David LeRoy Lilleberg, 90, of Custer, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 in his home with his wife, Edith, by his side. David was born to the late Naomi (Courser) and Clarence Lilleberg. He was raised by his grandmother, Eunice Carlson, who all preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his brothers Jack, Daniel…
By Mark Varenhorst, MCP writer LUDINGTON — Having worked on several articles about the Mason County Sheriff’s Office over the past year, I found myself thinking that I needed to do one on the Ludington Fire Department. Public service has been a part of my life for many years in one form or another. My earliest memories are of joining…
This MCP Boat Blog is presented by the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, www.masoncountymihistory.org. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Norwegian-flagged tanker Prime returned to the Port of Ludington Tuesday, July 7, delivering another shipment of calcium chloride to the OxyChem plant on Pere Marquette Lake. The vessel arrived at about 8 a.m., escorted by the tug Sarah Andrie, and…
LUDINGTON — Motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians should expect a temporary road closure on South Rath Avenue today, Tuesday, July 7, as a private contractor performs work in the area. According to the City of Ludington, South Rath Avenue between Ludington Avenue and Loomis Street will be closed to through traffic from approximately 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the project.…
LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Tyler Jo Fink, 30, interfering with electronic communications. Offense date: June 8, 2026. Agency: Michigan State Police (MSP). Bail: $5,000/cash/surety. Preliminary exam: July 8 at 1:30 p.m. Donquez Lamon Haynes, 41, delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine. Offense date: June 21, 2026. Agency: Ludington Police Department (LPD).…
A 90th birthday celebration will be held of Dale Sutton on Saturday, July 11, 1-4 p.m. at his home, 2207 S. Tuttle Road, Scottville (Custer Township). Friends, neighbors, and former students are all welcome for cherry pie and fun. Dale Sutton is a professor emeritus of West Shore Community College. This is a paid posting.
SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County will host a concealed pistol license (CPL) class and a Michigan Department of Natural Resources hunter safety class during August at the club, 3276 N. Darr Rd. The CPL class will be held Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7-8. The Friday session will take place from 6 to 9 p.m.,…
LUDINGTON — The Mason County District Library Ludington branch will host the CogNition Mobile Planetarium for one day on Monday, July 13, offering visitors an opportunity to explore the stars and planets through an immersive educational experience. Three planetarium shows will be offered at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Each presentation will last about 30 minutes and will be followed…
Pat McCarthy, 57, of Ludington, died on Thursday, July 2, 2026. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, at noon, at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024…
Dean Devoie Lasley, 83, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, 309 S. Washington Avenue, Ludington followed by a funeral service beginning at 1 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be held following the funeral…
The following births have been reported: Teller James Campbell, the son of Courtney and Kevin Campbell of Scottville, was born on Monday, July 6, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births List of 2025 births __________________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for…
This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — One of the most rewarding parts of serving as a director of the Mason County Historical Society is sharing Mason County’s history with people who have a personal connection to it. A couple weeks ago, I…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor BRANCH TOWNSHIP — The Michigan State Police Sixth District Bomb Squad safely removed a homemade pipe bomb from a home in the 600 block of Benson Road Friday afternoon, July 3, said MSP Sgt. Michael Cuevas. “It was taken off the scene and disposed of in a safe location,” said Sgt. Cuevas. “It was explosives…
GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 55-year-old Pentwater man was cited for his 12th driving while license suspended offense following a traffic stop at Federal Park and LaSalle roads Sunday, July 5, shortly before 7 p.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. _____________________________ Please Support Local News and Sports Coverage Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — A 31-year-old Scottville man was arrested by a Mason County sheriff’s deputy who was canvassing a neighborhood after a resident reported the theft to two dirt bikes from his property in the 2900 block of North Gordon Road Sunday evening, July 5, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “The complainant reported the theft of two dirt bikes…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Police are seeking a warrant for the arrest of a 21-year-old Fountain man on charges of home invasion, damaged property, assault, larceny and child endangerment after he allegedly “kicked a door in at a residence,” said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The incident occurred Friday, July 3, in the 6700 block of Ann Street, said Sheriff…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — A 72-year-old Pharr, Texas man received minor injuries after he reportedly fell asleep while driving; crossed the centerline; and struck a mailbox on Scottville Road south of Chauvez Road Saturday, July 4, shortly before 6:30 p.m., said Mason County Sheriff…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Ludington Police Department: Thursday, July 2, 2026: 4:31 p.m., a 19-year-old Ludington man was arrested for public intoxication and carrying a concealed weapon, 100 block of South Harrison Street, City of Ludington. He was lodged in…
LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington will begin two roadway utility repair projects this week that are expected to cause temporary traffic disruptions in different parts of the city. Beginning Tuesday, July 7, at 8 a.m., the City of Ludington Utility Maintenance Department will perform temporary repairs to sanitary sewer and water utility structures at the intersection of Robert and…
Joan “Joanie” Edith (Ziemkowski) Schwass, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026. She was 92. Joanie was born on September 15, 1933, to Harry and Claudia (Laird) Ziemkowski. She graduated from Ludington High School in 1951. After graduating Joanie was accepted into the nurse training program at Hackley Hospital in Muskegon where she began a lifelong career in the medical…
A memorial service for Lyle Hanson will be held on Friday, July 10, 2026, at noon at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Lyle Ellis Hanson, 91, of Fountain, formerly Saline, died on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to Custer VFW Gold Bar Post, 2022…
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