The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — A 42-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s deputies Sunday, Nov. 24, shortly before 5 p.m. in the 2900 block of of North Victory Corners Road 911 following a 911 call reporting an unwanted person. “When asked to…
LUDINGTON — Sandcastles Children’s Museum recently received a $3,000 grant from the Community Foundation for Mason County and a $2,500 grant from Great Lakes Energy People Fund for a social emotional learning exhibit called Zen’s Den. The Community Foundation of Mason County has been a frequent supporter of Sandcastles’ exhibits and programming. This project is made possible by a grant from the Drs. Ruth and John…
Laurie Ann Bentz, a devoted Catholic, 67, of Ludington, passed away peacefully at home on November 22, 2024. Laurie was born on February 24, 1957, in Ludington. She was the daughter of Loreta M. Sniegowski and Louis B. Sniegowski. Laurie loved cooking, baking, sewing, gardening, and collecting antiques. She enjoyed hosting family gatherings for the holidays and spending time with…
Carol L. Brezinski, 92, of Ludington, died at Ludington Woods on Sunday, November 24, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Richard R. Brezinski; son, Daniel R. Brezinski (Cheryl) of Branch; daughter, Beth A. Brezinski of Scottsdale, Az.; and grandson, Bryan D. Brezinski of East Lansing. Carol was born in Muskegon on October 11, 1932. She graduated High School in…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Area Senior Center hosted its annual Senior Community Dinner Sunday afternoon at Mason County Central High School. The free meal was partially funded through a coin drive organized by the Mason County District Library Scottville branch…
Employment: Teaching Positions FiveCAP, Inc. is seeking career oriented, motivated individuals with Early Childhood Education and experience to join its leadership and teaching team in beautiful west Michigan. FiveCAP Head Start and Early Head Start programs have openings in Mason, Manistee, Lake and Newaygo counties. Starting Pay: Center Director, $53,000-$57,000; Lead Teacher, $44,000-$49,000; Teacher Assistant, $20 per hour with great…
LUDINGTON — A 17-year-old Ludington male was arrested Friday evening after allegedly stabbing a 16-year-old Ludington male. Police and emergency medical personnel were dispatched to Legacy Plaza in downtown Ludington at 7:37 p.m. on Nov. 22 for a reported stabbing. According to Ludington Police Department Chief Chris Jones, upon arrival officers found the 16-year-old victim with a stab wound to…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — First and second students at Mason County Central’s Scottville Elementary held a Thanksgiving lunch today. Students were able to invite a guest with them. Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole and some of his deputies shared a meal…
SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — A Go Fund Me page has been set up for the family of the 35-year-old Pentwater woman who was tragically killed on US 31 while trying to help other motorists involved in a crash on US 31 Wednesday evening, Nov. 20. Latoya Marie Smith was hit by a pickup truck north of Meisenheimer Road. According to the…
LUDINGTON — A 19-year-old Manistee man faces four felony charges after allegedly threatening guests at a Pere Marquette Township hotel early Wednesday morning. Jonald Wilson, Jr. was arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court on Wednesday and has formally been charged with assault with a dangerous weapon (felonious assault) and three counts of assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer. Shortly after midnight…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 43-year-old Howard City, Michigan man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies following a 911 call “reporting a subject removing items from the shelves at Walmart and throwing the product around the store,” said Mason County Sheriff Kim…
Public Notice: Special Meeting, Hamlin Township The Hamlin Township Board of Trustees will hold a Special Meeting at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at the Hamlin Township Hall, 3775 N. Jebavy Drive, Ludington, Michigan 49431. The purpose of the meeting is to approve job postings for the following open positions: Township Attorney Township Clerk Office Manager Recording Clerk…
Employment: Full Time Cook Oakview Medical Care Facility has an immediate opening for Full time Cook. Ability to work well with others in a close environment, enjoy working with the elderly and perform a variety of tasks in accordance with current federal and state regulations. Flexibility is a must. Benefit package includes, Health, dental, vision and life insurance, 401 A retirement,…
SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — Latoya Marie Smith, 35, of Pentwater has been identified as the “Good Samaritan” who was struck and killed on US 31 Wednesday evening, Nov. 20, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “Other names and details related to the crash are being withheld at this time,” said Sheriff Cole. Smith was hit by a pickup truck while…
SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — A 35-year-old Pentwater woman died Wednesday evening while trying to help another motorist on US 31 freeway. Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole said emergency crews were dispatched to US 31 north of Meisenheimer Road at 8:21 p.m. “Upon arrival deputies located two heavily damaged vehicles in the median and a third vehicle, not involved, parked on the…
LUDINGTON — A 30-year-old woman was sentenced to 29 months to 40 years in prison for a three-count felony conviction of delivery/manufacture of cocaine, heroin or another narcotic in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Nov. 19. Mara Lynn Castro-Delgado pleaded “no contest” to the charges Oct. 8, according to court records. Charges of bringing contraband into jail/prison, possession of…
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 Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024: 5:55 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, US 10 west of Stephens Road, Custer Township. 8 p.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Custer Road south of Meisenheimer Road,…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Tina Ann Rose, 44, pleaded “no contest” Sept. 24 to methamphetamine possession and was sentenced Nov. 12 to nine months in jail with credit for 98 days served; two years probation; and $598 in fines and costs. One count of controlled…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Tickets are available online now for the Rotary Club of Ludington’s 25th Annual Holiday Auction scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 4 at Lincoln Hills Golf Club. In addition to a full meal, those attending the live auction gala will be able to bid on more than 170 silent auction items and 10 live auction items and packages as…
Judith Alma Rozell, 83, of Free Soil, formerly of Lansing, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Mom was born on December 1, 1940, in Free Soil, to the late F. Andrew M. Rozell and Mary G. (Brown) Rozell. She graduated from Haslett High School in 1958. Later in life, in 1990, she earned her associate degree in accounting from…
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.…
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