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LANSING – Michigan’s cherry industry is in a highly vulnerable position, experts agree, and President Donald Trump’s on-and-off tariffs aren’t making things easier for growers.
The Mason County Jail has seen a jump in its population over the last year, much of this was said to be due to drug-related crimes.
LACA to host Colorado based Strutz May 31
Did you catch a Master Angler fish? The Master Angler program includes more than 45 species for which you can compete for honors. The Master Angler Patch is awarded to all entries meeting the established minimum length for each species. Visit Michigan.gov/MasterAngler to apply.
Stepping into Schohl’s Jewelry on James Street is stepping back to a gentile, bygone era. The wooden floor is worn smooth with foot traffic of nearly 100 years. The cherry display cases flanking the showroom are ornamented with oval leaf carvings and originally displayed china and glassware,…
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It’s that time again! St. Patrick’s Day? Spring? Not yet! It’s time for the 33rd annual Family AfFAIR being hosted at Mason County Central High School.
This weekend, many of us attended the funeral of our dear friend and classmate, Sammi Bateson, who was tragically killed in front of our school 12 days ago. Since that time, we have suffered a range of emotions including shock, dismay, anger, frustration and just pure sadness. During today’s…
Ludington Police Department, K9 Bella has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., according to a press release provided by the Police Chief Chris Jones on Monday.
MANISTEE – Not quite a century old, the 38-foot tall Manistee Lighthouse is about to be reborn.
After almost two years of enduring construction and remodeling and still running a school, the construction projects at Ludington High School and the OJ DeJonge Middle School are finished and ready to be unveiled to the community.
FREMONT – The Manistee girls soccer team saw its undefeated streak ended Monday night with a 6-1 loss at Fremont in West Michigan Conference action.
Banquet tickets for the Mason County Sports Hall of Fame 2025 Induction Ceremony, as well as raffle tickets are now available for purchase.
TUESDAY, APRIL 22
Turkey hunting, like deer hunting, can be a game of limiting your mistakes. And the number one mistake is calling too often.
The Oriole softball team hosted Onekama for a doubleheader softball game on Thursday, winning the first game 7-5. but dropping the second, 13-4 at Oriole Field.
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Discover playful fashion, perfect gifts, and big-brand charm at Purple Monkey & ABC Kidz—Ludington’s go-to for little trendsetters.
Looking for a cleaning service that is both thorough and reliable? K & C Clean is the one to call. Owned and operated by Kelly Savich, K & C Clean serves an extensive area, from Shelby to Manistee and as far east as Baldwin. They offer residential, commercial, and new construction cl…
The Ludington Meat Company is such a grand place to get your tasty meats the Michigan Meat Association recently awarded the gold medal business some Grand Prizes – literally.
For over eight decades, the Sand Bar has been a cornerstone of Ludington’s nightlife and live music scene. A place where memories are made, friendships are forged, and locals and visitors alike gather to unwind. Now, under new ownership by Scott and Sylwia Farley, the Sand Bar is entering an…
Quite simply, one century-old supply and lumber company located in Ludington and other locations across West Michigan can tell you everything you need to know about them in just one word – standard.
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A man from Ludington lead Mason County Sheriff deputies on a high-speed chase Monday, only to be stopped by a hit to a building.
A Ludington man is facing arraignment on a weapons charge and felonious assault in relation to an incident Friday, according to a press release provided Monday by Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole.
MANISTEE COUNTY — A 27-year-old man from Mancelona was arraigned this week in Manistee County and charged with six counts of varying degrees in the alleged sexual abuse of a child that spanned several years, according to a press release provided by the Michigan State Police.
Drugs, parole violation
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Just short of 60 years ago, a young songwriter weaved a melodic poem that still humbles and haunts us today.
On March 25 unmarked immigration officials without warning grabbed Tufts’ doctoral student Rumeysa Opzruek outside of Boston and shoved her in a van and put her in detention in Louisiana. She had written an article in Tufts University’s student paper supporting Palestinians.
After two terms in the United States Senate, Gary Peters is calling it quits. “I will say, over these last few years, it gets harder every single year,” the Michigan Democrat told CNN. “The middle is disappearing.”
