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Lots to do today: Old engines, FNL, free movie

August 2, 2013

Looking for something to do today? Start your day off at the Western Michigan Old Engine Club Show at Scottville Riverside Park. The 40th annual show goes on all day. See previous story. Then, at 6 p.m. head to downtown Ludington for Friday Night Live. Among the many things to see there tonight will be the Scottville Clown Band at…

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Mud run to benefit 9-year-old

August 2, 2013

CUSTER TWP. — A mud run being held Saturday from noon to 7 p.m. will benefit 9-year-old Gabe Sessions of Scottville, who has muscular dystrophy. The mud run is located on Hansen Road between Custer and Schoenherr roads. Signs will direct people to the site. Food and beverages will be available. Admission is by donation.

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Two brothers drown in Carr Settlement pond

August 1, 2013

LAKE TWP., Lake County — Two brothers, ages 7 and 9, were found drowned in a man-made pond on a farm on Tyndall Road in Carr Settlement early Thursday evening. The road is on the county line and the incident happened on the Lake County side. According to 9 and 10 News, the boys were playing in the backyard this…

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District court, as of July 31, 2013

August 1, 2013

By Allison Scarbrough. MCP Correspondent. LUDINGTON — The following defendants were sentenced this week in 79th District Court: – Donnie Dean Francis, 38, of 8578 E. US-10, Branch, was found guilty July 29 of failure to display a valid license. He was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served; $275 in fines and costs; and…

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Arraignments, as of July 31, 2013

August 1, 2013

By Allison Scarbrough. MCP Correspondent. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned this past week in front of the magistrate of the 79th District Court. Felonies – Christine Margaret Cota, 41, of 122 S. Wildwood Crossing, Apt. 20, Ludington, was arrested July 26 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) for a felony of forgery. A preliminary exam is set for…

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