Ludington man arrested after police witness him punch his friend in the face outside the Tiki Lounge

August 7, 2023

Ludington man arrested after police witness him punch his friend in the face outside the Tiki Lounge LUDINGTON — A 23-year-old Ludington man was arrested for disorderly conduct and resisting and opposing police Saturday, Aug. 5, ​shortly after 1 a.m. outside the Tiki Lounge in downtown Ludington, according Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski. “Officers witnessed the man punch his 25-year-old friend in…

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Fin & Feather Club to hold steel plate handgun shoot; CPL class

August 7, 2023

Fin & Feather Club to hold steel plate handgun shoot; CPL class Steel plate handgun shoot SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Fin & Feather Club is planning to hold a steel plate handgun shoot. The fun shoot would be open to anyone wanting to try their skills with their handgun and shooting ability. All skill levels and handguns are…

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West Shore Wolves Golf Scramble is Sept. 10

August 7, 2023

West Shore Wolves Golf Scramble is Sept. 10 HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The West Shore Amateur Hockey Association will hold its third annual Golf Scramble Fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 10 at Lincoln Hills Golf Club. There will be a 9 a.m. shot gun start. Cost is $100 per golfer, for teams of four. Cost includes golf, lunch, prizes, a silent auction…

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Thief/thieves steal fruit from roadside stand

August 7, 2023

Thief/thieves steal fruit from roadside stand RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — A thief or thieves stole fruit from a roadside stand located in the 3400 block of West Deren Road, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The larceny was reported Friday, Aug. 4, at 7:45 p.m. A larceny theft of a money box from a fruit stand in the same location was…

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Moment 5×5 Competition to take place Aug. 15

August 7, 2023

Moment 5×5 Competition to take place Aug. 15 PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Five finalists have been chosen in the Momentum 5×5 Competition, which will award $5,000 in seed money to one winner on Tuesday, Aug. 15 at Epworth Heights. Common Grace Birth Support, Gracious Giving, Love Ludington Tours, The Sandbox, and Smith Shire Essentials will each have five minutes to…

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Recent births, posted Aug. 7, 2023

August 7, 2023

Recent births, posted Aug. 7, 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: Elizabeth…

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VIDEO: Badger executive discusses ramp repairs

August 5, 2023

VIDEO: Badger executive discusses ramp repairs Mark W. Barker, president of Interlake Maritime Services, parent company of Lake Michigan Carferry Service, discusses the ramp structure failure at the Ludington carferry dock, the efforts to repair the ramp and the future of the SS Badger.      

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VIDEO: Tractor Cam

August 5, 2023

VIDEO: Tractor Cam Video by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Here’s a view from the seat of a 1953 John Deere Model 40 driving around the show grounds of the Western Michigan Old Engine Club’s annual Old Engine & Tractor Show at Scottville Riverside Park.

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79th District Court arraignments, posted Aug. 5, 2023

August 5, 2023

79th District Court arraignments, posted Aug. 5, 2023 By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Morgan Renee Grassman, 25; tampering with an electronic monitoring device; arrested Feb. 7 by Ludington Police Department; arraigned Aug. 1; probable cause hearing: Aug. 9; bail: $10,000 cash. -Sebastian Aaron Cooper, 18; second-degree…

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Memorial Service: Norman Letsinger, 80, of Custer Township

August 4, 2023

Memorial Service: Norman Letsinger, 80, of Custer Township Rev. Norman Letsinger, 80, of Custer Township, died on Friday, August 4, 2023.  A memorial service will be held on Monday, Aug. 14 at the Ludington United Methodist Church, 5810 W. Bryant Rd., Pere Marquette Township, beginning at 11 a.m. with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. There will also be visitation from…

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Police news, posted Aug. 4, 2023

August 4, 2023

Police news, posted Aug. 4, 2023 The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023: 6 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, First Street east of Amber Road, Amber Township. 6:16 a.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Decker Road east of Custer Road, Custer Township. 7:23 p.m., (MCSO), one-vehicle crash, no injury, US…

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LPD receives donation from Meijer

August 4, 2023

LPD receives donation from Meijer AMBER TOWNSHIP — The Ludington Meijer store recently donated $5,000 to the Ludington Police Department to be used for community engagement. “We are so blessed to live and work in such a caring community,” Ludington Police Chief Chris Jones said.  

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Trout Unlimited to hold banquet

August 4, 2023

Trout Unlimited to hold banquet PLEASANT PLAINS TOWNSHIP (Lake County) — The Pere Marquette Chapter of Trout Unlimited (PMTU) will hold its annual banquet and fundraiser on Saturday September 9, at Baldwin Canoe Rental,  9117 M-37, near Baldwin. The event is open to the public and begins at 4 p.m. It will feature live music from PMTU board member and…

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Request for Bids: River Stone/Landscaping Stone

August 4, 2023

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. …

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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Aug. 4, 2023

August 4, 2023

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Aug. 4, 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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Request for Bids: Excess Premium Topsoil

August 4, 2023

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…

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Photo feature: Storm and sunflowers

August 3, 2023

Photo feature: Storm and sunflowers Photography by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — Thursday evening’s storm came in slow with lots of dramatic clouds, lightning and rumbling thunder. These images were created at the sunflower field at Hansen’s Cherry Hill Farm on West Conrad Road.       These photographs are copyrighted © 2023, all rights reserved by Media Group…

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VIDEO: Wheat harvest

August 3, 2023

VIDEO: Wheat harvest 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 — Paul Monton harvests wheat earlier this week in a field he leases from Howard and Amy Haselhuhn along Decker Road near Darr Road.  This video is copyrighted © 2023, all…

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Victory man, 80, arrested for assault with intent to commit murder

August 3, 2023

Victory man, 80, arrested for assault with intent to commit murder VICTORY TOWNSHIP — An 80-year-old Victory Township man was arrested Thursday afternoon and faces felony charges of assault with intent to commit murder following an incident at Waste Reduction Systems, 5848 N. Stiles Rd.  According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, Mason-Oceana 911 received a call at 12:45 p.m.…

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Fire damages Scottville home

August 3, 2023

Fire damages Scottville home SCOTTVILLE — Four fire departments are currently battling a fire at house at 408 N. Main St. Firefighters were initially dispatched at 1:48 p.m. for the fire that has caused severe damage to the home. Scottville Fire Department Chief Dale Larr said the homeowners indicated that the fire may have started near the air conditioning window…

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Art center to unveil art installations in Cartier Park woods

August 3, 2023

Art center to unveil art installations in Cartier Park woods LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Center for the Arts (LACA) will unveil an art installation along the walking trail in the woods at Cartier Park. The cARTier trail features large scale, 3-feet by 4-feet reproductions of artwork created by LACA member artists Milo Beman of Ludington and Sleepy Hollow, Ill.;…

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