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Power outage in Scottville SCOTTVILLE — A power outage in a portion of the city Wednesday, June 7, caused the traffic light at State and Union streets not to function. Motorists must use the intersection as a four-stop until power is restored.
Power outage in Scottville SCOTTVILLE — A power outage in a portion of the city Wednesday, June 7, caused the traffic light at State and Union streets not to function. Motorists must use the intersection as a four-stop until power is restored.
Police news, posted June 7, 2023 The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, June 6, 2023: 4:14 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 freeway south of Conrad Road, Amber Township. 10:36 a.m., damaged property, 6400 block of West Jagger Road, Hamlin Township. The complainant reported the removal of surveyor stakes. 5:03 p.m., larceny, 6500 block…
Recent births, posted June 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: Lainey…
Obituary: Dianna Halverson, 73, of Grand Rapids Dianna Paulette (Snyder) Halverson, 73, of Grand Rapids, passed away April 24, 2023. She was born March 28, 1950 in Hart to Ralph L.I. Snyder and Marjorie Roberta (Bromley) Snyder. She was one of five siblings that included three sisters, and one brother, Gary Snyder, who died as a baby before Dianna was…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted June 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 recent death information…
VIDEO: Budweiser Clydesdales arrive Around the County is a presentation of Ludington Beverage, a family owned business celebrating 90 years. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Budweiser Clydesdales arrived at the Mason County Fairgrounds today. The team is in the area to celebrate the Ludington Sesquicentennial and the 90th anniversary of Ludington Beverage. The team was escorted from the south Mason…
End of an era: LHS principal office to move after 65 years A look back at the principals of LHS LHS News is a presentation of Ludington High School in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Not much has changed about the physical principal’s office at Ludington High School in the past 70 years. When classes begin…
Former Scottville commissioner attempts recall against mayor SCOTTVILLE — A former city commissioner is attempting to file a recall petition against Scottville Mayor Marcy Spencer. Eric Thue, who lost in the November 2022 election, filed the application for recall petition today at the Mason County Clerk’s Office. A clarity hearing has been scheduled with the Mason County Election Commission to…
Traffic Alert: Vehicle Crash, US 10 in PM Township PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP (9:54 a.m.) — Report of a two vehicle crash in 4900 block of US 10 (in front of El Rancho). Use caution while driving in that area.
WSCC offering summer Just for Kids programs WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College is offering a series of classes for children ages 4 to 14 throughout the summer months. The first classes start Monday, June 12. Called “Just for Kids,” the programming runs Mondays…
Police news, posted June 6, 2023 The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Monday, June 5, 2023: 5:15 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 south of Sauble Drive Free Soil Township. 5:30 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Quarterline Road south of Treml Road, Grant Township. 5:03 p.m., two-vehicle hit-and-run crash, no injury, 4900 block of West US 10,…
Employment Opportunity: English Language Arts or Social Studies Teacher, part-time Mason County Central Schools is hiring a part-time Middle School English Language Arts or Social Studies Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. See details and apply online at www.mccschools.org. Job ID #558 Deadline to apply: Monday, June 19, 2023 at 4 p.m. EOE
Employment Opportunity: EMS Faculty West Shore Community College seeks an individual who is passionate about teaching in a rural EMS program with a desire to build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and agencies in the College’s service area. This full-time Emergency Medical Services Faculty member will begin Fall Semester, August 23, 2023. The successful candidate will be a collaborative, student-centered…
Recent births, posted June 6, 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: Oaklynn-Lisa…
Community garden, dinner have goals of strengthening a neighborhood 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 — An effort is underway to strengthen a sense of community in the neighborhood that surrounds Emanuel Lutheran Church, 501 E. Danaher St. On Monday, June 12,…
MCC Food Service offering free summer meals Locations in Scottville, Custer, Ludington, Amber Township and Pere Marquette Township Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Food Service will again be offering free summer meals to children at various locations in the county. The free meals are…
Pair of teens break into old Foster school LUDINGTON — Two 15-year-old Ludington boys were apprehended by Ludington police for breaking into the old Foster Elementary School in the 500 block of Foster Street Sunday, June 4, shortly before 8 p.m. “Both teens were released to their parents and will be referred to the Mason County Juvenile Court,” said Cpt.…
Employment Opportunity: Master Mechanic The Mason County Road Commission is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Master Mechanic. A CDL driver’s license is not required to apply but would be required within six months after hire with training provided by the road commission. Benefits include a Lifetime MERS Defined Benefit Retirement, Health Insurance, and life insurance. Short Term leave…
