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State Park lantern-lit hike is Saturday HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Friends of the Ludington State Park will host the first lantern-lit hike of 2024 on Saturday, Jan. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ludington State Park. The walk/hike route is a one-mile long lantern-lit loop. Hot chocolate and marshmallows are available at the amphitheater campfire, courtesy of FLSP.…
Ila Mae Smith, 94, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths.
Recent births, posted Jan. 3, 2024 Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following birth has been reported: Lena…
Duchon Insurance Agency joins Smith & Eddy Insurance SCOTTVILLE — Smith & Eddy Insurance announced today that it has taken steps to continue its investment and growth in Manistee County through a merger with Duchon Insurance Agency of Manistee. “The addition of Duchon Insurance to our team is part of our continuing commitment to Manistee County,” said Scott Smith, president…
Recent births, posted Jan. 2, 2024 Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following birth has been reported: Wyatt…
Police news, posted Jan. 2, 2024 The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office: Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023 2:47 p.m.: Two-vehicle crash, no injuries, Jebavy Drive and Johnson Road, Pere Marquette Township. 4:34 p.m.: Damaged vehicle/property, 6400 block of North Stiles…
West Shore Family Support to hold daddy-daughter dance fundraiser LUDINGTON — West Shore Family Support is hosting its annual daddy-daughter dance, Denim & Diamonds, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 2 at Radiant Church, 409 S. Washington Ave. The evening will include dinner, photos, dancing, a glow party, and lots of other fun surprises. The event is a…
Ludington Writers issues call for submissions, accepting scholarship applications LUDINGTON — Ludington Writers has opened submissions for its publications: “Making Waves: A West Michigan Review” and “Beach Combings.” Both publications offer a platform to showcase diverse voices and perspectives of writers and artists. The “Making Waves: A West Michigan Review” submission period is Jan. 1 to April 30 with the theme of “feral…
Obituary: Gail Gerbers, 80, of Ludington Gail Meredith Gerbers, 80, of Ludington, formerly of Edwardsville, Ill., San Francisco, Cali., and Worcester, Mass., passed away peacefully on Saturday December 16, 2023. She was born in Worcester, MA on February 14, 1943, the daughter of John and Marguerite (Ludden) Hosmer. Gail was a graduate of Worcester Classical High School, class of 1961.…
Notice to Bidders: Mason County Road Commission Chip Seal Program This is a paid posting. Posted Jan. 2 to Jan. 22, 2024
VIDEO: Scottville Clown Band Harvest Festival 1988 This History Spotlight is presented by the Mason County Historical Society in partnership with Mason County Press. Mason County Historical Society was founded in 1937. It operates three facilities/museums including the Mason County Research Center in downtown Ludington, the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum in Ludington and Historic White Pine Village in Pere…
Bob and Kay Neal: Eat ice cream and love your community Foundation Focus is a presentation of the Community Foundation for Mason County in partnership with Mason County Press. LUDINGTON — Bob and Kay Neal’s many accomplishments, dedication to community development, and faith have led them to name the Community Foundation for Mason County as a beneficiary of a charitable account. Bob and Kay’s gift…
Conservation District to host winter grower meeting VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Mason-Lake Conservation District will host its winter grower meeting on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024 at the Conference and Administration Building at West Shore Community College. The free event will be held 9 a.m. to noon and is open to the public, though topics are geared towards farmers and forest…
Obituary: Jerri Fitch, 60, of Ludington Jerri Jane (Clever) Fitch, 60, of Ludington, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. Jerri was born on December 23, 1963, the daughter of the late Thomas Marion and Helen Marie (Meyers) Clever. On August 20, 1982, she married Donald Glenn Fitch, Sr. In 2000, she earned her diploma through Mason County Central Adult…
Recent births, posted Dec. 29, 2023 Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following births have been reported: Malloree…
VIDEO: Reflections of Gooseneck Lake Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. Video by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief BRANCH TOWNSHIP — Typically, images of one of Mason County’s inland lakes taken at the end of December would include lots of snow and ice. However, on this particular occasion, on Dec.…
Downtown Ludington ready for New Year’s Eve celebration LUDINGTON — This year’s Pure Ludington New Year’s Eve Ball Drop will have a slightly different layout than past years. The fireworks will now be launched from the former bank building, located on the northwest corner of James and Loomis streets, changing the best vantage points from the street. “Some of the…
Mental Health Matters: Celebrating writing By Lori Schummer, Director of Public Relations and Customer Services Mental Health Matters is a presentation of West Michigan Community Mental Health in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. In a remarkable collaboration, Laura Ruhle, West Michigan Community Mental Health community living & employment services specialist and local author Mary Lou Ohnsman…
Obituary: Renee Moline, 39, of Ludington April 9, 1984 – December 21, 2023 We are sad to announce the passing of Renee Ann Moline, 39, of Ludington. Renee is survived by her children, Madison and Tristan Nash. Her sister Crystal (Shawn) Eldon, and brothers Jeremiah and Levi Peffer. Nieces and nephews, Jordan, Callie, Laney, and Myles Bottrell. And many aunts, uncles, cousins,…
Photo feature: SS City of Milwaukee lit up for the holidays Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MANISTEE — The SS City of Milwaukee carferry museum is currently lit up for the holidays. The historic ship is docked near US 31 north of the Manistee River. During the summer season the City of Milwaukee and the decommissioned U.S. Coast Guard Cutter…
PM board to consider 2024 pay rates PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Pere Marquette Township Board of Trustees will hold a year-end meeting on Thursday, Dec. 28 beginning at 4 p.m. at the township hall, 1699 S. Pere Marquette Highway. During the meeting, trustees are expected to approve a 2 percent pay increase for all township employees. The new pay rates…
