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WSCC continues college completion coach program

December 3, 2024

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press.  VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College has announced its continuing partnership with the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) and AmeriCorps to bring a dedicated college completion coach to campus. This role is part of MCAN’s College Completion Corps, which places trained coaches on…

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United Way’s Festival of Trees will be held Dec. 7-15 at Stix Bar

December 3, 2024

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The second annual Festival of Trees, to support United Way of Mason County, will be held from Saturday, Dec. 7 to Sunday, Dec. 15 at Stix Bar Biergarten, 1963 N. Lakeshore Dr. Each decorated tree is sponsored by a local business, group or organization. Visitors are invited to stroll among the trees, vote for their favorites, and…

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Toys for Tots/Gift for Teens drive collection barrels in various locations

December 3, 2024

SCOTTVILLE — FiveCAP, Inc. is sponsoring the Toys for Tots/Gifts for Teens program in partnership with Synergy Media, Inc. (WKLA-FM “Hits 96” and WKZC-FM 94.9 “The Big Dog”). The program provides all families the opportunity to have a toy or gift their children will love under the tree on Christmas morning. FiveCAP is currently accepting donations of new toys and…

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Obituary: Tamara Lynne O’Brien, 60, of Scottville

December 3, 2024

Tamara (Tammy) Lynne O’Brien, 60, of Scottville, died peacefully in her home surrounded by family on November 30, 2024. She was born October 30, 1964, in Ludington, the daughter of Bruce Bedker and Nancy (Hewitt). Tammy attended Mason County Central Schools. Tammy excelled in owning and operating Tammy’s Cleaning Service and working as a beloved caregiver. She wed Carl Luttrell…

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Obituary: Nancy Braley, 83, of Ludington

December 3, 2024

Nancy Lee Braley, 83, of Ludington, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 28, 2024, surrounded by her loving family after a brief illness. Born on April 20, 1941, she was the cherished daughter of Raymond Charles Hodge and Mary Louise Brunges Hodge . Nancy graduated from Grand Ledge High School in 1959 and embarked on a career in…

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