Marcia Lee Knutson, 64, of Fountain, died Thursday, October 9, 2025, at home. She was born October 23, 1960, in Flint, the daughter of Fordyce and Marjorie (Wirt) Christensen. Throughout her life, Marcia worked in various customer service roles, where she was known for her friendly nature and for always putting a smile on people’s faces. She will be deeply…

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The story of Ida Anderson, Ludington’s Titanic connection

October 21, 2025

Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union with offices in Manistee, Ludington, East Lake, and Bear Lake and the Mason County Historical Society, which operates the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, Historic White Pine Village and the Rose Hawley Archives in downtown Ludington. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief A small and shiny marker sits at the corner of…

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Vehicle rolls over on Darr Road

October 21, 2025

EDEN TOWNSHIP — Two people were initially trapped inside a vehicle after it rolled over on Darr Road south of Kinney Road Tuesday afternoon. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at 3:43 p.m. The Chevrolet Blazer was northbound on Darr Road when the male driver apparently lost control just before the Kinney Road intersection. Initial dispatch information stated that…

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