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Employment: School Crossing Guard The City of Ludington Police Department is seeking a seasonal permanent part-time school crossing guard. The work involves traffic control and supervising students crossing the street at Washington and Tinkham avenues. The LPD is looking for individuals who possess the ability to interact well with children of all ages, use good judgment, and have flexible schedules.…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Law enforcement personnel quickly apprehended an escaped inmate today who ran from a corrections deputy as the 26-year-old man was being escorted to the Mason County Courthouse from the Mason County Jail. Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole said the inmate, who was wearing an orange jail outfit, handcuffed and “belly chained,” had been transported…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 48-year-old woman convicted of two counts of first-degree retail fraud was sentenced to 20 months to 10 years in prison Tuesday, Nov. 19, in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court. Nicole Lynn Boles pleaded guilty to the felony charges, Oct. 8. Boles admitted to stealing merchandise from both the Ludington area Walmart and…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — Mason County Central Schools has partnered with members of the community to help give some first and second grade students a boost in learning. Community Reading Buddies, held at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 765 W. US 10-31,…
MASON COUNTY — The first snowfall of the season is expected to begin tonight, Nov. 20, and continue on Thursday, Nov. 21, according to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids. “Accumulating wet/slushy snow” is expected especially in inland areas from Lake Michigan and across higher terrain areas. There is the possibility of 1-4 inches, “but a low probability exists…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 19-year-old Manistee man was arrested on multiple charges after threatening hotel guests and fighting with police at the Rodeway Inn, at 5095 W. US 10, Wednesday, Nov. 20, shortly after midnight, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Mason County sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the hotel related to a reported subject with a gun…
The Ludington Area Jaycees is holding its second annual Light up the Night Christmas lighting competition. Mason County residents are welcome to register their homes or businesses through Nov. 29. There are two categories, Jaycees Choice and People’s Choice. Participants can win a first place prize of $500 and second place of $300 in the Jaycees Choice and $250 for…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024: 1:19 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, Tuttle Road north of US 10, Custer Township. 7:36 a.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 51-year-old Ludington man was cited for driving…
Marlene McDonald Donley passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024 surrounded by her loving children. She was born on October 28, 1933, in Pontiac to Guy and Audrey McDonald, then moved to Reed City with her family. Marlene graduated from Reed City High School in 1951. After, she joined the Marine Corps for two years before being honorably discharged. Marlene married…
Gerald Eugene Miller, 91, of Ludington, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024. Jerry was born on August 24, 1933, the son of the late Walter and Anne (Gallivan) Miller. In 1952, he graduated from St. Francis High School. On May 9, 1953, he married his forever love, Geraldine Marie (Popp) Miller. Days later, on May 14, 1953, he was…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Brendan Kelley was recently hired as an agriculture water use efficiency educator for Michigan State University Extension. Kelley recently graduated from Michigan State with a master’s degree in bio systems and agricultural engineering, focusing on optimizing irrigation practices to enhance water use efficiency in corn and soybeans. His research experience spans soil moisture monitoring, nutrient leaching, and…
AMBER TOWNSHIP, 12:31 p.m. — Report of a vehicle crash with injuries, US 10-31 and Stiles Road. Two people were transported by Life EMS to Corewell Health Ludington Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, according to the Michigan State Police, Hart post.
LUDINGTON — The Mason County Historical Society will hold it its 87th annual meeting on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024 at the Mason County Historical Society’s downtown Ludington center, 130 E. Ludington Ave. beginning at 6 p.m. The meeting will include a special announcement of recent decisions made by the Board of Directors. It will also include guest speaker Thom Hawley,…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Mason County District Library will host the first of a series of Remote Tech Help sessions on Thursday, Nov. 21 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Hamlin Township Hall, 3775 N. Jebavy Dr. Library staff will be on hand to answer technology questions and help people with their devices. Mason County residents will also be able…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Help Michigan State Police troopers from the Hart post help those in need by “Stuffing a Blue Goose” Friday, Dec. 13, from noon to 6 p.m. at the Ludington area Walmart at 4854 W. US 10. Troopers from the MSP Hart post will partner with the Salvation Army to collect new toys and non-perishable food items…
Greg Russell Erickson, 71, of Ludington, passed away after a short battle with cancer, on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Greg was born on February 17, 1953, the son of the late Robert and Margaret (Duplessis) Erickson. He was a student at Ludington Area Catholic School, and a graduate of Ludington High School in 1972. He attended college at West Shore…
SCOTTVILLE — First Methodist Church of Scottville, 114 W. State St., will host a free community spaghetti dinner today, Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Community dinners are held the third Tuesday of each month from September through May. _____________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10…
Judith Alma Rozell, 83, of Free Soil, formerly of Lansing, died on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. A visitation will be held on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Visitation will also be held on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 from noon to 1 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 900 E.…
Gerald Eugene Miller, 91, of Ludington, died on Monday, November 18, 2024. A memorial service with military honors will be held on Monday, November 25, 2024, at noon at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, with visitation starting at 11am at the funeral home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023…
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Employment: Administration and Database Assistant The Community Foundation for Mason County is seeking an Administration and Database Assistant. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational skills and proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Zoom, Mailchimp, and CSuite software, along with a service-oriented, collaborative approach to supporting all departments with a strong attention to detail. This part-time position is 16 hours a…
