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Cigarette smuggling scheme goes up in smoke.

February 24, 2016
Cigarette smuggling scheme goes up in smoke.

LUDINGTON — Mason County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested a 19-year-old Detroit man on a seven-count felony warrant Tuesday, Feb. 23, following a two-month investigation involving the illegal sale of cigarettes; stealing ATM (automated teller machine) cards; and identity theft. MCSO also has the same seven-count warrant for another 19-year-old Detroit man who remains at large, according to a press release…

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Scottville woman arrested for failing to appear in child support case.

February 24, 2016
Scottville woman arrested for failing to appear in child support case.

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 24-year-old Scottville woman was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, Feb. 23, at 1:28 p.m. in the 4800 block of W. US 10 on an outstanding failure to appear warrant in reference to unpaid child support totaling $2,079. Other local law enforcement activity Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016 includes: – 1:26 a.m., (Michigan State…

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MOPS group donates to food pantry.

February 24, 2016
MOPS group donates to food pantry.

LUDINGTON — Members of MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)/MOMSnext recently collected over 730 food items to be donated to the Mason County Salvation Army food pantry. Shown are the members who collectively donated the largest amount, 250. The mothers support group meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Cornerstone Baptist Church from 9 to 11 a.m. with childcare provided.

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Obituary: Barbara Bates, 65, Custer.

February 23, 2016
Obituary: Barbara Bates, 65, Custer.

Barbara Jean (Hillier) Bates, aged 65 of Custer, passed away peacefully at her home early Monday morning, February 22, 2016 surrounded by her family. Barbara was born on August 16, 1950 in Ludington, the daughter of Virgil Hillier and Joyce Curran and was later adopted by her paternal grandparents Ada and Perry Hillier.  She grew up in the Ludington area and…

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Dual enrollment scholarships available at West Shore.

February 23, 2016
Dual enrollment scholarships available at West Shore.

VICTORY TOWNSHIP – West Shore Community College officials have announced that scholarships are now available to high school students who are taking dual enrollment courses. The scholarships are provided through a gift to the College’s foundation by Hardman Construction Company of Ludington. The scholarships will be based on financial need and a record of academic achievement. Dual enrolled students earn credit toward…

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