Stanley Brian Schroeder, 83, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Visitation begins at noon at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Michigan Trout Unlimited, Samaritan Purse, or Salvation Army. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of the victim who passed away from a probable drowning at the Ludington State Park Tuesday. Mark Scholes, 44, of Oskaloosa, Iowa was pronounced dead at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital Tuesday afternoon after he was transported to the hospital. According to Mason County Sheriff…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Twisted Sticks Radio Controlled (RC) Club will hold its fourth Summer Fun Fly event Saturday, July 27 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hull Field, 5960 W. Chauvez Road, west of the Mason County Campground. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held on Sunday, July 28, same times. The free event…
Maribeth Jane Nettleman, 79, of Bradenton Fla. and Ludington, passed away on April 6, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 4, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, with visitation at 1 p.m. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of…
Peter Paul Mazurek, 70, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 29, 2024. Pete was born on November 10, 1953, in Ludington, the son of Felix and Maxine (Renwick) Monchunski. He was adopted by his parents, Samuel and Carolyn (Monchunski) Mazurek in 1956. Pete attended St. Mary’s School and Mason County Central Schools and completed his education at…
West Shore School News is presented by West Shore Educational School District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — The West Shore Educational Service District opened its new playground Tuesday at its main campus at 2130 W. US 10-31. The playground was dedicated to long-time board of education member James…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A 45-year-old man died Tuesday afternoon following a water emergency at the mouth of the Big Sable River at the Ludington State Park. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at 1:49 p.m. for a report of a person struggling in the water. “Several persons entered…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP (1:52 p.m.) — Emergency crews have been dispatched to Ludington State Park for a water emergency. Mason-Oceana 911 dispatch information stated that a 45-year-old male was found struggling at the mouth of the Big Sable River at Lake Michigan. Multiple people came to his aid and started performing CPR once he was brought back to shore. Use caution…
LUDINGTON — Sandcastles Children’s Museum, 129 E. Ludington Ave., will be closed on Wednesday, July 10 and Thursday, July 11 for air conditioning repairs. The units were damaged during a recent power outage. The museum will be open again on Friday, July 12 at 11 a.m. Normal summer hours are Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and…
Richard Lee Haldeman, 91 Years Young, of Ludington, formerly of Boyne City and Royal Oak, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, while under hospice care. Richard was born on April 12, 1933, to Frederick C. Haldeman Sr. and Toreeca M. (Nee: Furgeson) Haldeman in Romeo. After Richard graduated from Romeo High School in 1951, he served two years in…
A ceremony to honor and remember the life of Ivan Anthony will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 12 at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Riverton Township. Friends may meet with Ivan’s family on Thursday, July 11 from 6 to 8 p.m., and on Friday from 10 a.m. until noon at St. Paul’s Church. Those who wish…
Harriet Emmerling Feria, affectionately known by her family as Dolly, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at the age of 82 in Ludington. Born on August 28, 1941, in Batesville, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Johnye Harris and grew to be a beloved figure in her community and beyond.…
Steven Aranyi, 89, of Ludington, died peacefully at home on Saturday, July 6, 2024. Funeral arrangements are pending by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for…
Jean Mary (Underwood) Knudsen, 80, of Ludington, passed away on November 10, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from noon to 3 p.m. at Amber Township Hall, 177 S. Amber Rd. Read Jean’s obituary here. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP…
Theodore Michael Benjamen, the son of Carol Burton and Theron Benjamen of Manistee, was born on Sunday, July 7, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Please Help Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The…
Employment Opportunity: Administrative Support Specialist Mason County Central Schools is currently accepting applications for the position of Administrative Support Specialist. The job includes providing support to the Board of Education, Superintendent, and Central Business Office. For details and to apply, visit www.mccschools.org, job #594. Application deadline is July 24, 2024 at 4 p.m. EOE This is a paid posting, posted…
The Allis-Chalmers WC was purchased new from a Scottville dealership in 1941 By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s Note: Where the heck is Fern? According to longtime resident Estella Stickney, it is located on South Custer Road, in Eden Township, between Hawley and Marrison roads with the epicenter being the intersection of Custer and Sippy roads. So, if you didn’t know,…
LUDINGTON — The SS Badger remained at its home dock in Ludington today, undergoing electrical system repairs. The Badger has been out of service since Saturday evening. It is expected to be operating again Tuesday morning. After departing Manitowoc Saturday afternoon, an electrical issue arose while the ship was underway to Ludington. The problem was quickly identified allowing the ship…
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