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WSCC, Nature Club, AFFEW plant trees on campus WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Seven black willow saplings were recently planted around the pond on the West Shore Community College campus. The planting was a cooperative effort by WSCC, Nature Club and A Few Friends for the…
Repeat offender sent to prison for meth LUDINGTON — A 51-year-old man was sentenced to 30 months to 40 years in prison for a conviction of methamphetamine possession in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Oct. 24, according to court records. Franklin Roy Miller, pleaded guilty Sept. 5. He received credit for one day served in jail and was ordered…
Human trafficking forum scheduled for Thursday evening LUDINGTON — The Forward Human Trafficking Task Force and the Ludington Police Department are hosting “Human Trafficking: Beyond Awareness Community Event” Thursday, Oct. 26, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ludington Elementary School. The event will focus on the questions: What does trafficking look like? How do we get involved? What is being done…
Scottville Mayor recall petitions denied due to error By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Mason County Clerk’s office has rejected the petitions turned in to its office in an attempt to recall Scottville Mayor Marcy Spencer. The clerk’s office reports that 12 petitions were turned in with 113 signatures, but the petition organizer, former city commissioner Eric Thue, left…
West Shore Bank to hold Spirit of Giving in November LUDINGTON — The annual West Shore Bank Spirit of Giving returns this November as “Giving November” to help raise donations for various non-profits spread across the 6 counties they serve. West Shore Bank will host various fundraising initiatives at different branch locations, along with several in- person events throughout the…
News Alert: Possible fire at Covenant Christian School AMBER TOWNSHIP — Firefighters have been dispatched to Covenant Christian School, 2980 W. US 10-31 for a report of a structure fire. The school has been evacuated.
CITY OF LUDINGTON REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST AND RESUMES OPEN THIRD WARD COUNCILOR SEAT The City of Ludington is accepting Letter of Interests and Resumes for those interested in serving on the Open Third Ward Councilor Seat. Eligible persons shall be a registered voter of the City of Ludington for at least one (1) year immediately prior to their…
Obituary: Mary Ellen Gangwer, 96 Mary Ellen Gangwer died at the age of 96 on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at home. She was born December 28, 1926, in Southbend, Ind., the daughter of Chester and Hattie Augustine. She married Ellsworth Clayton Gangwer on June 25, 1946, in Muskegon. Mary Ellen is survived by one brother, one sister, two sons, two…
Yvonne Jeanette McCumber, 85, of Ludington, died on Thursday October 26, 2023. Arrangements have been entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.oakgroveludington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths
Timothy S. Edinger, 70, of Irons died Tuesday, October 24, 2023 in Traverse City. Funeral arrangements are being cared for by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths
Gallie announces retirement as Amber Township supervisor By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — Amber Township Supervisor Jim Gallie, Sr. has announced he will be retiring effective Dec. 31. Gallie notified the township Board of Trustees during its regular monthly meeting Monday, Oct. 23. Gallie has served as township supervisor since April 2013 when he was appointed to replace Larry…
FYI: The Headlee Amendment override explained FYI is a series that discusses how things work in our lives here in Mason County. Click here to see past articles. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief On Nov. 7 voters in the Ludington Area School District are being asked to make a decision on an operating millage bond renewal of 18 mills. The 18 mills only…
Charges sought for 3 suspects who allegedly smashed pumpkins against food truck The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP —The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is seeking criminal charges against three suspects who allegedly damaged a food truck by smashing pumpkins against a food truck at The 10…
James Dohn Frederick, 85, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths
Ronald William Christensen, 69, of Ludington, died on Monday, October 23, 2023. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths
Kirby awarded $500 grant from Preferred Credit Union Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Ludington High School physical education teacher Rich Kirby received a special surprise Tuesday morning when he was presented with a $500 check from Preferred Credit Union. Each year…
Sugar Ridge Church to hold Blessing of the Hunt CUSTER TOWNSHIP — Sugar Ridge Church, 2012 E. Wilson Road, will hold its annual Blessing of the Hunt event on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023 starting at 6:30 p.m. at the church. The annual event is an outreach to the community by the Sugar Ridge Church congregation providing a meal, speaker, and…
Hart man pleads guilty in child trafficking case By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON — Two of three men who are defendants in a child trafficking case in Mason County have pleaded guilty. Steven Volpp, 58, of Hart, pleaded guilty to accosting a child for immoral purposes and engaging in prostitution services in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Oct. 24, according to…
MCC PTC endorses bond millage proposals Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Mason County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to MCP’s Op/Ed policy. Dear Editor…
Obituary: Barbara Carrier, 82, of Ludington Barbara J. Carrier, 82, of Ludington, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Barb was born on December 10, 1940 in Oak Park, Illinois, the daughter of Charles and Vernis Kramer. She married Walter Carrier on June 28, 1957 in Tate County Mississippi. Barb was a member of St Mary’s Catholic Church in Custer. Her faith was…
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