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Scottville water service repaired; boil water order in place

May 24, 2024

SCOTTVILLE — The water main breakage that occurred on US 10-31 has been repaired and water service in the City of Scottville and parts of Amber Township has been returned. However, the water service area is under a boil water order for water that is to be consumed. The breakage occurred when a subcontractor was working in the area along…

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Scottville, Amber without water; MCC to close at 1 p.m.

May 24, 2024

MCC graduation still scheduled for tonight SCOTTVILLE — Water service in the City of Scottville and much of Amber Township has been shut down due to a water main breakage along US 10-31 west of Stiles Road. As a result, water pressure in the city and the township has been reduced to almost minimal. Mason County Central Schools will close…

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Scottville commission interviews interim manager candidates

May 24, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Scottville City Commission is considering two candidates for the role of interim city manager, to replace Jimmy Newkirk who resigned in April. The commission held a special meeting Thursday evening to interview James “Toby” Van Ess and Clarence Goodlein. Van Ess served as full time elected supervisor/zoning administrator/manager of Tallmadge Charter Township in Ottawa…

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Gordon Road construction to begin Tuesday

May 24, 2024

AMBER TOWNSHIP — Gordon Road, between US 10-31 and Hansen Road, will be closed beginning Tuesday, May 28 for reconstruction of the road. The work will include complete rebuilding and widening of the road, drainage improvements, adding gravel to the existing road and shoulder improvements. Residents who live in the construction zone will have access to their property. The project…

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Employment: High School Principal

May 24, 2024

Employment: High School Principal This is a paid posting. Posted until June 5, 2024. 

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