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Library to hold adult craft night

April 4, 2024

LUDINGTON — The Ludington branch of the Mason County District Library will hold an adult craft night on Wednesday, April 10 from 5 to 6 p.m. Crafter and artist Marie Bennett will lead the program, making drinkware. All materials will be provided. No signup is required but supplies are limited. One creation per person. Light snacks will be provided. There…

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Exploring the old Manistee & Grand Rapids Railroad

April 3, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s Note: On Saturday, June 1, the Mason County Historical Society will host Ghost Tour ’24: Trains, Towns, and Lumber Camps. This bus tour will explore the former Manistee & Grand Rapids Railroad along with ghost towns and former lumber camps that existed along the route. Click here to learn more. A special thanks to Mike…

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Mortensen promoted to Cone Drive plant manager

April 3, 2024

Spartan News: Alumni Feature Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press.  PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Chad Mortensen has recently been named plant manager at Cone Drive’s Ludington location. Cone Drive produces precision drives used in diverse markets including solar, automation, aerial platforms, and food and beverage. Mortensen began working at Cone…

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Family Health Care aims to increase access to OB/GYN services

April 2, 2024

BADLWIN — For over 25 years Dr. Dannie Gentry has been providing women’s health care in Baldwin and is currently serving patients at Family Health Care providing a wide range of personalized gynecological and obstetrical services for women close. “Dr. Gentry is a well-known OB/GYN in Mason and Lake counties,” said registered nurse Jennifer Howe,  who is the clinical operations…

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Ludington Offshore Classic returns July 15-21

April 1, 2024

LUDINGTON — The annual Ludington Offshore Classic/Big Boys Fishing Tournament is scheduled for July 15-21 with daily events for professionals, amateurs, women and youth. Registration is open online, and the contests are expected to draw hundreds of participants from around the Midwest. The event has grown in popularity over the last 21 years. The Offshore Classic Pro Division will pay…

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