Fake $100 bill passed at golf course. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office investigated a complaint of a counterfeit $100 bill that was passed at Lakeside Links Golf Club located in the 5300 block of West Chauvez Road, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. It was reported Thursday, July 28, at 9 a.m. Other recent police…
Man cited for driving with suspended license 6th time. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 37-year-old Ludington man was cited by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for his sixth charge of driving while license suspended following a traffic stop Thursday, July 28, at 12:45 p.m. at US 10 and Nelson Road, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The police news…
Old engine show begins Thursday. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — The 48th Western Michigan Old Engine Club’s Old Engine and Tractor Show begins on Thursday Aug 4 and will continue through Sunday, Aug. 7. Recently, some of the club members gathered on a field farmed by Thurow Farms in Eden Township to cut grain in preparation for the show.…
Obituary: Robert Cloutier, 85, of Ludington. Robert “Bob” Donald Cloutier, 85, of Ludington, died Sunday, July 31, 2022, at home. He was born August 17, 1936, in Harbor Beach, Michigan, the son of Alex and Lillian (Cray) Cloutier. Bob worked as a service tech in propane distribution for over 30 years until retiring in 1998. In his spare time, Bob…
Brad Reed to be second generation to teach photography at WSCC. WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Brad Reed has been hired by West Shore Community College as an adjunct instructor to teach photography beginning the fall 2022 semester. Reed follows in the shoes of his father,…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Aug. 1, 2022. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following recent death information…
Trying to remain optimistic about the Optimist project. By Rob Alway Editor’s note: Rob Alway is a Scottville city commissioner and editor-in-chief/owner of Mason County Press. This article serves as an op-ed, including some opinion as an elected official. I typically would have written this op-ed much sooner, but instead spent a planned vacation with my family this past week.…
Obituary: Jean Dalzell, 72, of Ludington. Jean Ann (Crepeau) Dalzell, 72, was called home to heaven on Friday, July 29, 2022. She was born in Flint on January 17, 1950, the daughter of Hector and Betsy (Smith) Crepeau. On December 12, 1970, Jean married David Dalzell in Traverse City and they shared 52 wonderful years together and raised seven children. …
Obituary: Ronald Newberg, 80, of Ludington Ronald Lee Newberg, 80, of Ludington passed away on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Born December 22, 1941 in Ludington, he was a 1959 graduate of Ludington High School. In December of 1965, Ron finished basic training for the National Guard, and as an enlisted guardsman. He defended the City of Detroit during the Detroit…
Obituary: Chelsey Ray, 23, of Scottville. Chelsey Rebecca Ray, 23, of Scottville, passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2022. She was born August 23, 1998 in Ludington to Scott and Melodey (Cole) Ray. Chelsey attended Ludington Schools. She enjoyed playing on her phone, camping, hanging with friends, but most of all she loved hanging out with her nieces and nephews. Chelsey…
Bumstead faces Ritchard in primary for 32nd Senate District. Senator Jon Bumstead (R-Muskegon) faces challenger Charles “Chuck” Ritchard (R-Hart) in the 32nd District of the Michigan Senate during the primary election Tuesday, Aug. 2. Bumstead currently represents the 34th Senate District. The newly-drawn 32nd District includes the majority of Mason, Oceana and Muskegon counties, and parts of Manistee and Benzie…
Obituary: Laurie VanNortwick, 60, of Ludington. Laurie Jean VanNortwick, 60, of Ludington, passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 22, 2022, at home. She was born July 12, 1962, in Ludington, the daughter of Wilbur and Audrey (Crampton) VanNortwick. Laurie graduated from Mason County Central in the Class of 1980, and then earned her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Ferris State…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted July 28, 2022. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following recent death information…
Walkerville man dies after being hit by vehicle. The man was standing outside his vehicle on Scottville Road after hitting a deer. EDEN TOWNSHIP — A 44-year-old Walkerville man died after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday, July 27, shortly after 6 a.m. on South Scottville Road near Sippy Road. Elmond Edward Hamilton III was standing outside his vehicle after…
Thief/thieves steal from migrant bus while workers toil in the field. RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — While migrant workers were toiling in the field Tuesday, July 26, a thief or thieves stole their money and personal items from a migrant work bus that was parked alongside the Scottville Road near Chauvez Road some time between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., said Mason…
Woman arrested for meth possession following 3-vehicle crash. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Auto Owners Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 48-year-old Caseville, Michigan woman was arrested for possession of methamphetamine following a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of US 10 and Meyers Road Tuesday, July 26, shortly before…
Shelby State Bank announces promotions. SHELBY — Shelby State Bank recently promoted three people. They include: Mary McDonald. McDonald, branch manager, has been promoted to branch officer of the Fruitport office. McDonald began her career with Shelby State Bank in 2008 as a teller. She has served in multiple roles including teller, customer service representative, personal banker, and branch manager.…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted July 27, 2022. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following recent death information…
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