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Rep. Franz recognized for perfect attendance in Lansing

December 28, 2013
Rep. Franz recognized for perfect attendance in Lansing

LANSING — State Rep. Ray Franz achieved a perfect attendance record for the 2013 legislative year. The Onekama Republican, who represents Mason County, participated in every legislative session this past year, as well as in all hearings before committees he serves on. “I take the responsibility of serving the people in the 101st District very seriously,” Franz said. “Residents sent…

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State Police offers snowmobile safety tips

December 28, 2013

HART — The Michigan State Police Hart Post reminds you to be cautious this winter before venturing out on a frozen lake or pond. Remember that there is no such thing as 100 percent safe ice.  The safest ice to walk on or drive on is new, clear ice that is not covered by snow.  The minimum thickness of ice…

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Oceana County Parent Connection Meeting

December 28, 2013

PENTWATER — The Oceana County Parent Coalition will hold its bi-monthly Parent Connection meeting on Thursday, January 9th from 5:30- 7:30 p.m. at Storybook Village, 560 S. Hancock St. Guest speaker for the evening will be Katie Jourdan from District Health Department #10 speaking on “Whooping Cough: It Can Take Your Breath Away.” Dinner and childcare will be provided and…

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Cox sworn in as Ludington mayor

December 27, 2013
Cox sworn in as Ludington mayor

LUDINGTON — Ryan Cox was sworn in as the new mayor of Ludington this afternoon. Cox’s term officially begins on Jan. 1. Also sworn in were city councilors Kathy Winczewski, second ward, Wanda Marrison, fourth ward and Gary Castonia, sixth ward. Pictured: City Clerk Deb Luskin, Winczewski, Cox , Marrison and Castonia.

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Alcohol allowed on the Avenue for Ball Drop

December 27, 2013
Alcohol allowed on the Avenue for Ball Drop

LUDINGTON — New Year’s Eve is less than a week away, which means the fifth annual downtown Ludington New Year’s Eve Ball Drop. The ball drop has received a facelift this year and as a result the event space is now larger offering greater space for attendees to ring in the new year. Attendees of drinking age will be able to…

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