Obituary: Pansy Knott, 76, of Fountain

August 24, 2023

Obituary: Pansy Knott, 76, of Fountain Pansy Mae Knott, 76, of Fountain, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023. She was born September 26, 1946, the daughter of Dewey Grandville Medley and Pansy Ilene Phillips Medley.  Pansy was a housekeeper in Ludington, where she grew up, and met her future husband, Harry, on the job. On September 17, 1970, Harry Robert…

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Obituary: David Adamczyk, 55, of Ludington

August 24, 2023

Obituary: David Adamczyk, 55, of Ludington David Michael Adamczyk, 55, of Ludington, peacefully passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023. He was born August 15, 1968, in Grand Rapids, the son of Gerald and Gaye (Sullivan) Adamczyk. David was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. He liked playing games with family and friends, including bowling, chess, and video games; and…

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Employment Opportunity: Administrative Assistant

August 24, 2023

Employment Opportunity: Administrative Assistant Ludington area non-profit human services organization is seeking an experienced and responsible office professional to provide confidential executive level administrative support. Must be detail oriented and be able to multi-task with efficient time management; possess strong organizational skills; produce work of high quality; high level of interpersonal skills; highly proficient verbal and written communication skills; ability…

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SS Milwaukee Clipper museum ship provides glimpse into luxury Great Lakes sailing

August 23, 2023

SS Milwaukee Clipper museum ship provides glimpse into luxury Great Lakes sailing By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief This history travelogue is sponsored by House of Flavors Restaurant of Ludington. MUSKEGON — Long before Charles Conrad converted the SS Badger from a dominantly rail car cross lake service to an exclusively motor vehicle and passenger service, the SS Milwaukee Clipper served the…

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Scottville Update, posted Aug. 23, 2023

August 23, 2023

Scottville Update, posted Aug. 23, 2023 By Jimmy Newkirk, Scottville City Manager Street and parking lot maintenance  Starting Monday, Aug. 28, some repairs and sealcoating will begin on South Main Street between State Street (US 10) and the railroad tracks. This portion will be closed Monday and Tuesday and will reopen as soon as the material has cured and street…

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Historical Society offering sesquicentennial cemetery tour on Saturday

August 23, 2023

Historical Society offering sesquicentennial cemetery tour on Saturday LUDINGTON — The Mason County Historical Society is hosting a Ludington Sesquicentennial cemetery tour on Saturday, Aug. 26 from 2 to 4 p.m.  The guided tour will take participants through the heart of Ludington’s heritage, visiting the city’s two main cemeteries, Pere Marquette Catholic Cemetery and Lakeview Cemetery. The walk will be…

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Chamber announces annual awards nominees

August 23, 2023

Chamber announces annual awards nominees LUDINGTON — The Chamber Alliance of Mason County has announced the nominees for its annual awards dinner. Award categories are Mason County Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Community Service, and Future Five.   Winners will be announced on Thursday, September 13 during an awards ceremony at The Lake House Venue. Business…

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New provider joins Family Health Care’s Baldwin clinic

August 23, 2023

New provider joins Family Health Care’s Baldwin clinic BALDWIN – Samantha Lopez of Ludington has joined Family Health Care as a family nurse practitioner. She will see patients of all ages at the Family Health Care clinic at 1615 Michigan Avenue in Baldwin. Lopez earned her nurse practitioner degree from Chamberlain University in Illinois. Her clinical interests include preventative health,…

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Employment Opportunity: CNC-Lathe Machinist

August 23, 2023

Employment Opportunity: CNC-Lathe Machinist Experience a plus but not required Must pass a mechanical aptitude test Pay will be based on experience Apply in person at Indian Summer: 3958 W. Chauvez Rd., Ludington This is a paid posted. Posted Aug. 24 to Sept. 9, 2023. 

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Employment Opportunity: Bus Aide

August 23, 2023

Employment Opportunity: Bus Aide West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Bus Aide. High School diploma required; two years experience working with students preferred. 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…

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Employment Opportunity: Special Education Teacher

August 23, 2023

Employment Opportunity: Special Education Teacher West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Teacher – MoCI.  Bachelor’s degree and valid teacher certification with special education endorsement or ability to obtain temporary approval 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…

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Larsen Farms expands waste storage facility

August 22, 2023

Larsen Farms expands waste storage facility Story and photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Concrete work is taking place today on a waste storage facility at Larsen Farms on Sugar Grove Road. The holding pond, which will hold 4 million gallons, is the third one built on the dairy farm.  “This waste storage facility is designed to hold…

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Obituary: Frank Milvert, 97, of Scottville

August 22, 2023

Obituary: Frank Milvert, 97, of Scottville Frank Joseph Milvert of Scottville passed away at his home on August 22, 2023 after a brief illness. He was born April 20, 1926, the son of Lithuanian immigrants, Frank John and Paulina (Zilius) Milvert and lived on the family homestead for 97 years. As a first generation American he loved his country, and…

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Deputies busy with crashes

August 22, 2023

Deputies busy with crashes PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP  — A 24-year-old Free Soil man and a 30 year-old Scottville woman both received minor injuries after the vehicles they were driving collided head-on on Chauvez Road west of Brye Road Monday, Aug. 21, shortly after 1:30 p.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Other Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Monday, Aug.…

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Conservation district to host annual farm tour Aug. 31

August 22, 2023

Conservation district to host annual farm tour Aug. 31 FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — The Mason-Lake Conservation District will host its annual farm tour on Thursday, Aug. 31 from 5 to 8 p.m. Attendees will meet at Orchard Market, 8418 N. US 31. The free event is open to anyone, though topics are geared towards technical information for farmers. The tour…

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Obituary: Arlene Springer, 86, of Ludington

August 22, 2023

Obituary: Arlene Springer, 86, of Ludington Arlene Ann McFeaters Springer, 86, of Ludington, formerly of Sterling Heights, died Wednesday, August 16, 2023, surrounded by loved ones.  She was born July 6, 1937, in Detroit, the daughter of August and Eva (Stelzel) McFeaters. Arlene worked as an art teacher for the Grosse Pointe Schools for many years, and also headed up…

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Obituary: Ervin Hackert, 82, of Ludington

August 22, 2023

Obituary: Ervin Hackert, 82, of Ludington Ervin Jacob Hackert of Ludington, Michigan, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, August 21, 2023. He was born August 1, 1941, in Ludington, to Fred and Lillian (Paulsen) Hackert. Erv graduated from Ludington High School and attended Ferris State College (now Ferris State University). As a 19-year-old, Erv was given the opportunity…

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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Aug. 22, 2023

August 22, 2023

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Aug. 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 recent death information…

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Pier to Pier Picnics offers sandwiches, wraps and smoothies on the go. 

August 21, 2023

Pier to Pier Picnics offers sandwiches, wraps and smoothies on the go.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Pier to Pier Picnics opened earlier this month, offering speciality sandwiches and wraps, healthy sides, smoothies, and crepes, along with fat tire bike and paddle board rentals. It is located on the north side of Loomis Street just east of James Street,…

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Trio involved in sex trafficking sting to appear in court next week

August 21, 2023

Trio involved in sex trafficking sting to appear in court next week By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Three men who were arrested earlier this month in a sex trafficking sting will appear in 79th District Court next week.  Steven Wayne Volpp, 58, of Hart, Kenneth Smith, 53, of Ormond Beach, Fla., and Gabriel Talevich, 20, of Wyoming, Mich., were…

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Woman allegedly kicks police officer in leg while being escorted out of hospital

August 21, 2023

Woman allegedly kicks police officer in leg while being escorted out of hospital LUDINGTON — A 40-year-old Ludington woman was arrested for trespassing and assaulting a police officer Saturday, Aug. 19, shortly after 9 p.m. after she refused to leave the Corewell Health Ludington Hospital when requested by staff and police, according to Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski of the Ludington Police…

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