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Suspect nearly hits patrol car head-on while fleeing from police

October 6, 2025

SCOTTVILLE — A 34-year-old Custer man nearly hit a police car head-on during a high-speed chase Thursday morning, Oct. 2, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “On Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, at 7:50 a.m., Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a reported domestic violence call at the Thornwild Apartments in the City of Scottville,” stated Sheriff Cole. “The…

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Police report, published Oct. 6, 2025

October 6, 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, Oct. 2, 2025: 11:40 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), two-vehicle crash, no injury, US 10 east of Gordon Road, Amber Township. 11:40 a.m., (MCSO), two-vehicle crash, no injury, US 10 east of Gordon…

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Applications open for chamber leadership initiative

October 6, 2025

LUDINGTON — The Chamber Alliance of Mason County is now accepting applications for the next cohort of Leadership Mason County, a six-month professional development program launching in January 2026. This initiative is designed to empower local professionals with the knowledge, skills, and connections to lead effectively in both their workplaces and the broader community. Professionals with a passion for growing…

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West Shore Beekeepers to host A Taste of Honey

October 5, 2025

LUDINGTON — The West Shore Beekeepers Association will hold its A Taste of Honey event on Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Ludington Senior Center, 308 S. Rowe St. The free event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event highlights include: Complimentary tastings of honey from regional apiaries A variety of bee products for sale, including honey, beeswax…

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Lumber day at White Pine Village

October 5, 2025

Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Historic White Pine Village celebrated the area’s lumber heritage Saturday, Oct. 4, with special lumber exhibits. The event was part of the weekend’s inaugural Ludington Lumber Days. Historic White Pine Village, which is operated by the Mason County Historical Society, is nearing the end of its season. Its last day will…

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