Recent death: Clifford L. Elliott, 79, of Ludington

October 7, 2024

Clifford L. Elliott, 79, of Ludington, died on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Funeral arrangements are pending by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news…

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Obituary: Megan Kay Blount, 66, of New Era

October 7, 2024

Megan Kay Blount, 66, of New Era passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Sunday, October 6, 2024.  Megan was born on November 3, 1957 at the Paulina Stearns Hospital in Ludington, the daughter of Dr. Austin and Joan (Lederer) Craymer and graduated from Ludington High School with the class of 1976.  Megan furthered her education at Bel-Rea…

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Recent death: Mary G. Callahan, 67, of Branch

October 7, 2024

Mary G. Callahan, 67, of Branch, died Friday, October 4, 2024, at home.  She was born June 7, 1957, in Albany, New York. Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel is in charge of arrangements.   www.beaconfh.com Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing…

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Recent births, published Oct. 7, 2024

October 7, 2024

Ella Jo Powell, the daughter of Jessica and Nicholas Powell of Ludington, was born on Saturday, October 5, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Please Help Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The easiest…

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VIDEO: Badger’s final arrival of 2024

October 6, 2024

Video by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The SS Badger completed its 71st year Sunday evening, Oct. 6, as it arrived in its home port of Ludington among strong winds and rocky waters. The ships’ crew will spend the winter making necessary repairs and updates. According to Lake Michigan Carferry General Manager Sara Spore, much of the on-board updates will…

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Newly released film ‘Average Joe’ directed by Scottville’s Harold Cronk

October 5, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — When audiences watch the nationally-released movie “Average Joe” they will see hints of Mason County, thanks to Emmy Award winning director Harold Cronk of Scottville. While the majority of the movie was filmed in Louisiana, a few segments were shot in Scottville. The film also features Mason County and Michigan “Easter eggs.” “Average Joe”…

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Photo feature: 5,300 acres of some of Michigan’s most scenic land

October 5, 2024

Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Perhaps I am a little bias, but the Ludington State Park is 5,300 acres of some of the most scenic land in Michigan. Though the park north of Big Sable River is currently…

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Recent death: Douglas Alan Turner, 68, of Free Soil

October 5, 2024

Douglas Alan Turner, 68, of Free Soil, died on Friday, October 4, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with…

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Badger cancels Saturday sailing due to weather

October 4, 2024

LUDINGTON — The SS Badger’s Saturday, Oct. 5 sailing has been cancelled due to forecasted conditions on Lake Michigan. The weather forecast is calling for waves building from 6 to 9 feet and occasionally up to 12 feet. Sunday, Oct. 6, is the scheduled last sailing of the season. At this time the Badger is still scheduled to sail. Lake…

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State Park construction on schedule

October 4, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A large portion of Ludington State Park has been closed since Sept. 3 as a $3.2 million construction project began. Ludington State Park Manager Jim Gallie. said much of the current construction includes replacing several parking lots, sidewalk and curb work, along with building repairs. Additionally, work is taking place inspecting and trimming…

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79th District Court sentencings, published Oct. 4, 2024

October 4, 2024

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Jonathan Wayne Haynes, 48, pleaded guilty on September 25 to domestic violence and was sentenced to 93 days in jail (suspended sentence), 12 months of probation, and $125 in fines/costs. -Dakota Allen Hernandez, 20, pleaded guilty on October 2 to third-degree retail…

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Homeless man arrested on 9 outstanding warrants at Waterfront Park

October 4, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — A 55-year-old homeless man was arrested on Thursday, Oct. 3 by Ludington Police Department. The arrest occurred because the man had nine outstanding arrest warrants out of the 63rd and 61st district courts of Kent County. The warrants included: Failure to appear…

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Stage Left Theatre Co. to hold auditions

October 4, 2024

LUDINGTON – The Stage Left Theatre Company will hold auditions for “Murder at the Moon: Unmasked” on Wednesday, October 9 at 6 p.m. at The Bookmark, 201 S. Rath Ave. The non-profit theatre company is in search of two women and two men ages 21 or over to fill roles for the show. The show will run on Fridays through…

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Recent births, published Oct. 4, 2024

October 4, 2024

Oscar Garza, Jr., the son of Davia Escobar and Oscar Garza of Shelby, was born on Thursday, October 3, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Please Help Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The…

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Request for Proposals: General Contractors for Home Repair Services

October 4, 2024

Request for Proposals: General Contractors for Home Repair Services FiveCAP, Inc. is seeking General Construction and Mechanical Contractors to provide home repair services in Lake County. This program is funded by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). Interested licensed contractors may submit license and proof of insurance to FiveCAP Inc. at 302 N. Main Street, Scottville, MI 49454. For…

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MCC to celebrate homecoming

October 3, 2024

The 2024 MCC Homecoming Court includes, seated, from left: Freshman representative Addisyn LaPointe; sophomore representative Maylan Sanders; junior representative Lucy O’Harra, junior; senior queen nominees Clara Baur, Ellie Bendele, Callee Bourgette, and Elliette Thomas. Standing, from left: Freshman representative Kolby Kessel; sophomore representative Abel Edmondson; junior representative Cole Vander Haag; senior king nominees Drake McKay, Alex Ross, Bryce Thurow and…

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Sons of American Legion seeking funds for Wreaths Across Mason County

October 3, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — American Legion Post #76 Edwin H. Ewing, Sons of American Legion (SAL) Squadron 76 is sponsoring the 2024 veteran cemetery wreath program, Wreaths Across Mason County” “Our objective is to lay as many wreaths as possible on veteran graves in Mason County cemeteries,” said Mike Burch, second vice commander of the SAL and co-chairman…

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Suspect captured after running from deputies

October 3, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — A 19-year-old Pentwater man was arrested on a charge of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police after Mason County sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a person smashing a windshield out of vehicle Wednesday, Oct. 2, shortly before 7 p.m. in the 6300…

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Obituary: Fred Allen Curtis, 63, of Grand Rapids

October 3, 2024

Fred Allen Curtis, 63, of Grand Rapids, died Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at Trinity Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids.  He was born July 29, 1961, in Fremont, the son of Milburn and Beverly (Clark) Curtis. Fred graduated from Ludington High School with the Class of 1979 where he played football and wrestled.  He then attended Western Michigan University…

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Obituary: Deborah ‘Deby’ Ruegsegger, 67, of Ludington

October 3, 2024

Deborah “Deby” Ruegsegger, 67, of Ludington, fell asleep in death October 2, 2024, after a short battle with cancer.  She was born August 30, 1957, in Alma. Deby enjoyed cruising in the Caribbean, walks along the Lake Michigan shore, digging in the dirt with her hands and planting flowers, working with numbers and trying her hand at different arts and…

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Not in our school! Teaching lessons on anti-bullying

October 2, 2024

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 Central Upper Elementary Principal Kevin Kimes is passionate about assuring that each of his students learn in a safe and healthy environment. For several years, he has taught the student body about anti-bullying by holding an…

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