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MCP receives 1 million views for 2013!

December 11, 2013

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief.  A few days ago Mason County Press reached a milestone, we had our 1 millionth page view for 2013! We are coming up to the end of our second year and it’s been quite a ride. Non of this could have happened without the support of our great readers and advertisers. We have a loyal following…

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Mother of accused trooper killer waives district court prelim

December 11, 2013
Mother of accused trooper killer waives district court prelim

LUDINGTON – The mother of the man charged with murdering a Michigan State Police trooper has waived her preliminary examination in district court today, meaning she will be arraigned next week in circuit court. Tammi Spofford, 50, of 8124 W. Eight Mile Road, Irons, appeared in front of Judge Peter Wadel in 79th District Court. Several law enforcement officers were…

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Parents chose parochial schools for faith, discipline and respect

December 11, 2013
Parents chose parochial schools for faith, discipline and respect

(Editor’s Note: Mason County Press Correspondent D’Ann Rohrer continues her series on educational choices in Mason County. Her previous article (see here) discussed the choice of homeschooling. Today, D’Ann explores private parochial school choices in Mason County.) By D’Ann Rohrer. MCP Corresondent. Mason County offers three private educational choices for its residences, Ludington Area Catholic, Covenant Christian, and Lighthouse Baptist…

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Winter advisory continues today

December 11, 2013
Winter advisory continues today

A winter weather advisory remains in effect until 5 p.m. today. Today: There is an 80% chance of snow showers today with a high temperature of 15 degrees; wind: northwest at 16 mph; low tonight of 8 degrees with a 60% chance of snow. Sunset: 5:08 p.m. Tomorrow: Sixty percent chance of snow showers with a high temperature of 22…

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Donations being accepted for Dress for Success

December 11, 2013

Donations are being accepted for a Dress for Success workshop that will be held in January. The event is sponsored by Telamon Corporation in conjunction with Michigan Works, Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce, Ludington Area Arts Council, Michigan Workforce Development Agency and West Shore Community College. The workshop will feature a business professional attired fashion show from local…

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