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Scottville Mayor recall petitions denied due to error

October 26, 2023

Scottville Mayor recall petitions denied due to error By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Mason County Clerk’s office has rejected the petitions turned in to its office in an attempt to recall Scottville Mayor Marcy Spencer. The clerk’s office reports that 12 petitions were turned in with 113 signatures, but the petition organizer, former city commissioner Eric Thue, left…

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West Shore Bank to hold Spirit of Giving in November

October 26, 2023

West Shore Bank to hold Spirit of Giving in November LUDINGTON — The annual West Shore Bank Spirit of Giving returns this November as “Giving November” to help raise donations for various non-profits spread across the 6 counties they serve. West Shore Bank will host various fundraising initiatives at different branch locations, along with several in- person events throughout the…

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News Alert: Possible fire at Covenant Christian School

October 26, 2023

News Alert: Possible fire at Covenant Christian School AMBER TOWNSHIP — Firefighters have been dispatched to Covenant Christian School, 2980 W. US 10-31 for a report of a structure fire. The school has been evacuated.

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Gallie announces retirement as Amber Township supervisor

October 25, 2023

Gallie announces retirement as Amber Township supervisor By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — Amber Township Supervisor Jim Gallie, Sr. has announced he will be retiring effective Dec. 31. Gallie notified the township Board of Trustees during its regular monthly meeting Monday, Oct. 23. Gallie has served as township supervisor since April 2013 when he was appointed to replace Larry…

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Charges sought for 3 suspects who allegedly smashed pumpkins against food truck

October 25, 2023

Charges sought for 3 suspects who allegedly smashed pumpkins against food truck The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP —The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is seeking criminal charges against three suspects who allegedly damaged a food truck by smashing pumpkins against a food truck at The 10…

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