The Book Mark is more than just a book and coffee shop, it’s an educational destination where community members and visitors of all ages can relax and enjoy great food, top-notch pastries, frappes and more while having opportunities to boost their knowledge.
When the government uses ICE and the military to unconstitutionally impose its will on the public, we are observing the actions of an authoritarian administration that has no meaningful opposition. Under these conditions where one can be targeted, denied due process, jailed, fired or sued by…
On Monday, June 30, 2025, District Health Department #10 (DHD#10) and Ferris State University collected bacterial samples from the Crystal Lake Public Swimming Area in Manistee County and collected follow-up samples on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. DHD#10 is reporting that the collected samples s…
LANSING, — The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is offering the following food safety reminders to help Michiganders prepare for 4th of July picnics and barbecues:
Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm annual special needs barn dance was held June 26 with over 80 special needs participants from all over west Michigan.
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Plenty of sunshine. High near 80F. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph.
Clear to partly cloudy. Low 63F. Winds ENE at 5 to 10 mph.
Sunshine and clouds mixed. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 81F. Winds S at 10 to 15 mph.
District Health Department #10 (DHD#10) is announcing Measles walk-in vaccination clinics throughout the jurisdiction during the month of July.
SCOTTVILLE – Over 150 West Shore Community College students are eligible to receive degrees and certificates at the college’s 53rd commencement ceremonies to be held on Saturday, May 4, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the college’s Center Stage Theater.
It’s that time again! St. Patrick’s Day? Spring? Not yet! It’s time for the 33rd annual Family AfFAIR being hosted at Mason County Central High School.
This weekend, many of us attended the funeral of our dear friend and classmate, Sammi Bateson, who was tragically killed in front of our school 12 days ago. Since that time, we have suffered a range of emotions including shock, dismay, anger, frustration and just pure sadness. During today’s…
Ludington Police Department, K9 Bella has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., according to a press release provided by the Police Chief Chris Jones on Monday.
MANISTEE – Coming into Sunday’s Gratiot County Baseball League doubleheader tied with the St. Louis Spirits, the Manistee Saints responded to the challenge with a 7-6 and 5-0 sweep at Kliber Field.
Over 200 people attended the Mason County Sports Hall of Fame banquet formerly introducing the Class of 2025 inductees Saturday night the Lincoln Hills Golf Club, including several past inductees.
The pollen has been banished, the bugs are still angry, but the days are warm and hopefully the nights will be tolerable.
MANISTEE – The new Manistee Middle School gym got its first use Tuesday when the Mariners hosted a girls basketball shootout, with games in both gyms.
The Mason County Sports Hall of Fame has announced the recipients of the 2025 Life Lesson Awards, two from each of the area high schools.
The Book Mark is more than just a book and coffee shop, it’s an educational destination where community members and visitors of all ages can relax and enjoy great food, top-notch pastries, frappes and more while having opportunities to boost their knowledge.
For many people, pets are a cherished part of the family, and as animal lovers themselves, Allison and John Cotten, owners of Cotten’s Sunset Kennels, have created their business so people can leave their pets in good, safe hands as they travel.
Adam Wagner, owner of Wagner Home & Outdoor, started his business with lawn care about seven years ago, but quickly added construction to his repertoire once people learned who he’s related to. His dad, John Wagner, has worked in construction his whole life, along with several of Adam’s …
When you visit Morley Chiropractic Wellness in Ludington, you may be surprised to learn that Dr. James Morley can help you with lots more than just back pain. Subluxations – slight misalignments of the vertebrae in the spine – can cause a host of health issues.
Mason County’s rich, vibrant past is right at people’s fingertips through the ongoing efforts and commitment of the Mason County Historical Society to preserve historical treasures for current and future generations by offering great programs, access to thousands of archives and artifacts an…
Leobardo Alpizar Olivarez, 53, of Mason County has been arrested and arraigned on Monday, May 5 on a charge of Attempted Murder, according to information provided by Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole.
A 55-year-old Manistee man was arrested near the scene of an accident at the Brye Road and U.S. 10 intersection in Amber Township Monday at 7:21 p.m.
A man from Ludington lead Mason County Sheriff deputies on a high-speed chase Monday, only to be stopped by a hit to a building.
A Ludington man is facing arraignment on a weapons charge and felonious assault in relation to an incident Friday, according to a press release provided Monday by Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole.
MANISTEE COUNTY — A 27-year-old man from Mancelona was arraigned this week in Manistee County and charged with six counts of varying degrees in the alleged sexual abuse of a child that spanned several years, according to a press release provided by the Michigan State Police.
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”
A very widespread ailment of our time is the fatigue of living: reality seems to us to be too complex, burdensome, difficult to face.”
This Fourth of July, Americans will gather to grill burgers, wave flags, and celebrate a revolution sparked by resistance to tyranny. But beneath the fireworks and fanfare, the echoes of 1776 sound disturbingly close.
