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Scottville should develop McPhail Field into housing

February 12, 2025

Editorial by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief I have a vision — or rather a hope — for my hometown of Scottville. I know that Scottville, like many small towns, will never return to its former self. With “big box” stores located just a few miles up the road, the commercial independence of Scottville will never be what it was. That doesn’t…

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MEA employee running for MCC school board seems like a conflict of interest

September 18, 2024

Editorial by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Mason County Central voters face some serious choices at the ballot box on Nov. 5 when it comes to deciding who will be on the Board of Education. One of the candidates, Nicole Birkett, is an employee of the union that represents the school district’s teaching staff. I am sure her intentions are positive but…

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Judge should not choose one of the prosecutor candidates for interim

May 6, 2024

Editorial by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Late last month, Mason County Prosecuting Attorney Lauren Kreinbrink announced her resignation effective June 1. Michigan law MCL 201.35(1) states that in the event of a vacancy in the office of prosecuting attorney, the circuit court judge shall (must) fill the vacancy by appointment, and that the person appointed shall hold the office for the…

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Is it time for a county-wide recreation program?

December 4, 2023

Is it time for a county-wide recreation program? Editorial by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Tonight the Ludington City Council is expected to renew an inter-local agreement for recreation programs and services. This agreement, between Ludington, Pere Marquette Township and Hamlin Township, is for recreation, which is operated by Ludington Area School District (which is allowable in the agreement). While the recreation…

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MCC voters: Vote yes, Tuesday, for a better community

November 6, 2023

MCC voters: Vote yes, Tuesday, for a better community Editorial by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief I am addressing this to anyone who lives and votes in the Mason County Central School District. Tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 7, is your last day to vote on the school bond proposals. I am encouraging you to vote yes. MCC’s vote is for two proposals. Proposal…

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