By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. AMBER TWP. — Wes Nakagiri believes that Gov. Rick Snyder and Lt. Gov. Brian Calley have gone too far in support of Democratic-led legislation and have compromised too many times to pass left-leaning programs such as Medicaid expansion and Common Core educational curriculum. Nakagiri spoke at the Mason County Tea Party meeting at Gospel Light Baptist…
Arthur (Art) Sniegowski age 84 of Ludington passed away peacefully on April 10, 2014, at Ludington Woods Living Center surrounded by his family. Art was born on January 22, 1930 to Mr. & Mrs. Stanley (Clara) Sniegowski. Art and Jerry (Geraldine Cartier) who were high-school sweethearts graduated from St. Simon High School in 1948. The couple married on May…
A letter to the editor. In the past three years, Mason County has had more than its share of high profile crimes with the Baby Kate case, the wounding of Ludington Police Department Sgt. David Maltbie and the cold-blooded murder of Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield II. These cases have affected the people of Ludington, Mason County and the…
The outdoor report for Mason County is sponsored by Superior Electric of Ludington: 231-845-0126; www.supelectric.com. Friday, April 11, 2014. A mix of clouds and sun this morning followed by mostly cloudy skies and a few showers this afternoon. High around 55 F. Winds, SSW at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain, 30%. Humidity, 50%. Sunset: 8:25 p.m. Tonight, chance of…
Life Blooms event is Saturday night. By Kate Krieger. MCP Correspondent. LUDINGTON – Floracraft in Ludington is no stranger to the craft world and all it entails, including producing hundreds of Styrofoam objects. One may not link foam wig heads to cancer, but the employees at Floracraft see these heads as a symbol of hope to those living with cancer…
By Kate Krieger. MCP Correspondent. LUDINGTON – A school’s number one priority is to keep its students safe while educating them and Lakeview Elementary School is a prime example. The Masonic Temple and some of its members worked with Lakeview to bring in the Michigan Child ID Program. The program is offered to schools as a free service to give…
Future Five Recipients new this year. LUDINGTON — The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2013 Mason County Business of the Year award, the 2013 Mason County Community Service award, and new this year, nominations for the Future Five. Deadline for all nominations will be 5 p.m., Monday April 14, 2014. The awards will be…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. HART — Several dozen community leaders gathered at the Hart Middle School library this morning to discuss how to integrate broadband Internet into underserved local rural areas. The meeting was facilitated by State Sen. Geoff Hansen (R-Hart) who represents Mason, Oceana, Newaygo and Muskegon counties. Hansen said the meeting came out of a discussion he had…
FREE SOIL TWP. — A 57-year-old Free Soil man was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday night for assault. The incident occurred around 10:58 p.m. on East Sauble Road. Other activity of the MCSO for Wednesday, April 9, 2014 included: – 9:35 a.m.: Car/deer crash, no injuries, Hawley and Indian Trail roads, Eden Twp. – 12:42 p.m.: Retail…
The outdoor report for Mason County is sponsored by Superior Electric of Ludington: 231-845-0126; www.supelectric.com. Thursday, April 10, 2014. Windy with showers early then cloudy in the afternoon. High around 50 degrees F. Winds, west-southwest at 20 to 30 mph diminishing to 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain, 40%. Sunset: 8:24 p.m. Tonight, mainly clear with a low of 34…
Ludington — The installation of the first phase of the S.S. Badger’s new combustion control component of the multi-million dollar ash retention system aboard the historic ship is underway and will be completed before the start of the 2014 sailing season on May 16, according to a statement from the Badger’s owner, Lake Michigan Carferry. The changes will bring the…
HART — A meeting addressing area Internet access will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. at Hart Middle School. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss improving Internet access and adoption of broadband Internet in west Michigan. Local government officials, Internet service providers, health and public safety officials, representatives of area chambers of commerce, school districts and local libraries…
Kate Krieger of Ludington has joined the Mason County Press team. Born and raised in Mason County, Kate is no stranger to the goings on in the west Michigan area and she is very excited to get back into local journalism. With a bachelor’s degree in journalism and broadcasting from Grand Valley State University, Krieger has worked for different media…
DETROIT — On Monday, April 21, at 7:08 p.m., the 2013 American League Central Champion Detroit Tigers take on the Chicago White Sox, as the Tigers partner with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund to host the Third Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Night, at Comerica Park. This special night is dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of law…
The outdoor report for Mason County is sponsored by Superior Electric of Ludington: 231-845-0126; www.supelectric.com. Wednesday, April 9, 2014. The Pere Marquette River at Scottville Riverside Park continues to be under a flood advisory. Today, a mix of clouds and sun with a high of 51 degrees F. Winds, southwest at 10 to 20 mph. Sunset: 8:22 p.m. Tonight, partly cloudy…
LUDINGTON — FloraCraft Corporation is sponsoring a Life Blooms fund raiser for Relay for Life on Saturday, April 12 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Lincoln Hills Golf Club. Admission is $20 per person and includes light appetizers and soft drinks; a cash bar will be available. Children under age 12 are free. There will be activities for the entire…
LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has announced the first performer for its third annual Rhythm & Dunes community concert series. The first concert, scheduled for July 26, will feature a tribute to Journey from the DSB Band. DSB has been highly revered by fans as the “next best thing” to Journey. The band captures the lush, signature sound of renowned…
LUDINGTON — The Mason County Parent Coalition has received its first community donation toward its Ludington Splash Pad Fund, a project the group has been working on since last fall. The group initially came up with the idea for a splash pad last summer during the Love Ludington and Mason County mini grant contest. The idea was one of the…
The following is the victim impact statement read by Jennifer Sielski, fiance of Trooper Paul Butterfield. Sielski read the letter today during the sentencing of Eric John Knysz in 51st Circuit Court. Your honor, I know that nothing can bring Paul back into this world or ease the pain of my devastating loss. But, just as Paul did his duty…
More updates to come. By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Eric John Knysz, the 20-year-old Irons resident who murdered Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield, will spend the rest of his life in prison. He was sentenced today in 51st Circuit Court to life in prison without parole. For the first time, since Knysz murdered Trooper Butterfield on North Custer…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. A community nightmare that began on Sept. 9, 2013, has nearly ended. Eric John Knysz, 20, of Irons was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield. His sentence calls for no chance of parole. The Mason County courthouse was full this afternoon with law enforcement officials and other…
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