Obituary: Doris Astrowski, 87, of Ludington Doris “Dori” Marie Astrowski, 87, of Ludington, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023. Dori was born on April 16, 1936 in Ludington, the daughter of the late Harry and Margaret (Tezloff) Shafer. She attended Lakeview Grade School and was a 1954 graduate of Ludington High School. Dori married Vito Astrowski on June 25,…
Scottville woman rejects plea in conservator embezzlement case The case is scheduled for a 10-day trial beginning Sept. 6 By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON — A 36-year-old Scottville woman charged with 11 criminal counts in connection to embezzling funds from wards of the court under a conservatorship rejected a plea deal in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Friday, Aug. 18.…
Man pleads to charges in drunk driving crash that killed young couple and their unborn child David Wellington faces up to life in prison By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON — A 29-year-old man faces five to 19 years minimum to a maximum of life in prison after pleading “no contest” in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Friday, Aug. 18, for…
Obituary: Kristina Myers, 45, of Cedar Springs, formerly of Ludington Kristina Elizabeth Myers, 45, of Cedar Springs, formally of Ludington, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Kristina, lovingly known as “KK”, was born on October 6, 1977, the daughter of Kirk and Marie (Genson) Myers. In 1999 she graduated from Ludington High School. She loved life, family, and her…
Fire damages Custer Twp. house CUSTER TOWNSHIP — Firefighters were called to a house fire Friday morning at 428 E. Wilson Road. Upon arrival, firefighters reported heavy smoke coming from the roof of the house, owned by Dennis and Deborah Krajkiewicz. Scottville Fire Department, Custer Fire Department and Riverton Fire Department were dispatched at 7:06 a.m. Riverton Fire Chief Joe…
Great Lakes Maritime History conference to be hosted in Ludington LUDINGTON — The Mason County Historical Society will host several of the region’s premier marine historians during the Association for Great Lakes Maritime History’s Annual Conference and Membership Meeting. The public is invited to attend the Conference on Saturday, September 9. The Association for Great Lakes Maritime History is a…
Employment Opportunity: Custodian/Maintenance West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Custodian/Maintenance. High School diploma and three years experience with building and grounds maintenance required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or…
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Employment Opportunity: 3rd Shift Supervisor/Charge Nurse Do you see yourself as a team player? Are you ready for a career where you feel you make a difference in the lives of others? We are looking for a dynamic nurse to lead a team of nurses and CNAs as Third Shift Supervisor/ChargeNurse. Oakview uses an interdisciplinary approach to provide competent and…
Police news, posted Aug. 18, 2023; The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023: 8:22 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), retail fraud, Wesco, 100 block of North Main Street, City of Scottville. The complainant reported the theft of two bottles of brandy from the store. 9:43 a.m., (MCSO), one-vehicle crash, minor injury, Hansen Road west…
MCC, MCE bands join forces for fall marching season Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Eastern High School and Mason County Central High School have formed a cooperative marching band for the upcoming football and marching band competition season. Jointly, the band…
West Shore Bank Rhythm & Dunes raises $16,000 for local band programs LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank’s 11th annual Rhythm & Dunes community concerts, held earlier this summer, raised $16,000 for music programs at Mason County Central Schools, Mason County Eastern Schools and Ludington Area Schools. Over the past 11 years, the summer concert series has raised $116,750 for the…
Police news, posted Aug. 17, 2023 The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023: 12:10 p.m., larceny, 4600 block of West US 10, Amber Township. The complainant reported the theft of two deep fryers from behind a business. 8:35 p.m., two car/deer crashes, no injury, Jebavy Drive north of Bertha Lane, Pere Marquette Township.…
Carlson named CEO of FloraCraft LUDINGTON — Steve Carlson has been named chief executive officer of FloraCraft, in addition to his title of president. Carlson replaces Eric Erwin who retired last week. In January Carlson, who had previously served as chief operating officer, was named president of the company. Carlson has been with FloraCraft for 20 years and leads all…
Police news, posted Aug. 16, 2023 The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023: 10:30 a.m., car/goose crash, no injury, US 31 freeway south of the Chauvez Road overpass, Pere Marquette Township. 11:38 a.m., two-vehicle crash, no injury, US 31 south of Forest Trail, Free Soil Township. 8:49 p.m., one-vehicle crash, no injury, First…
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WSCC to host welcome back event WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College will be hosting a welcome event to kick off the 2023 fall semester. The event will take place Thursday, August 24, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the main campus, with…
Employment Opportunity: High School Office Assistant Mason County Central Public Schools is hiring a High School Office Assistant for the 2023-2024 school year. For details and to apply, visit: www.mccschools.org. Job #565 Deadline to apply is Aug. 1, 2023 at 4 p.m. EOE This is a paid posted. Posted Aug. 16, to Aug. 30, 2023.
Police news, posted Aug. 15, 2023 The following is police activity in Mason County Monday, Aug. 14, 2023: 11:52 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), fraud, 5700 block of West Barton Road, Pere Marquette Township. The complainant reported there was an unauthorized charge on a bank card. 2:07 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 67-year-old Ludington man was arrested for domestic assault…
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,…
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