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MCC Marching Band nearing end of season; program continues to grow

October 17, 2024

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Marching Band is nearing the end of its performance season, which has included several competitions. This is the second year that director Caleb Schultz has taken the band to competitions around the state. Its…

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79th District Court arraignments, published Oct. 17, 2024

October 17, 2024

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Joshua Morris Fondren, 23; two counts of delivery/manufacturing a controlled substance (methamphetamine); date of offense: July 1; arrested by Michigan State Police; arraigned: Oct. 16; preliminary hearing: Nov. 6; bail: $75,000 cash. -Nicolas Jon Kasdorf, 58; possession of a controlled substance…

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US 31 lane closures Monday

October 17, 2024

US 31 between Fountain and Beyer roads will be reduced to one lane on Monday, Oct. 21 for paving, weather permitting. Lanes will be flag controlled, motorists should expect delays and seek alternative routes. The project is expected to only take one day. ______________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts…

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Fin & Feather Club offering last CPL class for 2024

October 17, 2024

SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County will be offering its last concealed pistol license (CPL) class of 2024 on Friday, Nov. 8 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 9, all day, with live range shooting in the afternoon. The entire class will take place at the Fin & Feather Club’s grounds, 3276 N.…

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Obituary: Mack Nickelson, 40, of Ludington

October 17, 2024

Mack Emil Nickelson, 40, of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Mack was born to Howard (Bud) and Donna Nickelson on October 3, 1984. He graduated from Ludington High School after completing homeschooling, in 2003. He loved the outdoors! He painted many pictures of his home on the Lincoln River. He was self-taught playing his guitar and became…

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