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Driver arrested for 3rd-offense OWI after allegedly crossing center line into path of patrol car

March 13, 2023

Driver arrested for 3rd-offense OWI after allegedly crossing center line into path of patrol car Another drunk driving arrest over the weekend involved the driver fleeing after hitting a vehicle and then hitting a pole. CUSTER TOWNSHIP — A 49-year-old Bitely woman was arrested by a Mason County sheriff’s deputy for third-offense operating while intoxicated after reportedly crossing over the…

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County board to discuss school resource officers

March 13, 2023

County board to discuss school resource officers PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a request from Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole for the addition of a second school resource officer (SRO) when it meets for its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 14.  The commission agenda includes a service agreement between Mason County and…

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Sandcastles to hold The Masked (Local) Singer fundraiser 

March 13, 2023

Sandcastles to hold The Masked (Local) Singer fundraiser  LUDINGTON — Sandcastles Children’s Museum will hold a fundraiser on Friday, April 21 titled The Masked (Local) Singer. The evening will celebrate the museum’s 17th year along with the opening of two new exhibits.  The event is based on the popular FOX television show, where celebrities perform in elaborate full-body costumes and…

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Beekeepers to meet Thursday

March 13, 2023

Beekeepers to meet Thursday SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Beekeepers of Mason County will hold its first meeting of 2023 on Thursday, March 16, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at United Methodist Church of Scottville, 114 W. State St. Meetings are free.  Anyone with questions may contact Lenny at 773-320-8828 or ifneedbee10@gmail.com. For more information, visit www.scottvillebeekeepers.org

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79th District Court arraignments, posted March 12, 2023

March 12, 2023

79th District Court arraignments, posted March 12, 2023 By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Alys Jean Benyo, 35, possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine/ecstasy); arrested Dec. 17, 2022 by Mason County Sheriff’s Office; arraigned March 8; probable cause hearing: March 22; bail: $10,000 cash. -Cara Ann Ramsey,…

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