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Michael “Big Mike” Dennis Griffith, 74, of Ludington, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024. He was born July 28, 1949, in Detroit, the son of Jospeh James Griffith and Cecilia Marie Faford. Michael was a graduate of St. Brigid’s Catholic High School in 1968. Following high school, Michael managed a local Kroger’s before being drafted in the U.S. Army,…
This is a paid posting. Paid for by Committee to Elect Beth Hand Prosecutor, PO Box 86, Custer, MI 49405. My name is Beth Hand, Republican candidate for Mason County Prosecuting Attorney and I am asking for your vote on August 6. I have been attempting to personally introduce myself to as many of you as possible by going door…
West Shore School News is presented by West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. LUDINGTON — MiSTEM Network Region 9 has recently formed a partnership with UACJ Whitehall Industries of Ludington to provide space for a new practice facility dedicated to local FIRST Robotics teams. “This unique business and school partnerships will…
LUDINGTON — Ludington Area School District’s O.J. DeJonge Middle School was recently recognized by Solution Tree as a Promising Practices Professional Learning Community at Work for its initial success in raising student achievement. “OJ’s commitment to implementing the PLC at Work process has been a major contributing factor in making a visible, positive impact on student learning,” said Mike Hart,…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday, July 24, 2024: 6:38 a.m., alarm activation, Hamlin Township. 10:53 a.m., a 41 year-old Ludington woman was arrested for assault following a 911 call reporting a fight, 5700 block of Barton Road,…
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Employment: LMTA Bus Dispatcher Ludington Mass Transit Authority (LMTA) is a public transportation authority servicing Mason County and is currently seeking candidates for a part-time dispatcher. Hours will vary from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will include some weekends. Must have a clean criminal background check, pass a pre-employment physical and DOT drug screen. The Dispatcher will be a…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Over the last few years I have enjoyed exploring Mason County on my side-by-side. I don’t have the more powerful sport vehicle but rather one that combines utility and recreation allowing me to use it on the farm, in the yard, the roads and trails. I prefer the back country roads and the trails of the…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 30-year-old Ludington man received serious injuries after a northbound vehicle attempted a left turn into the path of his southbound motorcycle on Pere Marquette Highway south of Sixth Street Tuesday, July 23, shortly after 7 a.m., said Mason…
WSCC News is presented by West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The ninth Muddy Fox Trot at West Shore Community College was held on Saturday, July 20 and included 340 participants, making it the biggest Muddy Fox Trot yet. The family-friendly, three-mile run and obstacle course included 13 challenging obstacles, such as muddy…
Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Mason County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to MCP’s Letter to the Editor Policy. Dear Editor, We the undersigned, being…
Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Mason County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to MCP’s Letter to the Editor Policy. Dear Editor I am the current…
By Brooke Hammond, MCP Intern PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Western Michigan Fair Association will be hosting the 85th Western Michigan Fair beginning Monday, Aug. 5 through Saturday, Aug. 10. The midway opens Tuesday, Aug. 6. “It is a gathering place,” said Marcia Hansen, WMFA communications coordinator. “It is a piece of Americana. All generations can enjoy coming to the…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Two candidates are running for the Republican nomination of Mason County drain commissioner. The decision on the nominee and the decision on the next drain commissioner will be determined during the Aug. 6 primary election, as there are only Republicans running for the position. The Mason County Drain Commission is responsible for the care and maintenance…
Roger Allen Anderson was born on March 5, 1959, and won his quick battle with pancreatic cancer on Sunday, July 21, 2024, when he embarked on his greatest adventure yet, heaven with his Lord and Savior Jesus. Roger was born to Julienne (Seymour) and Raymond Anderson in Ludington where he lived his 65 years. He graduated from Ludington High School…
John Levi Ball, 83, of Ludington, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024, at his home. He was born February 22, 1941, in Ludington, to L.D. and Mary (Verschueren) Ball, the second of 14 children. John was a graduate of Ludington High School, Class of 1959. John was a quiet and gentle man who loved his family and was very proud…
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