AMBER TWP. — A 34-year-old Ludington man is presumed dead after the snowmobile he was riding went into the Pere Marquette River Sunday night. His name is not being released until his family is notified. Emergency personnel were called to the corner of Gordon and Conrad roads at 7:17 p.m. for the report of a snowmobile that had fallen over…
Mason County Press recently asked its readers to help rank the top news stories of the year. We listed the eight stories/topics that received the highest views on our site in 2013. We also had a place for write-in votes. Survey participants were asked to select the three stories they thought had the most impact on the community. The murder…
LUDINGTON — Several organizations and businesses are once again trying to assure that New Year’s revelers have a safe time. Drive Safe, Drive Sober is a partnership between Mason County law enforcement agencies, Ludington Beverage Co., various local establishments, the Ludington Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, Mothers Against Drunk Driving of Mason County and S.A.D.D. Ludington Police Chief Mark Barnett…
LANSING — State Rep. Ray Franz achieved a perfect attendance record for the 2013 legislative year. The Onekama Republican, who represents Mason County, participated in every legislative session this past year, as well as in all hearings before committees he serves on. “I take the responsibility of serving the people in the 101st District very seriously,” Franz said. “Residents sent…
HART — The Michigan State Police Hart Post reminds you to be cautious this winter before venturing out on a frozen lake or pond. Remember that there is no such thing as 100 percent safe ice. The safest ice to walk on or drive on is new, clear ice that is not covered by snow. The minimum thickness of ice…
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