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Fountain man arrested for drunk driving

May 30, 2014
Fountain man arrested for drunk driving

BRANCH TWP. — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 30-year-old Fountain man Thursday night for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, second offense. The arrest occurred following a traffic stop at 10:15 p.m. at U.S. 10 and Taylor Road. Other activity of the sheriff’s office for Thursday, May 29, 2014 included: – 12:02 a.m.: Unwanted person call, 100 block…

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Car wash to help Dumas family

May 30, 2014

SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Middle School is sponsoring a fundraiser to support the Scott Dumas family, a sixth grade social studies teacher, who was a victim of hit and run accident on April 16.  Scott is presently recovering from serious injuries as a result of this tragic accident.   On Saturday, May 31, 2014 MCC Middle School students will be…

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DNR announces June/July workshops on new Waterways Program Grant requirement

May 29, 2014

The Department of Natural Resources’ Parks and Recreation Division recently announced a schedule of workshops to discuss the inclusion of a five-year plan as part of the DNR’s Waterways Program Grant application process.  This change will allow communities to incorporate local harbors into their budget process just like any other community asset., encouraging a more holistic approach to long-term community goals and recreational benefits to…

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Amber Twp. native takes command of Marine helicopter squadron

May 29, 2014
Amber Twp. native takes command of Marine helicopter squadron

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief.  Amber Township native Lt. Col. Mike Harmon recently took command of the Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 302. Harmon has been in the Marines for 21 years and has served as a helicopter aviator since 1995. “Selection was a bit of a surprise,” Harmon said. “I have been considered for command several times in the past but…

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3 arrested by deputies Wednesday

May 29, 2014

PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 31-year-old Scottville man Wednesday in the McDonald’s restaurant parking lot. The man was wanted on two outstanding warrants from Kent County friend of the court, arrears of $26,293 and $2,156. Friend of the court warrants are typically for past due child support payments. Deputies also arrested a 37-year-old…

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