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79th District Court news, posted May 9, 2024

May 9, 2024

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Charles Keith Moody, 35; four counts of delivery/manufacturing a controlled substance (narcotics/cocaine) and fourth offense habitual offender; arrested Feb. 1 by Ludington Police Department; arraigned May 2; preliminary hearing: May 22; bai: $100,000 cash. -Marshon Lafon Heath, Jr., 27; three counts…

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Friends of Ludington State Park announces summer music and program series

May 9, 2024

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Friends of Ludington State Park, in conjunction with Ludington State Park and the LSP interpretive program, announce the 2024 Summer Series featuring 22 programs. All events are free and begin at 7 p.m. Most will be at the amphitheater in Ludington State Park, just south of the Big Sable River walking bridge with a rain location of…

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Obituary: Frederick Arthur Collins, 65, of Fountain

May 9, 2024

Fredrick Arthur Collins, 65, of Fountain, passed away May 8, 2024.  He was born May 20, 1959, to George and Verda Collins. Fred enjoyed tree trimming, cutting wood, and doing odd jobs. He also enjoyed working on vehicles. He is survived by his son, Shawn Collins; his two daughters, Bridget May and Melissa Cochran; two grandsons and one granddaughter; his…

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Stage Left Theatre Co. to host Intro to Acting workshop

May 9, 2024

LUDINGTON —  The Stage Left Theatre Company is hosting an Intro to Acting workshop on Saturday, June 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St. The program will be lead by Thomas L. Phillips, a graduate of West Shore Community College who acted in many theatre productions during his time there.…

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Service notice: Ted Parkinson, 82, of Ludington

May 9, 2024

Ted Parkinson, 82, of Ludington, died on January 16, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, with visitation at 10 a.m. Ted will be laid to rest at Lakeview Cemetery in Ludington. Memorial contributions in Ted’s honor can be directed to Furry Friends or…

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