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Mary Catherine Ruschkewicz, 87, of Ludington, died Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, at home. She was born May 1, 1939, in Pontiac, the daughter of Kenneth and Della (VanGordon) Wyers. Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com Listing of 2026…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — A probable cause conference for former Scottville City Clerk Kelse Rae Lester, who is charged with embezzling $100,000 or more from the city, was adjourned Wednesday in 79th District Court at the request of her attorney, Tracie McCarn-Dinehart. Mason County Prosecuting Attorney Beth Hand said McCarn-Dinehart requested additional time to review discovery and seek…
LUDINGTON — Community Cats TNR recently reached a milestone after spaying or neutering its 2,000th homeless, free-roaming or feral cat in Mason County. The 2,000th cat, an 8-month-old white and gray kitten, was neutered Aug. 25 by Dr. Mary Emma Riley of Country Veterinary Clinic. Veterinary Technician Mandi Bates also assisted with the cat’s care. Community Cats TNR is a…
SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — Armed Women of America will host a women’s open house from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10 at the Fin and Feather Club of Mason County, 3276 N. Darr Road. The event is open to all women and will provide information about opportunities for women to develop shooting skills in an instructional and social environment. Topics…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College will host “Culpability and Consequence: A Conversation with Bruce Holsinger” Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 9:30 a.m. at the college’s Center Stage Theater. The program is part of HumanKind, West Shore’s cultural arts series, which includes presentations, workshops,…
The Mason County Rural Fire Authority is accepting letters of interest for an at-large position on its board. The member will represent all 16 jurisdictions served by the authority. The three-year term begins Jan. 1, 2027. Applicants must live in the city of Scottville; the villages of Custer, Fountain or Free Soil; or Amber, Branch, Custer, Eden, Free Soil, Grant,…
The Mason County Rural Fire Authority is accepting letters of interest for a position on its board representing the village of Free Soil and Free Soil, Grant, Meade and Victory townships. The three-year term begins Jan. 1, 2027. Applicants must live in the village of Free Soil or Free Soil, Grant, Meade or Victory townships. Interested applicants should submit a…
Barry “Troy” Graham, 56, of Ludington, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026, in Norfolk, Va. He was born Oct. 25, 1969, in Saginaw, the son of Barry and Valry (Weber) Graham. After graduating from East Kentwood High School in 1987, Troy moved to California to begin his career in car sales. In 1997, he moved to Texas, where…
The following birth has been reported: Aurora Dawn Smith, the daughter of Jadyn and Joshua Smith of Fountain, was born on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births List of 2025 births __________________________________ Please Support Local News Coverage For generations, local newspapers were supported by subscriptions. Today, while Mason County…
Donald Martin Denton, 59, of Pentwater, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, in Ann Arbor. Born on Oct. 13, 1966, in Saginaw, Don was the son of William H. and Jacquline M. (Belanger) Denton. He graduated from Chesaning High School in 1984. Known for his happy, easy-going nature, Don was a friend to all, always seen with a…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Monday, Aug. 31, 2026: 7:44 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Custer Road south of Millerton Road, Sherman Township. 8:32 a.m., a 53-year-old Ludington woman turned herself in to the Mason County Sheriff’s Office on an…
David Wayne Berndt, 59, of Norton Shores, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and a community he proudly served. Dave was the beloved husband of Tamara Berndt. The two met in 2017, bonding on their first date over Mexican food and a shared appreciation for work stories. They married in…
Virginia May Underwood, 95, of Ludington passed away on Sunday. Aug. 16, 2026, at Royal View Retirement Community in Mecosta. Virginia May O’Connell was born on July 26, 1931, in Galesburg to John R. O’Connell and May (Keith) O’Connell. She was a 1949 graduate of Ludington High School. She married Richard Underwood on June 23, 1951. Richard preceded her in…
Susan Marie Jabrocki, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend, departed this world peacefully on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026. Born on Nov. 12, 1943, in the serene town of Frankfort, Susan was the cherished daughter of Doris Elaine Cady and Elmer (Jack) Derby. Susan’s life was a rich tapestry of love, family, and passion. In 1963 she married Robert (Sam)…
GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 37-year-old Millington, Tenn. man was arrested for operating while intoxicated after he ran off road, nearly rear-ending a Mason County Sheriff’s Office patrol car that was parked roadside on US 31 near LaSalle Road where a deputy was working radar in the area Sunday, Aug. 30, around 10 p.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. He…
LUDINGTON — A 19-year-old Free Soil woman was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies on charges of fleeing and eluding police and resisting and obstructing police following after Mason County sheriff’s deputies were alerted of a high-speed reckless driver, who was traveling westbound on US 10 near Stiles Road Saturday, Aug. 29, just after 5 p.m., according to Mason County…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 55-year-old Pentwater man was arrested Saturday, Aug. 29, shortly after 11:30 p.m. at the Comfort Inn & Suites on West US 10 after a Mason County sheriff’s deputy “spotted the man, knowing he had warrants and attempted to arrest him,” said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “The subject fled on foot through the lobby of…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. GRANT TOWNSHIP — A thief or thieves broke into a cash box at a roadside stand in the 600 block of West Hoague Road and stole money, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The larceny was reported Friday, Aug. 28 at 1:41…
LUDINGTON — A portion of New William Street will be temporarily closed Tuesday, Sept. 1 while City of Ludington crews make repairs to the water system. The work will take place in the 600 block of New William St. and is expected to be completed by the end of the day. New William Street will be closed from Tinkham Avenue…
Ludington Beverage is looking for an energetic, dependable, and relationship-driven Sales Representative to join our team. This position is responsible for managing and growing a combination of on-premise and off-premise accounts throughout an assigned territory while representing our portfolio of beer, wine, mixed spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages. For more information and a full description, please visit: https://ludingtonbeverage.com/careers. This is a paid…
Are you dependable, self-motivated and energetic? Do you have a strong work ethic? If you answered yes to these questions, come work with us! We are looking for a Beverage Product Merchandiser. Responsibilities include maintaining available shelf stock of beer and other fine Ludington Beverage products upon delivery and other key buying periods for our local (Ludington/Manistee) grocery and convenience…
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