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Dinosaur events to wrap up library summer reading program

August 21, 2026

Mason County District Library will wrap up its “Unearth a Story” 2026 Summer Reading Program with two dinosaur-themed events next week at its Ludington and Scottville branches. Dinosaur Day will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, at the Ludington branch. The event will include a dinosaur-themed story, crafts and snacks. The Tea-Rex Party will be held at noon…

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Scottville commission to consider code of conduct for elected, appointed officials

August 20, 2026

SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville City Commission will consider adopting a code of conduct for elected and appointed officials when it meets Monday, Aug. 24. The proposed Code of Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials comes to the commission at the recommendation of the city’s Personnel Committee. The committee is asking commissioners to adopt the document as an official city policy…

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Walk of Hope returns to Ludington Sept. 8

August 20, 2026

Story by Lori Schummer, Director of Public Relations and Customer Service, West Michigan Community Mental Health LUDINGTON — West Michigan Community Mental Health will bring its annual Walk of Hope back to Ludington in September, offering an evening focused on suicide prevention, mental health awareness and connecting residents with community resources. The third annual Walk of Hope will be held…

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NRA Foundation grant supports Fin & Feather Club firearm safety programs

August 20, 2026

SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The NRA Foundation has awarded the Fin & Feather Club of Mason County a community grant to expand firearm safety, hunting and marksmanship education. The funding will support several community programs aimed at promoting firearm safety, responsible ownership and shooting skills among children and adults. Planned programs include gun accident prevention education for elementary-age children, hunter safety…

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79th District Court felony arraignments, published Aug. 20, 2026

August 20, 2026

LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Jayson David LaPorte, 49, methamphetamine/ecstasy possession and felony firearm. Offense date: Aug. 14, 2026. Agency: Mason County Sheriff’s Office. Bail: $25,000/cash/surety. Preliminary exam: Sept. 2 at 1:30 p.m. Rusty Dale McGrady, 37, third-offense operating while intoxicated. Offense date: Aug. 14, 2026. Agency: Ludington Police…

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