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MCC Middle School veterans program cancelled

November 5, 2013

SCOTTVILLE — The annual Mason County Central Middle School Veterans Day program has been cancelled. “Due to unforeseen circumstances this year, we will not be able to maintain the quality program this year as we have over the past 15 years,” program organizer and teacher Phil Quinlan said. “The students of MCC Middle School have had the privilege of honoring…

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Wife of alleged trooper shooter to appear in court today

November 5, 2013
Wife of alleged trooper shooter to appear in court today

LUDINGTON — Sarah Knysz of Luther, the wife of the man accused of murdering Trooper Paul Butterfield, is scheduled to appear in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court today for a final conference at 3:30 p.m. The pregnant 20-year-old has been charged with accessory to murder, after the fact and unlawfully driving away a motor vehicle in connection to the Sept.…

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Manistee woman arraigned for stalking, arson

November 4, 2013
Manistee woman arraigned for stalking, arson

UPDATED. This story was first posted Saturday, Nov. 2. FREE SOIL TWP. – A 43-year-old Manistee County woman was arrested Saturday for aggravated stalking and for arson of personal property. Troopers from the Michigan State Police Hart Post were contacted by the victim on November 1, who stated some of his property had been burned. Troopers investigated the crime and…

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Douglas was a valued crew member, loved his family

November 4, 2013

LUDINGTON — Michael Douglas, the man who died in an industrial accident on board the PM 41 barge Sunday, had worked for Pere Marquette Shipping since 2006, a company spokeswoman said today. “We are deeply saddened to report that an accident took place aboard the Pere Marquette 41, Sunday, November 3 resulting in the death of respected crew member, Michael…

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All Access provides a different approach to health care

November 4, 2013
All Access provides a different approach to health care

In partnership with the Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce, Mason County Press presents The Business Plan, a series that discusses business in Mason County. On Tuesday, Nov. 5, the chamber will host a Networking Breakfast at All Access Care, 329 N. Jebavy Dr. The networking opportunity costs $5 for chamber members and $10 for non members. It begins…

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