By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — The Mason County Fairgrounds have been part of life here since the Great Depression. Subtle improvements are made every year to the facility that hosts the Western Michigan Fair, among many other events throughout the year. But, the latest improvements are not so subtle. The most notable of which is the paved…
Mason-Oceana 911 has scheduled four public meetings to present information regarding the August 5, 2014 ballot new millage request for 0.14 mils for 6 years. The meetings will feature a 1 hour presentation highlighting 911’s day to day operations and a discussion of future funding. Audience questions will be encouraged. “Few people see or understand what we do inside Mason-Oceana…
LUDINGTON — A paraglider and his co-pilot were safe after they crash landed near the end of South James Street Thursday night. The two men told Ludington police that they were running out of fuel while heading west near the SS Badger. They turned around and crashed into a row of pine trees. Ludington Police Dept., Ludington Fire Dept. and…
LUDINGTON — City employees have repaired the 20-inch water main damaged earlier today by a utility contractor. The water main at the intersection of Robert and Filer streets was damaged and caused loss of water services for portions of the city. There is still damage to the roadway and part of South Robert St., just north of West Filer St.…
By Kate Krieger. Senior Correspondent. LUDINGTON – When Barry Neal and Chris VanWyck came up with the idea to start Ludington Legends, they knew that they wanted a business that wasn’t just aimed at towards tourists. They wanted something that encompassed the Ludington lifestyle that could be embraced and supported by the locals as well. Neal is owner of House…
LUDINGTON — The city’s 20-inch water main was hit by a contractor working in the area of Robert and Filer streets this morning. The Department of Public Works is on-site working to shut the water off and make the necessary repair. Until the repair is made, residents in the area may experience low water pressure. There is a considerable amount…
AMBER TWP. — A 40-year-old Grand Rapids man was arrested Wednesday afternoon by Mason County sheriff deputies on two outstanding warrants, including one felony child neglect from the Michigan Attorney General’s office and a civil child support warrant out of Kent County. Bond for the AG complaint is $60,000 while the Kent County complaint was $15,155 and $60,319 owed in…
Funds still needed for more improvements. By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — A group of concerned parents are spearheading some much needed updates to the playground at Scottville Lower Elementary. Over the next three weeks, the playground will take on a different look. The playground committee of the Scottville Elementary Parent-Teacher Committee has been raising funds the past several years…
PERE MARQUETTE TWP. – Ludington Area Center for the Arts is partnering once again this year with the Epworth Church Association to sponsor a concert at the historic Epworth Auditorium, which has been in continuous use for over 100 years. Captivating Keyboards, a piano duo, will perform tonight at 7:30 p.m. The public is welcome to the concert featuring pianists…
Students from the local Career and Technical Education Allied Health Program competed at the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) National Leadership Conference (NLC) June 25-28 in Orlando, Fla. HOSA is a national student organization that provides leadership development, motivation and recognition for students interested in pursuing careers in health professions. The local HOSA students are among the 165,822 members…
VICTORY TWP. – An exhibit of the late Manistee artist Joseph Trevitts (1890 -1970) is the featured summer exhibit in West Shore Community College’s Manierre Dawson Gallery. The exhibit contains 23 drawings including many portraits that are either charcoal or pencil. Joseph Trevitts was known by area residents as a Manistee grocer whose store was located at 147-149 Washington Street…
LUDINGTON — The Friends of the Ludington Library annual used book sale will be held Saturday, July 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, July 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the front lawn of the Mason County District Library Ludington branch, 217 East Ludington Avenue. The Friends of the Ludington Library was organized in 1977 by citizens interested in…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. This year’s Mason County Garden Club Garden Walk will feature a variety of show pieces with a variety of plant life and a variety of geographical locations. While traditionally, the show — in it’s 18th year — features flower gardens, one of the more unusual displays will be an Amber Township vegetable garden. A Bouquet of…
VICTORY TWP. — West Shore Community College will be hosting College for Kids 2013, July 28 – August 1. The five-day College for Kids is a hands-on opportunity to explore higher education through arts, sciences, communications and recreation in a day-camp atmosphere on the college campus and features 25 action-packed learning adventures designed for motivated learners grades 4 – 8. “Through…
LUDINGTON — A 35-year-old Baldwin man was arrested Monday evening for the felony of operating a vehicle while intoxicated third offense and driving while license suspended third offense. The arrest occurred during a traffic stop at Ludington Ave. and Madison St. in the City of Ludington at 6:54 p.m. Other activity of the MCSO for Monday, July 7, 2014 included:…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — Three months ago the Scottville City Commission was asked to consider passing an Off Road Vehicle ordinance. The commission sent out surveys in the city’s newsletter, asking for feedback from residents. Only 34 people responded. Of those, 20 were in favor and 14 were against. The majority of those in favor stated there would…
Scottville Clown Band Shell, Tuesday, 7 p.m. SCOTTVILLE – This week’s Tuesday night Scottville Clown Band Shell Concert Series will feature Elder Gang. Hailing from Ludington and Carr Settlement, they have been playing music around the area and are excited for this special performance at 7 p.m., Tuesday, July 8. Mason County Press Senior Correspondent, Kate Krieger met up with…
LUDINGTON — A 46-year-old Flushing man chose to relieve himself in the wrong place at the wrong time last Thursday evening and ultimately ended up in jail. Mason County Sheriff’s Office marine patrol along with U.S. Coast Guard personnel were at the Ludington Municipal Marina at 11:58 July 3 investigating a boater under the influence of alcohol. While conducting the…
SCOTTVILLE — Beginning July 1, Republic Services became the City of Scottville’s new waste hauler. City Manager Amy Williams reminds residents that the waste hauler has a different pickup schedule than the previous hauler and residents would have their trash and recycling out on the curb no later than 7 a.m. of waste haul day, which is Tuesday. Trash should…
Birth announcements are sponsored by ABC Kidz/Purple Monkey, 123 E. Ludington Ave. Check them out here on Facebook. Welcome to the world! Allasyn Linda-Beth Hardee, the daughter of Bethany Hardee of Ludington, was born July 3, 2014 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Charlotte Lynn Lipps, the daughter of Courtney and Christopher Lipps and little sister of Chloe Lynn Lipps, of Ludington, was born…
LUDINGTON — Chris Gug received the first place award for his photography during the 46th West Shore Fine Arts Fair last weekend. The art fair was sponsored by the Ludington Area Arts Council. Second place was Diane Overmyer for her paintings. Third place went to Lisa Vetter and Paul Siefert of the Art Farm for sculpture and metal. Organizers have…
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