Dorothy Caroline Cartier, 101, of Ludington passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. She was born October 7, 1923, to Joseph Mrofka and Caroline (Paszczak) Benesh, in Chicago. Dorothy first met Robert Bonnville, and the two fell in love, getting married in 1943. Together, they built a beautiful life, raising three sons and a daughter. After their time together,…
West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The 40th West Shore MathCounts Middle School competition took place on Wednesday, February 5 at West Shore Community College. The event highlighted over 200 student “mathletes” from 14 school districts from Mason, Oceana and Manistee counties. Partnering to…
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory that is in effect beginning Saturday, Feb. 8, at 7 a.m. until Sunday, Feb. 9, at 7 a.m. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches are expected. “Heaviest snow will be Saturday afternoon, which could cause snow-covered roads with rapidly changing conditions especially along the US 10 corridor,” states…
Dianna Marie Fye, 73, of Baldwin, passed away following a brief illness on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Dianna was born on December 30, 1951 in Lansing, the daughter of Harley and Elinor (Sabin) Lewis and graduated from Lansing Eastern High School with the class of 1969. On January 8, 1982 she married Eiber “Bear” Vincent in Mason, Mich. and they celebrated 22…
The following are closings and cancellations for Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. Please check this list for updates. Schools Mason County Central Public Schools, including Victory Early Childhood Center West Shore Educational Service District Developmental Center (CTE is not closed) Other Scottville Area Senior Center ____________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news…
Linda Marie Jankowski, 76, of Ludington, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025. Linda was born on January 30, 1949, the daughter of Gerald “Jerry” Jankowski and Eldean (Bashaw) Jankowski. She graduated from St. Simon’s School in 1967. Linda worked many jobs throughout her life, retiring from Mason County Fruit Packers. One of her many joys in life was spending…
Mary Evelyn Stuart, 72, formerly of Ludington, died on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. Listing of 2025 deaths. 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 email news alerts for $10…
LUDINGTON — Smith & Eddy Insurance, in collaboration with Auto-Owners Insurance, recently contributed to the renovation of Hawley Gymnasium at Ludington High School with the addition of a new scorer’s table. The $11,000 donation was part of a broader effort to modernize the gym as part of the school’s overall bond improvements. “This wasn’t a typical request, but once we…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Benjamin Carl Meyer, 51; three counts of felony firearms, possession of a short-barreled shotgun/rifle, receiving and concealing stolen property between $1,000 to $20,000, and possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine/ecstasy); offense date Sept. 9, 2024; arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s Office;…
Submitted by the Community Foundation for Mason County LUDINGTON — Last week, the Community Foundation for Mason County launched the public phase of its Campaign for Mason County. The campaign, “Building a Stronger Community Together,” is a $5 million endowment initiative designed to triple the Foundation’s grant making capacity and address pressing community needs. The campaign, which began in 2023, and will…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Nathan Tyler Horacek, 21, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle while intoxicated and was sentenced to 93 days in jail (suspended sentence), must attend alcohol highway safety education, cannot buy/have/use alcohol or controlled substances, subject to random PBTs, must attend victim’s impact…
AMBER TOWNSHIP — The Mason-Lake Conservation District will be hosting its annual dinner banquet from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 20 at Our Savior Lutheran Church,765 US 10-31. Conversation district staff and partners will have booths to share information on recent projects and accomplishments and will be ready to help with any questions regarding…
The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025: 4 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Barothy Road west of Landon Road, Branch Township. 10:15 a.m., two-vehicle crash, no injury, Stiles and Sugar Grove roads, Victory Township. 5:46 p.m., two-vehicle crash, no injury, Pere Marquette Highway south of US 10, Pere Marquette Township. _____________________________ Please Support Local News…
Eugene “Gene” Jackson Campbell, a man of unshakable strength and unwavering love, passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday February 5, 2025, walking peacefully into the arms of his Savior. Gene was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished friend whose life was a testament to kindness, generosity, and an enduring sense of humor. Born on June…
The birth announcements are a presentation of West Shore Bank, providing service to Mason, Oceana, Manistee, Muskegon, Benzie, and Grand Traverse counties; www.westshorebank.com. Beckham Ryan Claveau, the son of Becka and Ryan Claveau of Caledonia, formerly of Custer, was born on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Grandparents are Bret and Donelle McVicker of Custer, Toni Claveau of Scottville and Jeff Claveau…
Employment: Community Nutrition Instructor Michigan State University Extension This position is responsible for the delivery of nutrition and physical activity education programs. For more information, position descriptions and application, see www.careers.msu.edu, Job #1019354 Apply online by Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025 MSU is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. MSUE District 5 844 S. Griswold St. Ste 400 Hart, MI 49420…
John 11:25-26: Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die.” Sally Ruth (Mackin) Palsrok went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. She was born to Lawrence Edward Mackin and Margaret Elaine (Gilliam)…
William Ronald “Ron” Crilley, 85, of Ludington, formerly of Garden City, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Ron was born April 8, 1939, the son of James and Mary Crilley. He worked for Detroit Diesel for many years and retired to Ludington. On November 25, 1970, Ron married the love of his life, Sherry. They raised five daughters. Ron…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – David Duane Bothwell, 48, pleaded guilty Nov. 19, 2024 to a felony of tampering with an electronic monitoring device (tether) and was sentenced Jan. 28, 2025 to 36 months to 15 years in prison with credit for 152 days served in…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Monday, Feb. 3, 2025: 8:50 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 freeway south of Meisenheimer Road, Summit Township. Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025: 2:51 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 29-year-old…
Edgar Allen “Al” Williams, 84,, of Ludington, formerly of Branch, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025. Born on June 11, 1940, in Muskegon, he was a cherished son to the late Edgar and Katherine (VanZanten) Williams. Edgar graduated from Muskegon Senior High School in 1958 and spent his career as a dedicated welder and boilermaker, a trade that showcased…
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