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The 2024 Miss Ludington Area Scholarship Program was held on Saturday, September 24th, 2023 at 4pm at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts- 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington. Awards include four different scholarships totaling $3,000 to be used toward the contestants education.
Athena Dila was crowned Ms. Ludington Area 2024 which earned her a $1,000 scholarship, photos, a sash, crown, flowers, tanning package, and hair styling. Dila also won the Talent Award and the Community Service Award which afforded her another $1, 500 in scholarships. Aubrey MacIntosh was the runner up and won a $500 scholarship. The People’s Choice Award went to Lanie Hutchinson and Andrea Shoop was named Miss Congeniality.
Athena Dila
Lanie Hutchinson
Aubrey MacIntosh
Andrea Shoop
Eligible contestants must be age 18-28 and either work, live, or go to school in Manistee, Mason, Lake, or Oceana Counties. Contestants are judged based on talent, evening wear, on-stage interview, and their social impact initiative pitch. The winner is qualified to enter the Miss Michigan Pageant, a precursor to the Miss America Pageant.
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Every year, local organizations offers sales for tree seedlings and for native plants. Take advantage of this great service!
Ludington hosts many events and activities that are geared toward kids and families, that’s part of what makes the area so great!
The Ludington Lake Jump takes place in spring at Stearns Park Beach. Participants raise funds for a non-profit and jump in the lake.
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Both beginners and experienced cyclists will enjoy the variety of trails available to explore in Ludington!
Ludington’s natural resources, charter captains, and outfitters provide great salmon fishing on Lake Michigan and the Pere Marquette River.
The bronzed sculptures in Ludington’s 5-acre Waterfront Park sets it apart from other parks. The park is situated on the Lake Michigan inlet.
Long Skinny Park is located on Lower Hamlin Lake between the South and Middle bayous. Perfect for fishing or taking in the view.
Enjoy this small, relaxing park as an easy place to place your boat in the water or throw a line out to catch some pan fish for dinner.
Ludington has many businesses to help you enjoy crafting and appreciate the finished product. Let them help you create your own masterpiece!
Take a paddle down the Hamlin Lake Canoe Trail. Venture out on the trip yourself, or join a guided trip lead by Dune Grass Concessions.
Within the downtown Ludington region, several murals grace the façades of local area businesses, telling stories of the area’s rich history.
Your pet should feel right at home in Ludington. There are many businesses that allow pets and parks and beaches for them to play on.
Hamlin Lake is where you want to be. It offers terrific summer recreation, including swimming, boating, tubing, and more!
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