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Conservation district native plant sale

July 24, 2025

SCOTTVILLE — The Mason-Lake Conservation District’s Native Plant Sale is now open for orders. The annual sale offers a variety of Michigan grown native flowers, grasses, and garden kits that help support pollinators, birds, and healthy soil. Plants are available in several formats, including individual quarts, single species flats of 38 (available for nearly all species), and pre-designed garden kits.…

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4-H Acres of Adventure to offer free programs at fair

July 24, 2025

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Families and curious young minds are invited to experience 4-H Acres of Adventure, an engaging four-day special interest (SPIN) blub at the Western Michigan Fair from August 5-8. Hosted by Michigan State University Extension, the free-to-join 4-H program offers daily themed activities with all materials provided—making it easy for kids to dig into learning, creativity, and…

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Great Lakes History Log podcast: The Killing of Luther Foster

July 24, 2025

The 1876 killing of Luther Foster is Mason County, Michigan’s oldest unsolved murder. Download our latest Great Lakes History Log podcast here. This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union with locations in Manistee, East Lake, Bear Lake, and Ludington and the Mason County Historical Society, which operates Historical White Pine Village, the Port of Ludington Maritime…

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MCE Preschool to host Sweet Summer Celebration

July 23, 2025

CUSTER — Mason County Eastern Preschool will hold a Sweet Summer Celebration on Monday, July 28 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the MCE Elementary playground. The event is open to currently enrolled preschool families, giving them an opportunity to connect with teachers and friends before the new school year begins. Families interested in enrolling their child in MCE’s free…

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Employment: High School Principal, Hart Public Schools

July 23, 2025

Employment: High School Principal, Hart Public Schools Hart Public Schools is currently seeking to hire a High School Principal. Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Education or Administration. At least five years of teaching experience at the secondary level. Cultivate and grow a positive school climate with staff and students Collaborate and engage staff in the School Improvement Process Collaborate…

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