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Local airman deploys for 6 months; family adjusts

July 29, 2013
Local airman deploys for 6 months; family adjusts

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. In their 17 years together Nathan and April DeWeerd have become used to being separated because of military service. Nathan was frequently gone during his 13 year career in the Marine Corps. While he did serve a 7-month stint in Afghanistan, much of his time was spent traveling the world on short trips with the president.…

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Looking for sports enthusiasts

July 29, 2013

School fall sports don’t start for another month, but the weather sure feels like it’s the season! Mason County Press is looking for fan writers who can provide us with updates, stories and photos of area school sporting events. We need fans who are committed and consistent, though. If your son or daughter is involved with middle school or high…

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MCC Foundation Golf Classic

July 29, 2013

SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central Educational Foundation will hold its 24th annual Golf Classic on Sept. 7, 2013. The event, held at Lakeside Links Golf Course in Pere Marquette Township, will raise funds to support MCC schools through the awarding of student scholarships and teacher mini-grants to enhance curriculum. Registration fee is $75 per person and includes: • Prizes…

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Cold weather doesn’t keep audience from show

July 27, 2013
Cold weather doesn’t keep audience from show

LUDINGTON — Cold temperatures and cloudy skies didn’t keep over 1,000 people from enjoying the World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra Saturday night during the West Shore Bank Rhythm & Dunes big band concert. Next week’s free show at Waterfront Park is a Jimmy Buffet tribute.

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District court sentences, as of July 24, 2013

July 26, 2013

By Allison Scarbrough. MCP Correspondent.  LUDINGTON — The following defendants were sentenced this week in 79th District Court: –          Xavier Ignacio Zamora, 19, of 722 S. Biltmore Ave., Indianapolis, IN, was found guilty July 12 of under 21 – purchase, consume and/or posses. He was sentenced to $265 in fines and costs. Conviction reportable to the Secretary of State (SOS). –          Karissa Ann…

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