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Classic car tour will make Ludington a stop in June

February 17, 2025

LUDINGTON — Approximately 400 people in 250 classic cars are expected to visit Ludington as part of a six-day driving tour via backroads to four overnight destinations in Michigan. In previous tours, there have been cars from every generation participating: Model Ts to Rat Rods, convertibles to trucks, Camaros to Corvettes, and even electric vehicles making their way on the…

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Footprints in the snow lead to mail theft arrest

February 17, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Footprints in the snow led to the arrest of an 18-year-old Ludington man who is accused of stealing US mail on Jebavy Drive near Rasmussen Road early Saturday morning, Feb. 15, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The man…

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A light at the end of the winter tunnel — lighthouse keepers announce 2025 calendar

February 17, 2025

LUDINGTON — The chill of winter will soon give way to brighter days ahead, and the Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association has announced its 2025 calendar of events that take place during the warm months. The SPLKA invites lighthouse enthusiasts, families and all visitors to explore and celebrate the rich maritime history of Lake Michigan. SPLKA operates four iconic lighthouses…

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Closings and cancellations, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025

February 16, 2025

The following are closings and cancellations for Monday, Feb. 17, 2025. Please check the list for updates. Schools Covenant Christian School, Ludington Hart Public Schools Ludington Area Catholic School (virtual learning day) Ludington Area School District Mason County Eastern Schools Manistee Area Public Schools Oceana Christian School in Hart Shelby Public Schools Trinity Lutheran School, Manistee West Shore Community College…

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Winter weather advisory remains in effect until 7 a.m. Tuesday

February 16, 2025

UPDATE: THE WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL 7 A.M. TUESDAY A winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service remains in effect until 7 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18. Expect additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches and winds gusting as high as 35 mph. Sub zero wind chills are also expected by Monday morning. The advisory includes…

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