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Battery D returns from Antietam

September 24, 2012
Battery D returns from Antietam

PERE MARQUETTE TWP. – Members of Battery D, First Michigan Light Artillery recently returned from the re-enactment of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War Battle of Antietam in Sharpsburg, Maryland. The Sept. 17, 1862 battle was the first major battle of the Civil War fought on Union soil. It was also the bloodiest single-day battle in American history, with…

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Festival reflections

September 24, 2012
Festival reflections

  This year’s Scottville Harvest Festival got a little wet at times, especially Saturday. Just as the Clown Band turned the last corner from State Street to Blaine Street the rain let go. John Mickevich took this picture behind Cox’s Sales and Service.

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Badger cancels today’s sailing

September 24, 2012
Badger cancels today’s sailing

Lake Michigan Carferry cancelled today’s sailing due to high winds and seas. Wind gusts are forecasted to reach 50mph with waves reaching 13-17 ft. Passengers who were scheduled for today’s crossings were offered a 20% discount for sailing on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2012. This is the second time in two weeks the Badger’s sailing has been cancelled. Mason County Press…

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Ludington city council agenda Sept. 24

September 24, 2012

LUDINGTON — City Council meets tonight at 6:30 p.m. at city hall on South Harrison Street. Here is the agenda and notes for tonight’s meeting: Ludington City Council Sept. 24, 2012

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Family fun crafts at library

September 24, 2012

At the Mason County District Library in Scottville Tuesday, October 2 at 3 p.m., the Family Fun Craft series features Torn Fabric Wreath Creations.  Families are invited to drop in any time between 3 to 5:30 p.m.  Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.  All Mason County District Library programs are free of charge.   Family Craft – first Tuesday…

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