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LUDINGTON — More than 200 homes and small businesses in Mason County now have access to high-speed broadband thanks to Spectrum’s latest network expansion. The rollout brings internet, mobile, TV and voice services to previously unserved or underserved areas in Branch, Custer, Sheridan and S…

LUDINGTON — A 40-year-old Carson City man died Saturday evening, July 26 in an apparent drowning on Bass Lake, despite efforts by bystanders and emergency responders to revive him, according to the Mason County Sheriff’s Office.

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LUDINGTON— Four rural counties along Michigan’s Lake Michigan shoreline are showing signs of population stability, aging demographics, and persistent economic challenges, according to the latest U.S. Census Bureau population estimates and American Community Survey data.

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LUDINGTON — This is the week that the local waters of Lake Michigan are tested by professional and amateur anglers in the Ludington Offshore Classic and Big Boys Fishing Tournament.

SCOTTVILLE — Homeowners in Mason, Manistee and Lake counties will have the opportunity to screen their private well water for nitrates and nitrites during a free testing event hosted by the Mason-Lake Conservation District.

District Health Department #10 (DHD#10) is announcing Measles walk-in vaccination clinics throughout the jurisdiction during the month of July.

MANISTEE – Coming into the weekend riding a four-game winning streak, the Manistee Saints had reason to hope that momentum would carry over as they hosted the two-day National Baseball Amateur Federation Major Regional at Reitz Park.

SIDNEY – Xavier Allen continued his hot streak at the plate Sunday, going 6-of-9 at the plate and the Manistee Saints took two from the Sidney Knights to maintain their lead in the Gratiot County Baseball League.

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GRAND RAPIDS — Timothy VerHey has been appointed as the new United States Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, replacing former U.S. Attorney Mark Totten, according to a press release received Tuesday from US Department of Justice.

A 56-year-old Newaygo County man is dead today after he shot himself in the bathroom at the Wesco Eastgate, 5685 West U.S. 10, Sunday evening, according to information in a press release 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.

    I emailed Rep John Moolenaar concerning the actions of ICE and conditions of detention centers. His response was yadda, yadda, yadda, “border security.” He did not address abduction of non-citizens and citizens by unidentified agents or the treatment given after they were thrown into detenti…

    Last month I had the unforgettable opportunity to help create accurate maps for the North Country National Scenic Trail (NCT) through the Adirondack region of New York.