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Sept. 9, 1910: The sinking of the PM 18, the worst disaster to strike Ludington carferries

September 9, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief The worst disaster to ever strike the Ludington-based carferry fleet occurred on Sept. 9, 1910 when the S.S. Pere Marquette 18 sunk 20 miles southeast of Sheboygan, Wis., resulting in the death of 29 people. History will rank it as the second worst carferry disaster on Lake Michigan and the third worst on the Great Lakes.…

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Local artist’s work selected for Walk-a-Mile Rally Button

August 21, 2024

Mental Health Matters is a presentation of West Michigan Community Mental Health in partnership with Mason County Press.  By Lori Schummer, Director of Public Relations and Customer Services, West Michigan Community Mental Health LUDINGTON — Dawn McHale, a local artist and member of the Consumer Advisory Panel at West Michigan Community Mental Health, has received a significant honor. Her abstract…

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Mental Health Matters: West Michigan CMH spreads mental health awareness

May 14, 2024

By: Lori Schummer West Michigan Community Mental Health director of public relations and customer services In today’s changing world, more and more people are talking openly about mental health. May, known as Mental Health Awareness Month, is a special time to show kindness and understanding to those facing tough times with their mental health. It’s a chance for us all…

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1898 triple murder/suicide among Mason County’s most brutal crimes

May 2, 2024

This article is presented by the Mason County Historical Society in partnership with Mason County Press.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — Ron Chappel is a fifth generation resident of Free Soil Township. He and his wife, Thelma, live right on Michigan Street, the main street, in the village of Free Soil. His family has made a mark…

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The Mason County Quiz, Carferries, April 26, 2024

April 26, 2024

The Mason County Quiz is presented by Lake Michigan Senior Living, located on the bluffs of Lake Michigan in beautiful Summit Township. How much do you know about Mason County? See answers here. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief 1. What year was the SS Spartan carferry launched?  a. 1941 b. 1952 c. 1953 d. 1979 B: 1952 The SS Spartan was…

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