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County hosting K9 training

May 19, 2013

Don’t be alarmed if you see a lot of police officers with K-9 dogs searching around in your neighborhood the next few days. The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is hosting K-9 certifications beginning today through Wednesday. About 60 K-9 units from throughout Michigan and Ontario are in the area working on their United States Police Canine Association certifications. The K-9…

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Bones found in Riverton, law enforcement investigating

May 17, 2013

RIVERTON TWP. — Bones have been found in Riverton Township near the corner of Chauvez and Morton roads. Sheriff Kim Cole said detectives are on scene and the bones have been turned over to Dr. Marc Keen, Mason County medical examiner. Cole said investigators did not know whether the bones were human or animal, adult or children’s bones. Law enforcement…

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Law enforcement investigating “suspicious” situation

May 17, 2013

RIVERTON TWP. — Law Enforcement is in Riverton Township investigating what is being described by the sheriff as “a suspicious situation.” Sheriff Kim Cole said more information will be released later.

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Official Badger sailing season begins

May 17, 2013
Official Badger sailing season begins

By Rob Alway Editor-in-Chief ON-BOARD THE SS BADGER — The first official day of the SS Badger’s 2013 sailing season began today. The Badger actually started sailing on May 6 but customer services have been limited. The season began early because of commercial traffic, particularly the transporting of wind turbines from Wisconsin to Michigan. Though the ship ran into patches…

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Arraignments, as of May 15, 2013

May 17, 2013

Compiled by Allison Scarbrough, MCP correspondent LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned this past week in 79th District Court: Felonies –         Chad Heitz, 33, of 3677 S PM Highway, Lot 17, Ludington, was arrested May 11 by LPD for a felony of criminal sexual conduct, third degree. A preliminary exam is set for May 22 at 11:15 a.m. Bail: $25,000/10 percent; must have…

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