Stickney to retire as head of Ludington DPW By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Joe Stickney has served as the City of Ludington’s superintendent of Department of Public Works for the last 10 years. Recently, he announced that he will be retiring, effective Feb. 24, 2024. Stickney, a 1987 graduate of Mason County Eastern, began working with the city in…
The Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested three people in the city of Scottville Tuesday, Sept. 12, on three separate outstanding warrants. At 8:49 p.m., a 48-year-old Scottville man was arrested by sheriff deputies in the 300 block of South Main Street. The man was wanted on an outstanding failure to appear warrant from Mason County Friend of the Court. At…
Obituary: Thomas Courteau, 66, of Scottville Thomas M. Courteau, 66, of Scottville passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023 at the Poppin Hospice Residence in Muskegon. Thomas was born on June 2, 1957 in Pontiac, the son of Lee D. and Cora D. (Feldmann) Courteau and graduated from Mason County Central High School with the class of 1976. Tom moved…
Recent births, posted Sept. 13, 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: Jeanette…
Obituary: Delores Syrek, 93, of Ludington Delores Frances Syrek, 93, of Ludington, passed away Monday, September 11, 2023, at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 14, 1930, in Hilliards, the daughter of Frank and Sophie (Klemens) Gigowski. Delores enjoyed all kinds of crafts including crocheting, painting, and was an avid quilter, having made…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Sept. 12, 2023 By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Travis Michael Gale, 30; delivery of a controlled substance causing death, delivery/manufacturing a controlled substance (methamphetamine), delivery/manufacturing a controlled substance (narcotics/cocaine), and fourth offense habitual offender; arrested April 22 by Mason County Sheriff’s…
Four to compete for Miss Ludington Area title LUDINGTON — Four woman will be competing in the 2024 Miss Ludington Area Scholarship Pageant, which will be held on Sunday, Sept. 24 at 4 p.m. at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St. Doors will open at 3:30pm. The four, who are from Mason and Oceana counties,…
Suspects allegedly steal items from Dollar General and then flee HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Two male suspects allegedly stole items from the Dollar General on North Jebavy Drive Monday, Sept. 11, shortly after 7:30 p.m. and then left the store, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Other activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Monday, Sept. 11, 2023 includes: 7:27 p.m.,…
Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm to hold Blessing of the Animals SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm, 5487 N. Tuttle Rd., will hold its annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, Sept. 17 beginning at 1:30 p.m. Blessings will include pets and livestock. All animals must be on a short leash/lead or in a carrier. Owners are responsible…
Book Mark to offer free reading tutoring for K-3 students By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Bob and Carole Kosanovich, owners of The Book Mark, 201 S. Rath Ave., are launching a free tutoring program to help lower elementary-aged children improve their reading skills. Beginning this fall, The Book Mark will offer On Track Reader Tutoring Program for children who are in…
Scottville Fall Celebration takes place Saturday SCOTTVILLE — The third annual Scottville Fall Celebration will take place on Saturday, Sept. 16. Activities are planned throughout the day that promise fun for the whole family, including a rubber ducky race, craft market, live music, games, food and more. The rubber ducky race is a new event to the Fall Celebration but…
Driver arrested for OWI following rollover crash CUSTER TOWNSHIP — A 67-year-old Fountain man was arrested for operating while intoxicated following a rollover crash on Decker and Reek roads Saturday, Sept. 9, shortly after 9:30 p.m. He received non-life-threatening injuries, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The following is other police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday,…
Rath Avenue closures to take place for new building construction LUDINGTON — Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 13, the northbound lane of South Rath Avenue, between Ludington Avenue and Loomis Street, will be closed due to building construction that will take place on the southeast corner of Ludington and Rath avenues. Additionally, for a six-week period beginning in early January, the entire…
WSCC leads state in serving low income students WSCC News is presented by West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College was recently ranked the leading community college in Michigan in serving low-income students. A recent report titled “The Colleges Where Low-Income Students Get the Highest ROI (return on investment),” conducted…
Fin & Feather Club offering CPL class SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County will be offering a concealed pistol license (CPL) class on Friday, Oct. 6 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 7, all day with live range shooting in the afternoon. The entire class will take place at the Fin & Feather…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Sept. 11, 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…
Request for Proposals: Assessor Services, City of Scottville Introduction The City of Scottville seeks a qualified individual or firm to serve as Assessor for the City of Scottville, to work on a part-time contractual basis. The City invites interested Assessors and or/or firms with Michigan Advanced Assessing Officer (MAOO) Level 3 or higher and a minimum of three years of…
Employment Opportunity: JV Boys Basketball Coach Mason County Central Schools is currently accepting applications for a Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Coach. Requirements include: A working knowledge of the sport of basketball and coaching experience. Previous basketball playing experience preferred. For details and to apply, go to www.mccschools.org. Job ID# 574. Application deadline: Sept. 29, 2023 at 4 p.m. This is…
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