Deputies investigate ‘under ringing’ at Walmart PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Mason County sheriff’s deputies are investigating a recent of rash of “under ringing”of merchandise at Walmart on US 1o, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “Under ringing” typically involves scanning in cheaper items for more expensive items in the self check-out lane. The crimes, which are categorized as retail fraud,…
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WSCC hosts 25th annual high school art exhibition WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP – The West Shore Community College art department will host the 25th annual regional high school art exhibition, titled “Faces: Emotions and Expressions” beginning today in the college’s Manierre Dawson…
Domestic violence suspect captured after deputies issue ‘be on the lookout’ alert PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 39-year-old Flint man was spotted by a Lake County sheriff’s deputy during the early morning hours of Monday, March 6, after Mason County sheriff’s deputies issued a ‘be on the lookout’ (BOL) alert, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Mason County deputies…
MCC Forensics Team half way through season Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press Mason County Central High School’s Forensics Team has competed at three tournaments to date this season. Results are as follows: Birch Run, Feb. 12: 10th out of 24 schools with 85 points Alma, Feb. 25: Second place…
MASON COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC INPUT MEETING The Mason County Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Input Meeting as part of its regularly scheduled meeting on March 14, 2023 at 9 a.m. in the conference room at the Mason County Airport Terminal, 5300 West US-10, Ludington (Pere Marquette Township). The purpose of this meeting will be to authorize…
Obituary: Katherine Lemere, 57, of Ludington Katherine Kay Lemere, 57, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2023. She was born on December 21, 1965, the daughter of William and Virginia Rose Lemere. Katherine was a member of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians. She loved being in nature, especially at the State Park where she loved to feed…
Conservation group seeks feedback from ORV trail users The North Country Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (NCCISMA) is asking for assistance from the off road vehicle (ORV) community. NCCISMA serves as the hub for those concerned with invasive species within Lake, Mason, Mecosta, Missaukee, Osceola, and Wexford counties. Several locations within NCCISMA are well-known and popular destinations for ORV users.…
Medal of Honor mural being moved this week American Legion, Historical Society still in need of funds LUDINGTON — A mural honoring Mason County’s two Medal of Honor recipients is being removed this week from the downtown building that has hosted it since it was created. The mural, title “Medal of Honor Recipients: Ludington’s Own,” is currently located on the…
Scottville Elementary celebrates March is Reading month with pirate theme Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Like many local elementary schools, Scottville Elementary (Mason County Central’s lower elementary) is observing the March is Reading Month with a variety of activities to get kids excited…
Embezzlement trial against Scottville woman begins LUDINGTON — The trial of a 35-year-old Scottville woman began today with jury selection. Jessica Michelle Englebrecht faces 12 charges for allegedly abusing her authority as a guardian and embezzling from 11 vulnerable adults she as appointed by the Mason County Probate Court to protect. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel filed eight felony counts, one…
Man on late night donut-spinning spree arrested for drunk driving, cocaine possession PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 24-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies around 2:30 a.m. Saturday, March 4, for operating while intoxicated and cocaine possession following multiple calls reporting a reckless driver, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “The first call was reported as a…
79th District Court arraignments, posted March 6, 2023 By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Bradley James Skofic, 22; two counts of larceny in a building; arrested Feb. 25 by Ludington Police Department; arraigned Feb. 27; probable cause hearing: March 8; bail: $5,000/10 percent. …
District Court sentencings, posted March 6, 2023 LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced to jail terms in Mason County’s 79th District Court. Bryan Daniel Tucker, 54. Offense date, Jan. 26, 2023. Arrested by Michigan State Police – Hart Post. Count 1: Operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Plea and sentencing, March 1, 2023: Guilty, 93 days in jail, 12 months…
Oriole Foundation hosting Dancing with the Local Stars HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Ludington Area School District’s Oriole Foundation will host Dancing with the Local Stars on Saturday, April 29 at Lincoln Hills Golf Club. The event will raise money for the foundation and the district’s robotics program. Pennies from Heaven Foundation has committed a $50,000 match for funds raised during…
Obituary: Mickeal Patten, 72, of Scottville Mickeal Henry Patten, 72, of Scottville, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Mickeal was born on October 3, 1950. He was the son of the late George and Dollie May (Radford) Patten. In 1968, Mickeal graduated from Mason County Central High School. After countless years working as an ironworker, Mickeal was able to…
Circuit court sentencings, posted March 4, 2023 LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court. – Melissa Jean Garland, 29. Offense date, Oct. 27, 2022. Arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s Office. Count 1: Assault with a dangerous weapon (felonious assault); plea, guilty, on Jan. 3, 2023. Sentenced on Feb. 28, 2023: Count 1: three days…
VIDEO: Winter at Chinnery Rollway Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. WATCH VIDEO HERE By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s Note: The following contains a little history about the Chinnery Rollway and the families who have been stewards of that now-historical landmark. This narrative doesn’t do justice to…
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