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Suspects identified in trooper’s shooting

September 10, 2013
Suspects identified in trooper’s shooting

Grand Rapids TV stations WZZM and WOOD have reported the suspects involved in Monday’s killing of a Michigan State Police trooper are Eric Knysz, 20, and his wife Sarah Knysz, 21, both of Irons. WZZM13.com is reporting that one of its reporters has spoken to John (also known as Jack) Knysz, the father of Eric Knysz. John said Eric and…

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Governor calls trooper’s death senseless, honors Butterfield

September 10, 2013

LANSING, Mich. – Gov. Rick Snyder released the following statement after the death of Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield of the Hart Post in the line of duty on Monday. “This senseless incident is a grim reminder that our brave public safety officers put their lives on the line every day when they go to work protecting Michiganders. They…

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Trooper Butterfield loved his job

September 10, 2013
Trooper Butterfield loved his job

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. Trooper Paul Butterfield loved his job. He was a respected law enforcement officer, member of the community and friend to many. The 43-year-old Michigan State Police trooper died Monday night as a result of a gunshot wound to the head. He was on a routine traffic stop on North Custer Road in Free Soil Township. The…

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Like what you see on MCP? Please consider helping us out

September 10, 2013
Like what you see on MCP? Please consider helping us out

Mason County Press is a free service to its readers. We are able to financially sustain this alternative, online news service through the generous investment of our advertisers and the “free will offerings” of our readers. If you like what you see, please consider making a donation. If you were to buy a newspaper subscription, it would cost $180 a…

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Scottville resident complains about school buses

September 10, 2013

SCOTTVILLE – Beryl Street resident Butch Claveau is worried about the speed of vehicles on his street, especially school buses. Claveau expressed his concerns Monday night to the Scottville City Commission, during it’s regular meeting. Claveau said he has called the school over the years, complaining about the speed of the buses, but he has not been satisfied with the…

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