Police news, posted Sept. 6, 2023 The following is recent Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023: 7:02 a.m., one-vehicle crash, no injury, US 31 freeway south of the Ludington rest area, Summit Township. 11:18 a.m., damaged jet ski, Ludington State Park, Hamlin Township. The complainant reported that someone had intentionally pulled the drain plug on a jet…
US 10 construction to begin Monday PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Construction on US 10 between Jackson Road and just east of Pere Marquette Highway, will begin on Monday, Sept. 11. The Michigan Department of Transportation project will begin with sewer, curb and gutter, and sidewalk ramp work, requiring the right lane to be closed. Milling of asphalt and re-paving will…
Midland man, 82, dies from apparent drowning in Lake Michigan SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — An 82-year-old Midland, Michigan man died from an apparent drowning in Lake Michigan Sunday, Sept. 3, at Summit Township Park, according to the Hart post of the Michigan State Police. Eric Falk Peterson was pronounced dead at the scene after a Good Samaritan pulled him from the…
South Lakeshore Drive construction to begin Sept. 11 PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Construction on South Lakeshore Drive near Buttersville Park will reduce the road to one lane beginning Monday, Sept. 11. A flag control person or traffic light will be set up to control traffic. The Mason County Road Commission project will include reconstruction of approximately 700 feet of roadway…
Obituary: David Betz, 84, of Ludington David Franklin Betz passed away peacefully on September 5, 2023 at the age of 84. He was born on October 5, 1938 in Conneaut, Ohio to Coast Guard Commander Edward and Lavinia Betz, both of whom are deceased. David is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Fran; he is also survived by…
Obituary: Ronda Randall, 56, of Orlando, Fla. and Fountain Ronda Michelle Randall, 56, of Orlando, Fla., and summer resident of Fountain, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023 peacefully at her cottage on Ford Lake. Ronda was born on October 31, 1966 to Karen and Rowland Jelsma in Sparta. In 1985, she met Erich Randall through mutual friends and their…
MAEAP cost sharing available SCOTTVILLE — Cost sharing is available for the Michigan Agricultural Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP), a voluntary program for farmers and landowners who are implementing best management practices and want to become recognized as stewards of the land. The focus of the program is to protect Michigan’s groundwater and surface water from contaminants such as fertilizer, pesticides…
Library to present series that discusses post-pandemic world LUDINGTON — Mason County District Library, together with Abondia Center, start a new series for adults September 14, 2023 at 7 p.m., Cairns & Beacons: Finding Our Way in a Post-Pandemic World, at the Ludington branch library, 217 E. Ludington Ave. The series is free and available in-person at the library and…
Dementia to be explored in film screening, panel discussion at UMC Ludington PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The United Methodist Church of Ludington, 5810 W. Bryant Rd., will host a screening of one woman’s journey with dementia, “Betty’s Story” on Saturday, Sept. 16 at 1 p.m. Following the film will be a panel discussion. Betty Smith, a former Ludington UMC associate…
WSCC performance of Joscho Stefan cancelled WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The performance of jazz musician Joscho Stefan, scheduled for Friday, Sept. 8 at West Shore Community College has been cancelled due to illness. Refunds will be distributed through WSCC’s ticketing system. Customers will receive an email…
VIDEO: Spraying the asparagus fields 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 CUSTER TOWNSHIP — West Michigan is one of the largest asparagus growing regions in the country. The perennial crop is picked during its early phases in the spring and continues to…
Lakeshore Food Club to hold Empty Bowls fundraiser LUDINGTON — The Lakeshore Food Club will host its third annual Empty Bowls event, Thursday, September 21, 2023 at The Lake House, 704 Maritime Drive, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. The event will include food catered by Jamesport Brewing along with drinks, and live music. Lakeshore Food Club Executive Director O’Nealya Gronstal,…
ASM Tech student builds career in game development West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief (with contribution from Kellon Petzak, ASM Tech). VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Tanner Soelberg is a professional game designer. He has done commission work for one of…
Sheriff’s office investigates mailbox fires The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is investigating multiple mailbox fires and vandalism over the Labor Day Weekend. “Deputies responded to multiple calls regarding mailboxes either smashed or set on fire on Conrad Road, Meyers Road and Brye Road” Friday, Sept. 1, at 11:19 p.m. in Amber Township, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Deputies also…
West Shore Business and Economic Summit scheduled WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The West Shore Business and Economic Summit will be held Wednesday, Sept. 20 at West Shore Community College. The event is sponsored by WSCC, the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber Alliance of…
Obituary: Roddy Davis, 62, of Ludington Roddy “Rod” Hugh Davis, 62, of Ludington, formerly of Laingsburg, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023. Rod was born January 23, 1961, in Ludington, the son of David Hugh Davis and Lola Jean (Rathbun) Kimbler. Rod was a Ludington High School graduate. After high school, Rod worked for over 30 years doing road construction.…
Community Foundation accepting grant applications LUDINGTON — The Community Foundation for Mason County’s 2023 fall grant round is now open and accepting applications. The foundation awards grants to 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations, churches, schools, agencies, and governmental units serving Mason County. All grants will reflect the foundation’s vision to build a vibrant community with great opportunities for all and will be focused on the organization’s…
Obituary: Charles Nelson, 85, of Ludington Charles Richard “Dick” Nelson passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care. He was 85 years old. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Dick was the only son of Meryl and Marjorie (Child) Nelson, and brother to sister, Carol. He graduated from Shaw High School and served in the…
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