Obituary: Donna Rathburn, 93, of Ludington Donna May Rathburn, 93, of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at Medilodge of Ludington. Donna was born on October 22, 1929 in Grawn, the daughter of Kenneth W. and Dimple May (Pahl) Rathburn. She grew up on the family farm south of Custer and graduated from Custer High School with the…
Public Notice: City of Scottville Commissioner-At-Large The City of Scottville is seeking to fill the following vacancy: The City of Scottville is currently accepting letters of interest for the purpose of filling an At Large City Commission seat. The successful candidate will be appointed to the City Commission until the next regular City election held in November of 2024. The…
79th District Court arraignments, posted July 10, 2023 By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Chad Alan Wass, 51; malicious destruction of personal property between $1,000-$20,000, assault with a dangerous weapon (felonious assault), reckless use of a firearm, and possession of a firearm while under the influence; arrested…
Ludington Offshore Classic fishing begins Tuesday morning LUDINGTON — The 2023 Ludington Offshore Classic//Big Boys Fishing Tournament officially kicks off today with fishing beginning at 6 a.m. Tuesday. Throughout the week-long event, there will be contests for professionals, amateurs, ladies and youth. The Offshore Classic Pro Division will pay $20,000 to the winner, and the Amateur Division will pay $7,500*. …
Chew spit bottle allegedly thrown during road rage incident AMBER TOWNSHIP — A chew spit bottle was allegedly thrown during a road rage incident on US 10-31 near Dennis Road Saturday, July 8, shortly after 10:30 a.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “The complainant alleges a bottle containing chew had been thrown at their vehicle by a person,”…
Wanted man faces several charges after giving police fake name during traffic stop GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 50-year-old Manistee man, who was wanted for absconding parole on a drug-related conviction, now faces charges of methamphetamine possession, furnishing false information to a police officer and second-offense driving while license revoked following a traffic stop by Mason County sheriff’s deputies Sunday, July 9,…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Vehicle Crash, US 10-31/Stiles AMBER TOWNSHIP (5:42 p.m.) — Report of a vehicle crash at US 10-31 and Stiles Road.
Obituary: William Greiner, 87, of Ludington William “Bill” Donald Greiner, 87, of Ludington, passed away Friday, July 7, 2023, at home. He was born October 16, 1935, in Ludington, the son of William Evo and Elizabeth “Didge” (Osborn) Greiner. Bill attended Ludington High School. In 1954, Bill married Marlene Mellberg. The following year he enlisted in the US Army, serving…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted July 10, 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…
Recent births, posted July 10, 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: Rhett…
Exploring Mason County’s past at Historic White Pine Village MI Travelogue is presented to you by House of Flavors Restaurant of Ludington, celebrating 75 years. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Historic White Pine Village is a a popular attraction for visitors to our area but is also a must-see attraction for locals who want to learn more…
Holland man arrested for OWI with 3-year-old in vehicle HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A 33-year-old Holland, Michigan man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies Thursday, July 6, around 9 p.m. on a charge of operating while intoxicated causing child endangerment on M 116 at the Ludington State Park “During the traffic stop, it was learned the driver had his 3-…
Recent births, posted July 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: Archer…
Jebavy Drive to close Monday, July 10 PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Jebavy Drive, between Johnson and Bryant roads, will be close to through traffic beginning Monday, July 10 due to road construction. The anticipated re-opening date is Saturday, July 29. Through traffic will need to use the detour route: Bryant Road, Washington Avenue, Tinkham Avenue/Johnson Road. Commercial trucks should use…
Police busy with crashes The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Thursday, June 29, 2023: 7:10 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 27-year-old Ludington man was arrested for non-aggravated domestic violence, 100 block of Dowland Street, City of Ludington. Monday, July 3, 2023: 5:11 a.m., (LPD), 33-year-old Custer man was arrested on two counts of resisting and obstructing a…
Notice of Public Hearing: County of Mason A public hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Mason County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 9 a.m. at the Mason County Airport Terminal Building for the purpose of considering a proposal to grant funds not derived from ad valorem taxation to the Ludington and Scottville…
Obituary: Katie Denton, 37, of Ludington Katie Rose (Wheaton) Denton, 37, of Ludington, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023. Katie was born on December 28, 1985, the daughter of William Wheaton and Georgia Makowicki. In 2004 she graduated from Ludington High School. She went on to further her education at West Shore Community College and Grand Rapids Community College,…
Obituary: Michael Ivinson, 35, of Ludington Michael Edward Ivinson, 35, of Ludington, passed away unexpectedly June 30, 2023. He was born April 8, 1988, in Tawas City, the son of Edward and Lee (Moore) Ivinson. Michael graduated from Manistee High School in 2006. He was very proud of his veteran family members and followed in their footsteps by enlisting into…
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