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County commission to consider senior funding at monthly meeting

May 8, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Board of Commissioners will consider certifying a 2026 senior services millage levy and approving a senior funding application during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, May 12, at 9 a.m. at the Mason County Airport Terminal, 5300 W. US 10. Commissioners are scheduled to consider a request to certify a 0.2947-mill levy for senior…

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Obituary: Margaret E. Baker, 105, of Ludington

May 8, 2026

Margaret E. Baker, 105, of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday Nov. 11, 2025, at Oakview Medical Care Facility. Margaret was born on Sept. 17, 1920, in Carr Settlement, the daughter of Fred and Irma (Nelson) Burke. She graduated from Scottville High School in 1937. She went on to Davenport University where she earned her associate degree. She married her high…

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Recent births, published May 8, 2026

May 8, 2026

The following births have been reported: Ace Kyrie Robertson, the son of Nina and Antonio Robertson of Scottville, was born on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births List of 2025 births   __________________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for…

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Employment: Special Education Supervisor

May 8, 2026

West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Supervisor. Master’s degree or full approval for Supervisor of Special Education, a special education endorsement, and three years experience in special education is required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org.  Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore…

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WSCC millage renewal appears headed for passage

May 7, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s operating millage renewal proposal appears headed for passage following the release of unofficial election results from Manistee County Tuesday night. The proposal maintains the current rate of 0.9604 mills, generating approximately $4.1 million annually over a 10-year period. These funds have historically supported facility maintenance, program equipment, and capital…

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