Proposed Scottville school parking ban would cause more traffic issues Editorial by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — During the July 24, 2023 regular meeting of the Scottville City Commission, a temporary traffic control order appeared on the agenda. Interim Scottville Police Chief Katrina Skinner was requesting that parking on the north side of Maple Street between Loomis and Gay streets…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Sept. 22, 2023 By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Mark Lazon Casterman, 58; homicide/open murder, operating a vehicle under the influence causing death, driving while license suspended causing death, and third-offense operating under the influence of liquor; arrested Sept. 15 by Mason…
Suspect throws bottle at store clerk after being asked for ID SCOTTVILLE — A Wesco employee reported to police that a customer threw a bottle at her after she refused to sell the male suspect alcohol because he refused to show identification Thursday, Sept. 21, shortly after 11 p.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The suspect left the…
Obituary: Carl Utz, 87, of Ludington Carl Joseph Utz, 87, of Ludington, passed away surrounded by family on Sunday September 17, 2023. Carl was born on February 21, 1936, the son of Aloysius W. and Elida Justina (Olofsson) Utz. He attended St. Simon School. On February 27, 1954, Carl married the love of his life, Shirley Jean Brickley Utz. Carl…
Obituary: Kyoung S. Larsen, 91, of Ludington Kyoung S. Larsen, 91, passed away peacefully at home on Sept 15, 2023. She was born on January 9, 1932 to Lee Insung and Lim Kyoung Ho in Japan and was one of five siblings. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Gary D. Larsen…
Mental Health Matters: Crisis Intervention Training – A Community Program By Lori Schummer, Director of Public Relations and Customer Services at WMCMH West Michigan Community Mental Health has expanded its partnership with law enforcement to include a second Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training group. CIT is a 40-hour specialized course of classroom study and scenario-based training that helps develop cohesive…
Nordhouse Dunes beach cleanup is Saturday GRANT TOWNSHIP — In observation of National Public Lands Day, Friends of Nordhouse Dunes is looking for volunteers to assist with beach cleanup beginning at noon on Saturday, Sept. 23. The group is partnering with the US Forest Service and Hamlin Lake Preservation Society to also give away free camp trowels to campers who…
Housing needs assessment results to be presented The Chamber Alliance of Mason County will be hosting two public meetings to share results from the recently completed Housing Needs Assessment. Patrick Bowen of Bowen National Research will present the findings on Monday, September 25. The first session will be 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Ludington Area Center for the Arts,…
Lawrence “Larry” William Wagner, 82, of Ludington, died on Thursday, September 21, 2023. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths This story is copyrighted © 2023, all rights reserved by Media Group 31, LLC, PO…
Memorial gathering notice: Aletha Jensen, Sarah Jensen Aletha E Jensen, died on Feb. 6, 2020, age 101 (see obituary here). Sarah A. Jensen, died Dec. 23, 2022, age 68 (see obituary here). A gathering will be held on Saturday, September 30 to celebrate the lives of Aletha Jensen and Sarah Jensen, mother and daughter. Aletha’s inurnment will take place at…
Recent births, posted Sept. 22, 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: Layla…
Hailey Marie Mayse, 37, of Hart, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023. Services are pending. Arrangements Beacon Funeral & Cremation, Hart. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths This story is copyrighted © 2023, all rights reserved by Media Group 31, LLC, PO Box 21,…
Construction equipment, fuel stolen from job site VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Construction equipment and fuel were reported stolen from a job site at the Fisher Road bridge construction project Wednesday, Sept. 20, shortly after 7 a.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The site is located in the 3600 block of West Fisher Road, west of Victory Corners Road. The…
Obituary: Barbara Ann Gribble, 90, of Ludington and Gulf Shores, Ala. Barbara Gribble, 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 in Ludington. She was born in New York City and grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana. Barbara was the daughter of Dr. Wayne and Gladys (Hackleman) Carson. She was an Alpha Chi Omega and earned a…
Employment Opportunity: Transition Coordinator West Shore Educational Service District has a vacancy for a full-time Transition Coordinator. A bachelor’s or graduate degree in Special Education is required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Sept. 21, 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 recent death information…
PHOTO: Outbound at sunset Photo by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The M/V Sam Laud leaves Ludington harbor Wednesday evening during sunset. The 634-foot-long freighter was heading to St. Joseph. Built in 1975 at Bay Shipbuilding Co. in Sturgeon Bay, Wis., the ship is owned by GATX. This photo feature is presented by Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at…
PHOTO FEATURE: Old Engine Club Education Day 2023 Around the County is presented by Smith & Eddy Insurance with offices in Scottville, Manistee, and Grand Haven. Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Western Michigan Old Engine Club hosted its annual Education Day for area fifth graders Wednesday, Sept. 20 at its show grounds at Scottville Riverside Park. The…
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