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🌱 What’s happening around Ludington this week, from kids’ fun to key meetings

Cheers Ludington! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What’s happening around Ludington this week, from kids’ fun to key meetings
  • See which Ludington projects just landed fresh grant funding.
  • How a Ludington nonprofit quietly prevented thousands of unwanted kittens

Also on today's calendar: Girls Rock! and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 65 and low of 41 degrees.
  • Saturday: Rain and a thunderstorm, temps: high: 46, low: 35.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and cold, with a high of 39 and low of 22 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Community Calendar for Friday, April 17 (shorelinemedia.net) — Your next 10 days around Ludington are packed with things to do, from kids’ activities at Sandcastles and the library to live music, talent shows, and Earth Day celebrations. Keep an eye on key city and school board meetings, plus county committees and transit, zoning, and pension boards that shape everyday life in and around Ludington.
   

2. Building a Stronger Mason County: Spring Grants Fuel Meaningful Change in Education, Economic Development, Recreation, and Youth (shorelinemedia.net) — Ludington projects are getting a major boost as the Community Foundation for Mason County awards over $200,000 in grants, including funding for Waterfront Park seawall inspection, youth arts programs, winter gear, and sailing school upgrades. Additional support backs food access, housing repairs, senior meals, and youth mental health initiatives across Mason County, with applications opening twice a year.
   

3. Community Cats TNR surpasses 1,900 cats spayed and neutered in Mason County (masoncountypress.com) — A Ludington-based nonprofit, Community Cats TNR, has now spayed or neutered more than 1,900 feral cats across Mason County, preventing hundreds of thousands of potential kittens. Volunteers trap and transport unhandled cats for surgery, vaccinations, and basic care, then return them to their outdoor homes. Residents can request help for feral colonies or donate to support ongoing services.
   

4. Girls Rock 2026 fundraiser set for April 18 at LACA (shorelinemedia.net) — Ludington residents can catch Girls Rock 2026 at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts on April 18, featuring local female musicians and storytellers. The evening blends live performances with short talks on women’s accomplishments and community impact, with proceeds supporting LACA. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and an after-event follows at The Sand Bar.
   

5. Mona Shores girls soccer gets blanked by Byron Center (localsportsjournal.com) — Ludington soccer fans can catch Mona Shores visiting for an 11:45 a.m. match on Saturday, as the Sailors look to rebound from a 4-0 loss to Byron Center. Mona Shores, now 1-5, is using its tough start as motivation to improve.
   

📸 Around Ludington

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Ludington

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★ Featured events ★

    Saturday April 18
  • Girls Rock!
    Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S Harrison St, Ludington
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week continues through April 18.
    Public safety telecommunicators are the critical link between those in need and first responders. They answer the call, gather vital information, and… (Nextdoor )
  • The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Operations Assistant Store Manager in Ludington. Apply here.
  • Papa John's posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Ludington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ludington here.

Ok Ludington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Ludington

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Ludington

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.