2024-2025 Alley Paving Contract Bid Notification – City of Ludington The City of Ludington is accepting proposals for the 2024-2025 Alley Paving Contract. Proposals will be accepted until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at City Hall, 400 S. Harrison Street, Ludington, MI 49431. All proposals must be placed in a sealed envelope with “Alley Paving” clearly marked on…
By Brooke Hammond, MCP Intern LUDINGTON —The Mason County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Unit is a group of individuals who volunteer to serve their community alongside local law enforcement. According to the Mason County Sheriff’s Office website the MCSO Reserve Unit began in 1954 under Sheriff Ed Anderson. Originally the group was responsible for the rescue truck that housed vehicle extrication…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, June 21, 2024: 7 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, Beyer Road west of US 31, Victory Township. 12:33 p.m., (MCSO), breaking and entering of a camper, Meyers…
Employment: Instructional Services Specialist – Math West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an Instructional Services Specialist-Math. Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and five years experience required. For a complete list of requirements and responsibilities visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington,…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Pilots Association, EAA Chapter 772, will again host its Young Eagles event on Saturday, July 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mason County Airport. The event offers free airplane rides for children ages 8 to 17 with signed parental consent. Pilots and ground support personnel participating in the event donate…
By Joan Young, Contributing Writer Within Oceana County and the Manistee National Forest hides a trail system that offers plenty of recreational opportunities throughout the year. However, its primary purpose is a series of cross-country ski loops, including some of serious difficulty. These are diligently maintained by the Oceana Cross-Country Ski Association (OCCSA). Just 12 miles south of Scottville, the…
Nancy Louise Duffy, 93, of Ludington, died Wednesday, June 19, 2024. She was born January 13, 1931, in Champaign, Illinois, the daughter of Wilson and Pearl (Hughes) Hill. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com _______ Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10…
LUDINGTON — A 62-year-old woman was struck by a vehicle on Robert Street south of Ludington Avenue Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred about 1:24 p.m. According to a press release from Ludington Police Department, the woman was transported by Life EMS ambulance to Corewell Health Ludington Hospital where she was treated for minor injuries. The driver of the vehicle, a…
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, A little while ago…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief BLUE LAKE TOWNSHIP, Muskegon Co. — Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp is offering a new camp this summer, intended for students with little or no musical experience who want to enter into band. The Mini Camp is a four-day camp for children who are in grades five through seven and will take place on Aug. 7-11.…
Penelope Rose Fischer, the daughter of Morgan and Douglas Fischer of Wellston, was born on Thursday, June 20, 2024. Emma Rose Gibbs, the daughter of Grace and Kyle Gibbs of Ludington, was born on Thursday, June 20, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Please Help Support Local News…
LUDINGTON — The Chamber Alliance of Mason County, along with local news media, will host a candidates’ forum on Thursday, July 11 at Waterfront Park, beginning at 7 p.m. The event will include local and state candidates who are running in the Aug. 6 primary election. The event is being co-hosted by chamber media members Mason County Press, Ludington Daily…
LUDINGTON — The Stage Left Theatre Company recently announced the recipients of its 2024 scholarships. Each receiving a $500 scholarship are Andrew Schrader of Ludington, who will be attending Eastern Michigan University pursuing a bachelor’s of arts degree majoring in musical theatre and Emily Schwarz of Mears, who will be attending the University of Michigan pursuing a bachelor’s of fine arts…
Nancy Pajonk, 75, of Ludington, went home to the Lord on Thursday, June 20, 2024, surrounded by family. Nancy was born March 27, 1949, in Ludington, to Elmer and Rosemary Wright. Nancy married the love of her life, Michael Pajonk, on July 25, 1970 and remained in Ludington. Nancy lived her life full of love for everyone. She always put…
Nancy Ruth Nielsen, 77, of Ludington, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 20, 1947, in Ludington, the daughter of Niels Charles and Ruth (Abair) Nielsen. Nancy was a graduate of Mason County Central High School, Scottville, and then attended Muskegon Business School. She worked…
Employment: Police Officer, Ludington Police Department $10,000 hiring incentive for experienced, currently MCOLES certified officers. The City of Ludington (pop. 8,100) is accepting applications for the position of full time Police Officer, with preference being given to Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) certified applicants. All applicants must be certified/certifiable by the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards. Competitive…
Employment: Administrative Assistant – MCE Middle School/High School Mason County Eastern School District is hiring a Administrative Assistant to the Principal at MCE Middle School/High School. Persons interested in this position should submit a letter of Interest and resume to: Paul Shoup, Superintendent, Mason County Eastern Schools, 18 S. Main Street, Custer, Michigan 49405-9624 or email pshou@mceschools.com For a complete…
Employment: Bookkeeper/Accountant Ludington area: Seeking ambitious, multi-task, organized person with attention to detail and good communication skills to assist with all aspects of accounting and reporting for non-profit organization. Qualifications: B.A. in Accounting or equivalent Full charge bookkeeping and computer skills Leadership/supervisory skills Experience with Microsoft Excel, Non Profit and/or Fund Accounting Must be willing to relocate or commute within…
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