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Motorcyclist tries to outrun deputy, but gets arrested

July 21, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com.  AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 52-year-old Ludington man, who was riding a motorcycle, was arrested for fleeing and eluding after he reportedly attempted to outrun a Mason County sheriff’s deputy during an attempted traffic stop Friday, July 18, around 5:30 p.m. at Amber and…

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Police news, published July 21, 2025

July 21, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com.  The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Thursday, July 17, 2025: 1:12 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 26-year-old Ludington woman was arrested on a failure to appear warrant issued by Mason County’s 79th District Court, 900 block of South Washington Avenue.…

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VIDEO: A busy Sunday afternoon at the Port of Ludington

July 20, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Just as the Spartan tug and Spartan II barge arrived at Ludington harbor Sunday afternoon, the boats participating in the week-long Ludington Offshore Classic fishing tournament’s final day also arrived back to port. The arrival made for a very busy channel for several minutes. Additionally, in the distance offshore were several sailboats participating in…

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MSU Extension to offer Mindfulness for Better Sleep workshop

July 20, 2025

Michigan State University Extension will offer a Mindfulness for Better Sleep online workshop in August and September. The free program combines the benefits of mindfulness and sleep education for anyone. Mindfulness has been shown to reduce stress-related symptoms such as worry, depression, physical tension, and may be helpful in managing chronic conditions. Participants will also learn techniques to improve the…

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Pastor Henrik Lidman, Mason County’s newest American citizen

July 18, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Pastor Henrik Lidman is Mason County’s newest American citizen. After 28 years of legally living in the United States, Lidman was sworn in as a citizen on Thursday, July 17. The delay in earning his citizenship was a result of several factors, but his love for the U.S. has been deep. Henrik, 57, is…

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