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Mason Co. Road Commission recognized for low employee injuries

September 24, 2025

LANSING — The Mason County Road Commission was recognized Tuesday for having one of the lowest employee injury rates among road commissions in the state over the past year. The announcement was made at the County Road Association Self-Insurance Fund’s (CRASIF) annual membership meeting in Bay City on Tuesday, Sept. 23. “Road construction and maintenance are dangerous jobs,” said Joyce…

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Obituary: Dr. John Persson, 71, of Pentwater

September 24, 2025

Dr. John Craig Persson, 71, of Pentwater, formerly of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. Born on June 15, 1954, John, affectionately known as “Dino” by many, was the son of the late Clarence J. and Shirley M. (Newton) Persson. He graduated from Grosse Pointe North High School in 1972 and went on to earn his undergraduate degree…

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School bus safety PSA featuring NASCAR driver originated locally

September 23, 2025

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — A new school bus safety campaign has its origins at the West Shore Educational Service District. A public service announcement video featuring NASCAR driver Ryan Preece will talk about the…

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Lakeshore Food Club to host Harvesting Hope gala Oct. 2

September 23, 2025

LUDINGTON — Lakeshore Food Club will hold its annual Harvesting Hope gala on Thursday, Oct. 2 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lake House, 704 Maritime Dr. The event will include a farm-to-table dinner, opportunities to give, and networking. “Harvesting Hope is our night to stand together as a community, united by one powerful belief: that food is a…

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United Way campaign to kick off with concert

September 23, 2025

LUDINGTON — United Way of Mason County will kick off its 2025/2026 fundraising campaign on Thursday, Sept. 25 with a free community concert. The event will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. behind Jamesport Brewing Company in Ludington, will feature the band Groovix Cube, and is open to all members of the community. The campaign will be co-chaired by…

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