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Dickson to retire as library director

May 7, 2013

LUDINGTON — After 19 years as the Director of the Mason County District Library and 18 years before that as the Director of the Mason County Library in Scottville, Robert  Dickson asked the library board to begin the search for his replacement.  The library board has hired the firm of Hartzell-Mika Consulting of East Lansing, Michigan to facilitate the search for…

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Neighborhood shook up by exploding targets

May 7, 2013

SUMMIT TWP. — An explosive target rocked part of Summit Township Tuesday night causing a few people to call 911. Central Dispatch called out Riverton Township Fire Department just after 9 p.m. for a report of an explosion with a plume of smoke in the area of Pere Marquette Highway and Anthony Road. Fire Chief Joe Cooper went directly to…

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Bill would provide free state park entrance to some veterans

May 7, 2013

LANSING — The Michigan House today approved legislation supported by state Rep. Ray Franz that would provide free Recreation Passports for disabled veterans, former prisoners of war and Medal of Honor recipients. House Bill 4297 would give disabled veterans free entry at all state parks, recreation areas and boat access sites. House Bill 4439 is a companion bill that would…

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Volunteers needed for visitor center

May 7, 2013

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is gearing up for summer and seeking volunteers to staff the Visitor Information Center, located in Downtown Ludington. The Visitor Center will officially open on Memorial Day weekend. Hours are Monday through Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday noon to 3 p.m. Those who are interested in volunteering…

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Badger partners with Road America

May 7, 2013

ELKHART LAKE, Wis., – Road America announced today a special partnership with the S.S. Badger, the largest carferry on Lake Michigan, offering race fans a convenient and affordable travel option to take a shortcut across the water from Michigan and enjoy events at America’s National Park of Speed! “We are excited to give race fans more options when traveling to Road America,”…

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