Mason County under winter storm watch 5-9 inches of snow possible The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a winter storm watch for Mason County beginning late Monday night, Jan. 8, through Wednesday morning, Jan. 10. Other counties included in the watch are: Oceana, Newaygo, Lake, Osceola, Clare, Mecosta and Isabella- NWS issued the watch at 3:25 a.m.…
Driver, passenger suffer serious injuries after vehicle hits tree BRANCH TOWNSHIP — A 71-year-old Ludington man and a 26-year-old Ludington woman both received “serious, but non-life-threatening injuries” after the vehicle the man was operating left the road and struck a tree Saturday, Jan. 6, at 6:45 p.m. on Benson Road south of Hansen Road, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The…
Superintendent thanks school board members Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Mason County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to MCP’s Op/Ed policy. Dear Editor and…
Recent births, posted Jan. 8, 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: Bentley…
Obituary: Lawrence Tondu, 85, of Ludington Lawrence Walter Tondu, 85, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. He was born to Leo and Lillian (Lau) Tondu on September 20, 1938 in Ludington. Larry proudly served his country by enlisting in the United States Navy in 1955. He met his lovely wife Marie-Claire (Mickey) Damotte Tondu…
New facility offers indoor golf, pickle ball, 24 hours a day By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Golf and pickle ball lovers have a new outlet to enjoy their sports anytime they would like, regardless of the time or the weather. Michael Granger opened 24/7 Golf in September 2023 at 5756 W. US 10, in the plaza near…
Moolenaar staff available to assist citizens Staff members from the office of Michigan Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Midland) will host meeting times in January across the Second District that he represents. “Constituents can sit down to discuss personal casework issues they are having with a federal agency,” states a press release from Moolenaar’s office. “Constituents who cannot attend one of the…
Zwiefka inducted posthumously to FloraCraft Wall of Fame LUDINGTON — FloraCraft has announced that it has honored, posthumously, Don Zwiefka as its 2023 FloraCraft Wall of Fame honoree. The FloraCraft Wall of Fame is dedicated to recognizing and honoring individuals who have contributed to the company’s success and who have played an essential role in its mission. Zwiefka passed away…
79th District Court arraignments, Jan. 5, 2024 By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Daniel Lee Bothwell, 47; tampering with an electronic monitoring device, third-offense domestic violence, and two counts of fourth-offense habitual offender; arrested July 3, 2023, by Mason County Sheriff’s Office; arraigned Dec. 28; probable cause…
Employment Opportunity: PM Twp. Deputy Treasurer Pere Marquette Charter Township is accepting resumes for a full time Deputy Treasurer position. Primary duties include customer service, receipting and reconciling daily incoming monies, assisting with tax preparation and collection, along with various other duties. Accounting experience is preferred, as well as strong communication and organizational skills. Applicants with prior municipal experience and…
Recent births, posted Jan. 5, 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: Ariel…
Employment Opportunity: PM Township Deputy Clerk Pere Marquette Charter Township is accepting resumes for the position of Deputy Clerk. Primary duties include accounts payable, general ledger, payroll, records management, correspondence, voter registration, and elections. A degree in accounting or equivalent experience is preferred, as well as strong communication and organizational skills. Prior experience in payroll, payroll reporting, and managing employee…
Community Foundation opens spring grant round LUDINGTON — The Community Foundation for Mason County has two funding opportunities available for area nonprofit organizations. The Foundation’s 2024 spring competitive grant round is now open and accepting applications. The Foundation awards grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, churches, schools, agencies, and also governmental units serving the greater Mason County area. All grants from…
Police news, posted Jan. 4, 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: Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024: 11:29 p.m., car/deer crash, no injury, US 10 west of Tuttle Road, Custer Township. Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024: 9:56 a.m., car/deer crash,…
Public Notice: City of Ludington Christmas tree collection The City of Ludington will be collecting expired live Christmas trees at the curb, as weather permits and time allows. Please place parallel to the road on the right-of-way (not in the road). For more information please call: 231-843-2873 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS CITY OF LUDINGTON This is a paid posting. Posted…
Employment Opportunity: Instructional Designer/LMS Specialist West Shore Community College seeks an individual to collaborate with a thriving faculty group centered on innovation and student success. The Instructional Designer and LMS Specialist will leverage Canvas, our Learning Management System, and technology tools to empower faculty in crafting exceptional learning experiences. The successful candidate will be partnering with WSCC’s team of inspiring…
Lawrence “Larry” Walter Tondu, 85, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths.
Dr. Timothy Woltanski, 71, of Scottville, died on Thursday, January 4, 2024. Funeral arrangements are being cared for by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths
Amber board appoints Copenhaver as trustee AMBER TOWNSHIP — The Amber Township Board of Trustees, during a special meeting Tuesday, Jan. 2, appointed Rita Copenhaver as a township trustee. Copenhaver fills a vacancy left by Tom Alway who was appointed supervisor following the retirement of Jim Gallie on Dec. 31, 2023. Five Amber Township residents submitted a letter of interest…
51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted Jan. 3, 2024 LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Jimmie Erwin Vance, 35, pleaded guilty Oct. 31, 2023 to third-offense domestic violence and was sentenced Jan. 2, 2024 to one year in jail with credit for 157 days served; three years probation; and $598 in fines…
MCE/Free Soil alumni basketball games to be held Jan. 20 CUSTER — Former Cardinals and Pirates, here’s your chance to show everyone you still can hold your own on the basketball court. The Mason County Eastern/Free Soil Alumni Basketball Games will be held on Saturday, Jan. 20 at the MCE Gymnasium. Any graduate or former staff member of either school…
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