Grand Haven man sentenced to up to 20 years for drug possession. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Ryan Steven Brock, 41, was sentenced in 51st Circuit Court on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, for possession of methamphetamine/ecstasy, fourth offense, to 22 months to 20 years imprisonment to run concurrent with another prison term he is already serving. Brock, whose last…
Hospital volunteers to sell flowers. LUDINGTON — The Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital volunteers will hold a Mothers Day flower sale at the hospital on Thursday, May 5 from 8 a.m. until they are sold out. The flowers were grown locally at Weesies Brothers.
Fisher Road closed. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Fisher Road is currently closed between Peterson and Victory Corner Road for construction related to bridge replacement that will take place in 2023. The Mason County Road Commission is completing soil borings at the site of the bridge. The estimated cost of the bridge replacement over the Lincoln River is $1,132,000, funded by Michigan…
Police News, posted April 27, 2022. 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. Monday, April 25, 2022: 6:39 a.m., Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO): Car/deer crash, no injuries, Pere Marquette Highway south of Marrison Road, Summit Township. 6:20 p.m., MCSO: Car/deer crash, no injuries, US 10 west…
Video: MCC High School Proposed Improvements Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Voters in the Mason County Central School District will go to the polls on May 3 to decide on a $33 million bond proposal. A large portion of the proposed 1.95 mill project will go…
Shelby man sentenced to probation for stalking. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A 49-year-old Shelby man was sentenced to five years probation today in 51st Circuit Court on the charges of aggravated stalking and domestic violence. Stephen Allan Lange, of 7305 Baker Rd., was arrested by the Ludington Police Department in February of 2021 and pleaded “no contest” on…
Fin & Feather offering Basic Pistol Class, May 7. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County is offering a basic pistol class on Saturday, May 7 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the club grounds, 3276 N. Darr Road. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $20. Contact instructor Jim Glover at 231-907-8330. The class is open…
Obituary: Susan Daugherty, 65, of Ludington. Susan K. Daugherty (Hansen), 65, of Ludington, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at her home. Susan was one of six children born to Thomas and Marjorie Hansen. Susie and her siblings, Linda, Donna, Judy, Tom and Ron, brothers-in-law Don and Steve, sisters-in-law Christy and Catherine as well as her nieces and nephew,…
Scottville approves marijuana ordinance. SCOTTVILLE — Scottville City Commission passed an ordinance Monday evening allowing marijuana businesses, both recreational and medical, in select zones of the city. The ordinance passed unanimously 7-0. The ordinance will take effect in 15 days, but that does not mean that marijuana businesses will instantly be appearing in the city. City Attorney Carlos Alvarado explained…
MCC Alumni Feature: Harold Cronk, filmmaker, artist, writer, entrepreneur Spartan News is presented by Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. This special series of Spartan News features alumni of MCC. By Sarah Jensen, Contributing Writer. MCC Class of 1993 Undergraduate degree: Associate degree, West Shore Community College; bachelor of science, K-12 art education, Central Michigan University…
Ludington, Scottville, PM Twp. to take action on establishing brownfield authorities. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. The Ludington City Council and the Scottville City Commission are both expected to take action tonight, at their regular meetings, on resolutions proposing the formation of a brownfield redevelopment authority. If approved, each of the municipalities will create its own authority. Pere Marquette Charter Township’s…
Police News, posted April 25, 2022. 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. Thursday, April 21, 2022 – 12:05 p.m., Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO): Deputies investigated an assault in the 3700 block of North Reed Road, Sherman Township. The report has been forwarded to the Mason…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted April 25, 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…
Recent births, posted April 25, 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 births have been reported: Kaiya…
Educator Spotlight: MCE’s Tracy Schwass. By Kate Krieger-Watkins, Staff Writer. Educator Spotlight is a presentation of is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville and Manistee, offering discounts for MEA members and school employees. CUSTER – Only having taught for four years, one might think Mason County Eastern teacher Tracy Schwass still has much to learn.…
Obituary: Janet O’Brien, 74, of Ludington. Janet Lynne O’Brien, “Pastor Jan”, 74 of Ludington passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2022 surrounded by her family. Jan was born on March 14, 1948 in Ludington, the daughter of George Wesley and Betty Marie (Rhinebolt) Billings and graduated from Mason County Central High School with the class of 1966. On June 24,…
Ludington elementary observe Earth Day cleaning up trash. By Kate Krieger, MCP Staff Writer Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP – Today, all across the country people are doing things to help the environment in celebration of Earth Day. This year marks the 52nd…
Reed and Ashley will play marathon golf game to raise funds for Folds of Honor. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. On Saturday, April 30, local business owners Tad Reed and Scott Ashley will participate in a marathon golf game to support the children and dependents of fallen and wounded soldiers and sailors. The 100-hole marathon will raise funds for Folds of…
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