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Celebration of Life for Ellen Schroeder scheduled

May 13, 2026

A celebration of life for Ellen Schroeder will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the American Legion Post 76, in Ludington.   Ellen Rae (Durham) Schroeder, 70, of Ludington, died on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026. Read her obituary here.  Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing…

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Obituary: Barbara Lynn “Barb” Dodson, 87, of Scottville

May 13, 2026

Barbara Lynn “Barb” Dodson, 87, of Scottville, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2026. Barb was born on Sept. 27, 1938 in Free Soil to Vance and Clara Rosenow.  Barb attended Scottville/Mason County Central schools, and graduated with the class of 1956. She attended West Shore Community College and obtained her certification for her LPN (licensed practical nurse.) Barb went on…

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Employment: Part-time Music Director

May 13, 2026

St. John’s Church Position: Part-time Music Director Overview: Seeking a passionate director to lead music ministry. Services feature a blended worship style. Responsibilities: ·         Direct music for one weekly Sunday morning service ·         Play an instrument and lead vocals for worship services. ·         Meet with Pastor for worship planning and occasional special services. Requirements: Musical experience with a variety of songs and ability to work and perform with…

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Carferry documentary to premiere Saturday at arts center; panel discussion at maritime museum

May 12, 2026

LUDINGTON — A new indepndently-produed documentary chronicling the history of the SS Badger and the Great Lakes railroad carferry era will premiere on Saturday, May 16. “Railroad on Water: The Legend of the SS Badger,” produced by Delay In Block Productions, will debut with special screenings at 10 a.m and 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, at the Ludington Area…

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Recall petition applications against Hamlin officials filed, again

May 12, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Mason County Election Commission will meet May 21 to review recall petition language targeting two Hamlin Township officials. According to a notice posted Tuesday by Mason County Clerk Cheryl Kelly, the commission will meet at 8:30 a.m. to review a recall petition against Hamlin Township Treasurer Susan Ptaszenski and at 9 a.m. to…

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