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Drunk man allegedly causes courthouse ruckus

July 8, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — A 46-year-old Fountain man was arrested after “he was alleged to have caused a disturbance at the Mason County Courthouse” Tuesday, July 7, at 11 a.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “He was found to be intoxicated, which was a…

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A return to the firehouse rekindles memories of service

July 7, 2026

By Mark Varenhorst, MCP writer LUDINGTON — Having worked on several articles about the Mason County Sheriff’s Office over the past year, I found myself thinking that I needed to do one on the Ludington Fire Department. Public service has been a part of my…

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Prime returns to Ludington for another Oxy shipment

July 7, 2026

This MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, www.masoncountymihistory.org. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Norwegian-flagged tanker Prime returned to the Port of Ludington Tuesday, July 7, delivering another shipment of calcium chloride to the OxyChem plant on Pere Marquette…

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South Rath Avenue to close Tuesday for contractor work

July 7, 2026

LUDINGTON — Motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians should expect a temporary road closure on South Rath Avenue today, Tuesday, July 7, as a private contractor performs work in the area. According…

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79th District Court felony arraignments, published July 7, 2026

July 7, 2026

LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Tyler Jo Fink, 30, interfering with electronic communications. Offense date: June 8, 2026. Agency:…

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90th birthday party for Dale Sutton

July 7, 2026

A 90th birthday celebration will be held of Dale Sutton on Saturday, July 11, 1-4 p.m. at his home, 2207 S. Tuttle Road, Scottville (Custer Township). Friends, neighbors, and former…

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Fin & Feather Club offering CPL, hunter safety classes in August

July 7, 2026

SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County will host a concealed pistol license (CPL) class and a Michigan Department of Natural Resources hunter safety class during…

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Ludington library to host mobile planetarium, teen Kit Kat taste test

July 7, 2026

LUDINGTON — The Mason County District Library Ludington branch will host the CogNition Mobile Planetarium for one day on Monday, July 13, offering visitors an opportunity to explore the stars…

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Recent death: Pat McCarthy, 57, of Ludington

July 7, 2026

    Pat McCarthy, 57, of Ludington, died on Thursday, July 2, 2026. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, at noon, at Grace Funeral Home,…

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Recent death: Dean Lasley, 83, of Ludington

July 7, 2026

Dean Devoie Lasley, 83, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Beacon Cremation…

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Recent births, published July 7, 2026

July 7, 2026

The following births have been reported: Teller James Campbell, the son of Courtney and Kevin Campbell of Scottville, was born on Monday, July 6, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell…

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Descendants of PM captain connect with family history at maritime museum

July 6, 2026

This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — One of the most rewarding parts…

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Bomb squad removes pipe bomb from home

July 6, 2026

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor BRANCH TOWNSHIP — The Michigan State Police Sixth District Bomb Squad safely removed a homemade pipe bomb from a home in the 600 block of…

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Man receives 12th suspended license citation 

July 6, 2026

GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 55-year-old Pentwater man was cited for his 12th driving while license suspended offense following a traffic stop at Federal Park and LaSalle roads Sunday, July 5,…

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Deputy captures dirt bike thief red-handed

July 6, 2026

VICTORY TOWNSHIP — A 31-year-old Scottville man was arrested by a Mason County sheriff’s deputy who was canvassing a neighborhood after a resident reported the theft to two dirt bikes…

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Police seek warrant after man kicks in door

July 6, 2026

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Police are seeking a warrant for the arrest of a 21-year-old Fountain man on charges of home invasion, damaged property, assault, larceny and child endangerment after…

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Texas man injured after falling asleep behind the wheel

July 6, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — A 72-year-old Pharr, Texas man received minor injuries after he…

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Ludington PD report, published July 6, 2026

July 6, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Ludington Police Department: Thursday, July 2,…

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Ludington utility projects will cause street closures this week

July 6, 2026

LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington will begin two roadway utility repair projects this week that are expected to cause temporary traffic disruptions in different parts of the city. Beginning…

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Obituary: Joan Edith Schwass, 92, of Ludington

July 6, 2026

Joan “Joanie” Edith (Ziemkowski) Schwass, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026. She was 92. Joanie was born on September 15, 1933, to Harry and Claudia (Laird) Ziemkowski. She graduated…

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Memorial service for Lyle Hanson

July 6, 2026

A memorial service for Lyle Hanson will be held on Friday, July 10, 2026, at noon at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.…

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