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Ludington man’s body recovered from Hamlin Lake

September 4, 2026

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The body of a 68-year-old Ludington man who drowned in Hamlin Lake Wednesday evening was recovered Friday morning, Sept. 4, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Doug Laman, 68, of Ludington, has been identified as the man who was reported missing Wednesday evening, Sept. 2, after his unoccupied fishing boat was found circling on the lake.…

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Man sentenced to prison for terrorizing his children, ex-wife

September 4, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 44-year-old Scottville man was sentenced to consecutive prison terms for convictions of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, second-degree child abuse, assault with a dangerous weapon and malicious use of a telecommunications device Tuesday, Sept. 1, in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court. Michael Reece Herndon  pleaded no…

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Shelby State Bank announces personnel changes

September 4, 2026

SHELBY — Shelby State Bank recently announced several personnel changes, including new positions for Clarissa Moon, Jessica Younts and Amy Noonan. Moon transitioned from branch officer at the bank’s Montague office to branch officer in Shelby. In her new role, Moon will continue working with customers and overseeing branch operations. She is also involved in volunteer efforts and community organizations.…

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Men Who Care donates $3,400 to Hope for Neighbors

September 4, 2026

LUDINGTON — Men Who Care of Mason County presented a $3,400 donation to Hope for Neighbors Thursday, Sept. 3, continuing the group’s quarterly effort to support charitable causes. Delight Lester of Hope for Neighbors accepted the donation. A ceremonial check was presented for $3,350, but a last-minute contribution increased the final amount to $3,400. Fifty-five people contributed to the donation.…

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Scottville Clown Band donates $5,000 to MCC, Ludington band programs

September 3, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Clown Band has donated a total of $5,000 to the Mason County Central and Ludington Area school districts’ band programs, continuing the organization’s long-standing mission of supporting youth music education. Each district recently received $2,500 from the Clown Band. The donation to Mason County Central came from money raised during the Spartan Reunion concert held Aug.…

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