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West Shore Civic Band to begin rehearsals

June 6, 2025

SCOTTVILLE — The West Shore Civic Band will hold its first rehearsal of the season on Monday, June 16, 2025. The band will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Mason County Central High School band room. The season runs until mid-August. Musicians of all ages and abilities are welcomed to attend. The band’s Monday Music Series provides enrichment…

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MSP asking for help in locating missing person

June 5, 2025

UPDATE, Friday, June 6, 2025, 9 p.m.: Mr. Peterson was located in a wooded area and transported to a hospital for treatment. The Michigan State Police Hart Post is requesting help in locating Jack Albert Peterson, a 67-year-old male, described as 6 feet, 6 inches tall, 200 pounds with green eyes, and brown/graying hair. Last contact with Peterson was the afternoon…

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MCC to offer summer meals for kids again

June 5, 2025

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Food Service will again offer free summer meals to children at various locations in Ludington, Scottville, and Victory Township. The free meals are non-income based, open to anyone ages 18 and younger or persons up to age 26 who…

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Library offering summer reading program for children, adults

June 5, 2025

The Mason County District Library will begin its 2025 Summer Reading Program beginning Friday, June 6. This year’s theme is “Color Our World” and is available to all age groups. Children are encouraged to read daily during the summer to keep comprehension skills strong. Adults are encouraged to take advantage of all that the library has to offer. Therefore, the adult…

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Obituary: Patricia Ann (Buckley) Cunningham, 82, of Ludington

June 5, 2025

Blessed by the grace of our Savior, Patrica Ann Cunningham journeyed home to heaven, Saturday, February 1, 2025. Born to the loving parents of Jayne and Donald Buckley on October 9, 1942, Patti entered this world as a cherished blessing under God’s watchful care. Patti was benevolent, always offering grace, compassion, kindness, and love to everyone she encountered. Her sharp…

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