State agencies prevent road commission from removing roadkill SCOTTVILLE — If you start to notice the smell of dead animals while driving, you can thank the State of Michigan. The Mason County Road Commission, like several other county road commissions, has changed its roadkill pickup procedures due to new state regulations. According to Mary Samuels, manager of the road commission,…
WSCC professor’s essay is published WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — An essay written by West Shore Community College Professor Matt Sanderson was recently published. The essay was titled “Philosophy of Mysticism: Do Mystical Experiences Justify Religious Beliefs?” The website that published the essay is called 1000-Word…
The Hamlin Report, August 2023 By Nancy VanderVest, Hamlin Township Supervisor Zoning and Planning Ten land use permits were issued in July. The township board approved the purchase of a new computer/printer for the Zoning Administrator. The Planning Commission’s next meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 11, 2023 at 6 p.m. The Township Board approved several zoning amendments to Ordinance…
Bryant Road closure to begin Tuesday PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Bryant Road, between Monona and Kenowa drives, will be closed beginning Tuesday, Aug. 15 through Friday, Aug. 18, due to road construction. Traffic west of Monona Drive will be detoured to Washington Avenue, Tinkham Avenue/Johnson Road, and Jebavy Drive. Traffic east of Kenowa Drive will be detoured to Jebavy Drive,…
Co-worker assault results in broken jaw PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The victim of an assault by a co-worker received a broken jaw Friday, Aug. 11, shortly after 2 p.m. in the 5700 block of West Brookwood Place, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The following is other police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, Aug. 11, 2023: 6:50 a.m.,…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Aug. 13, 2023 By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -David Matthew Jabrocki, 80; assault with intent to commit murder, attempted murder, felony firearms, and carrying a concealed weapon; arrested Aug. 3 by Mason County Sheriff’s Office; arraigned Aug. 4; probable cause hearing:…
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Obituary: Kenneth Stewart, 60, of Ludington Kenneth “Kenny” Stewart, of Ludington, passed away on Monday August 7, 2023. Kenny was born October 11, 1962, the son of Raymond Stewart and Ann Shirey, in Ludington. Kenny loved hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed boating as well as camping. He was always looking for a good time, whether it was at the…
PHOTO FEATURE: Western Michigan Fair, Friday and Saturday Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE — Here’s a final look at the 2023 Western Michigan Fair from events on Friday and Saturday. These photographs are copyrighted © 2023, all rights reserved by Media Group 31, LLC, PO Box 21, Scottville, MI 49454. No portion of this story or images may…
Norm Letsinger: A man like Jesus wanted us to be By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Over the past week I have had the honor to assist my friends with preparing for the celebration of their father’s life. It’s been a privilege to write Norm Letsinger’s obituary and also create a slide presentation for his celebration of life. Norm died on August…
Request for Bids: Excess Premium Topsoil The Mason County Road Commission is accepting bids for excess premium topsoil with a minimum bid requirement of 200 yards with larger quantities available. The premium topsoil is located at its Custer Village property on US 10 and its Amber Township pit on Quarterline Road. Arrangements can be made for loading at an…
Request for Bids: River Stone/Landscaping Stone The Mason County Road Commission is accepting bids for approximately 1,200 tons of excess Michigan river stone/landscaping stone located at its Deren Road pit on the corner of Deren and Morton roads in Riverton Township. All material removed is required to be weighed on a certified scale and load tickets returned to the MCRC. …
Scottville couple sent to federal prison on child sex charges GRAND RAPIDS — Amy Lucille Shanty, of Scottville, was sentenced earlier this week to 30 years in prison for creating multiple videos of child pornography after drugging and raping a young girl. Co-defendant in the case, Michael James Walworth, 50, of Scottville, was also sentenced to 30 years in…
PHOTO FEATURE: Western Michigan Fair, Thursday, Aug. 10 Fair continues through Saturday. Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Western Michigan Fair continues through Saturday. Here are some highlights from Thursday’s fair. See schedule below: Friday, Aug. 11 Fair entrance: $5 per person; ages 5 and under free 10 a.m.: Horse fun games 3 p.m.: Midway opens…
Police news, posted Aug. 11, 2023 The following is police activity in Mason County Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023: 11:55 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), two-vehicle hit-and-run crash, no injury, US 10 west of Meyers Road, Pere Marquette Township. 1:37 p.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, US 10 near the US 31 Freeway, Amber Township. 2:40 p.m., (MCSO), fraud, 5500 block…
Employment Opportunities: West Shore Community College West Shore Community College Seeks motivated individuals to fill multiple part-time positions. Campus Employment part-time positions available include: Catering Services Assistant – this position is responsible for providing excellent customer service in assisting with catered events on our main campus, and our two offsite campuses. Starting pay rate is $12.50 per hour. Concession Stand…
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Men involved in sex trafficking sting arraigned, names released By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The three men arrested following a child sex trafficking sting have been arraigned. Arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court were Steven Volpp, 58, of Hart; Kenneth Smith, 53, of Ormond Beach, Fla., who had been camping in Oceana County, and Gabriel Talevich, 20, of…
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