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North breakwater closed.

August 24, 2018

North breakwater closed. LUDINGTON — The north breakwater at Stearns Park has been closed due to water levels, weather warnings and wave conditions.   The breakwater will be reopened when conditions improve, according to the Ludington Police Department.

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Amber Township man arraigned for criminal sexual conduct. 

August 24, 2018

Victory Township man arraigned for criminal sexual conduct.  #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Daniel Aaron VanKampen, 28, of 2985 N. Gordon Rd., Victory Township, was arrested by the Michigan State Police (MSP) for a felony of second-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC). Preliminary exam: Sept. 5…

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79th District Court sentencings.

August 24, 2018

79th District Court sentencings. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: – Jordan Michael Sanders, 23, of 305 N. Robert St., Ludington, was found guilty Aug. 21 of prowling – disorderly and was sentenced to 90 days discretionary jail for six months and $285 in fines and costs. –…

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Momentum Business Plan finalists announced.

August 24, 2018

Momentum Business Plan finalists announced. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Five finalists have been selected for the annual Momentum Business Plan Competition, which has a $50,000 prize. The event is coordinated by the Ludington and Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce. The five presenters will be (listed in alphabetical order) –Cynthia Lang Pilates, HumaniTea, Leta’s Educational Child Care, The Lake House, and…

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Event will discuss mental illness and its effects on families.

August 23, 2018

Event will discuss mental illness and its effects on families. LUDINGTON — A free community event on mental health’s impact on families will be held Sept. 19 at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts. The event will feature preview scenes from “Coming Up For Air,” a feature film shot in Ludington and other parts of west Michigan.  The event…

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