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Public invited to discuss Lincoln River watershed issues June 13

June 2, 2026

VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Community members will have an opportunity to help shape the future of the Lincoln River Watershed during a stakeholder meeting hosted by the Mason-Lake Conservation District on June 13. The meeting, the first in an effort to establish a Lincoln River Watershed Council, will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. at Victory Township Hall. Local residents,…

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Conservation districts to host regenerative agriculture field day

June 2, 2026

BEAR LAKE — The public is invited to learn about regenerative agriculture, biochar production and soil health during the annual Farm Field Day hosted by the Mason-Lake and Manistee Conservation Districts on Thursday, June 11. The event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. at Brixstone Farms, 11240 Milarch Road and will feature presentations and demonstrations focused on sustainable…

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Police news, published June 2, 2026

June 2, 2026

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: Friday, May 29, 2026: 11:25 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 30-year-old Scottville man was arrested for second-offense operating while intoxicated, 4000 block of US 10, Amber Township. He was lodged in the Mason County…

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Congressman Moolenaar learns about historical society’s tourism impact

June 1, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Congressman John Moolenaar toured the Mason County Historical Society’s Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Rose Hawley Archives Monday morning. Members of the organization’s staff and board of directors discussed the importance of preserving the area’s history and the economic impact the historical society has on local tourism. Moolenaar, who represents Mason County in…

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Standoff suspect arraigned on 8 felony counts

June 1, 2026

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The 77-year-old Hamlin Township man who was arrested early Saturday morning, May 30, at his home after allegedly firing a handgun at Mason County sheriff’s deputies was arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court on eight felony counts. Gary Lynn Dewey of 3239 N. Jebavy Dr., is charged with two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon,…

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