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Man who got in gunfight with deputy after armed robbery sentenced to 18-40 years

January 24, 2023

Man who got in gunfight with deputy after armed robbery sentenced to 18-40 years By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. HART — A 52-year-old Mears man convicted of armed robbery was sentenced to 18-40 years in prison in Oceana County’s 51st Circuit Court Monday, Jan. 23.  Harold Raymond Labeau, of 5845 W. 6th St., robbed and assaulted an elderly couple in Oceana…

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Domestic violence cases top police activity

January 24, 2023

Domestic violence cases top police activity The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023: 3:05 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 58-year-old Fountain man was cited for driving with an expired license, Victory Road west of Decker Road, Amber Township. Monday, Jan. 23, 2023: ​8:48 a.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 14-year-old girl was referred to juvenile…

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Emergency home repair loans available 

January 24, 2023

Emergency home repair loans available  SCOTTVILLE — Home repair loans are available through the Mason County Emergency Repair Program, a deferred payment loan to eligible homeowners to make needed repairs to their homes. The program goal is to improve houses of low to medium income through a zero (0) percent interest deferred loan.  It is a service provided by the…

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Amber Township woman found not guilty on domestic assault charges

January 24, 2023

Amber Township woman found not guilty on domestic assault charges LUDINGTON — A 43-year-old Amber Township woman was found not guilty by a jury Monday during a trial in 79th District Court. Jaytria Lynn Traeger was charged on Aug. 2, 2022 for domestic assault following her arrest by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred at Liv Wildwood Apartments…

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Public Notice: Commissioner Vacancy, City of Scottville

January 24, 2023

Public Notice: Commissioner Vacancy, City of Scottville The City of Scottville is currently accepting letters of interest for the purpose of filling a “Commissioner At-Large” vacancy. This seat is a partial term, set to expire November 2024. The successful applicant must be a resident of the City of Scottville for at least one year immediately preceding their appointment to office.…

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