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By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief GRANT TOWNSHIP — Long before Ron Melchert II wore a fire chief’s helmet, he was helping build the fire station where he would spend nearly five decades serving his neighbors. For Melchert, being a firefighter was more than a responsibility or a title. It was a way of life, rooted in family tradition, a deep commitment…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Maritime historian, author and shipwreck explorer Valerie van Heest, whose work has helped shape the visitor experience at all three Mason County Historical Society museums, will be the featured speaker at the society’s annual dinner meeting Thursday, Dec. 3. Van Heest, one of Michigan’s leading maritime historians and shipwreck researchers, will present…
LUDINGTON — A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an Oct. 20 breaking and entering at Backstage Hobbies and Games, according to the Ludington Police Department. Ludington Police Chief Chris Jones announced Friday, Nov. 6, that the suspect had been identified and arrested following an investigation into the break-in at the business, located at 119 S. James St.…
LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington is asking residents to voluntarily help identify the material of the water service lines that serve their homes as the city continues its Lead Service Line Replacement Program. Like all communities across Michigan, Ludington is required under the state’s Lead and Copper Rule to inventory every water service line and replace lead lines, as…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026: 11:06 a.m., abandoned vehicle, 4000 block of North US 31, Victory Township. 11:44 a.m., two-vehicle crash, no injuries, State and Main streets, City of Scottville. 11:57 a.m., threats, 2000…
