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West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Health Occupations Paraprofessional-CTE. High School diploma required and 2 years experience working in health field preferred. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A temporary access road has been opened for businesses along South Jebavy Drive as work continues on a new water main. South Jebavy Drive is closed to all southbound traffic just south of the Express Mart while a new water main is installed across the roadway, according to the Mason County Road Commission. The crossing is…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Emergency personnel were dispatched to Stix Bar, 1963 N. Lakeshore Drive, Wednesday morning for a report of the building filling with smoke. The business was about to open for lunch service when employees discovered smoke on the second floor. Hamlin Township Fire Department and Mason County Sheriff’s Office personnel were dispatched at 11:36…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Several hundred people gathered at Mason County Central High School Tuesday night for the Spartan Reunion, an evening that brought together MCC alumni, the Scottville Clown Band and the MCC High School Jazz Band while raising several thousand dollars for the…
BRANCH TOWNSHIP — A 63-year-old Branch Township man was arrested on charges of felonious assault and domestic violence following an assault with a shovel on A Road Wednesday, Aug. 12, a 9:20 a.m., according to Michigan State Police Trooper Freddy Bahena. A 72-year-old Branch Township man, who is the landlord, was arrested for domestic violence. The 63-year-old is the tenant,…
The culprit or culprits leave smelly items inside the mailboxes, such as urine, meat and fish. MASON COUNTY — The Hart post of the Michigan State Police is investigating a strange string of malicious destruction of property complaints to mailboxes that involves the culprit or culprits leaving smelly items inside the mailboxes, such as urine, meat and fish, said Trooper…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Walmart has partnered with the Mason County Sheriff’s Office school resource officers (SROs) to collect school supplies for local students and educators ahead of the new school year. Donated supplies will be divided among area school resource officers and distributed to the schools they serve. “Most of our SROs are entering their fourth school year,” said…
Melissa Lee Sunderman, 71, of Ludington, formerly of Farwell, died on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Please Support…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Monday, Aug. 17, 2026: 5:48 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), alarm activation, City of Scottville. 7:17 a.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Hansen Road west of Dennis Road, Amber Township. Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026:…
Hamlin Township is seeking a qualified zoning administrator to administer and enforce the township’s zoning ordinance and applicable land-use regulations. The position is 32 hours per week and includes regular office hours, evening meetings as needed, site visits and inspections, and occasional court appearances or township functions. The position includes a 90-day probationary period. Responsibilities include processing zoning and land-use…
Indian Summer Co-Op is seeking dependable employees for lift operator and label crew positions in Ludington and Hart. LIFT OPERATOR — LUDINGTON Positions are available on first and second shifts at the Chauvez Road location. Applicants must: Be able to read English; bilingual applicants are a plus. Be dependable and able to work independently. Have at least one year of…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 51-year-old man pleaded no contest to one count of first-degree criminal sexual conduct and two counts of second-degree CSC on the second day of his criminal trial in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Aug. 18. Raymond Draper sexually assaulted two young girls who are related to him, said Mason County Prosecuting…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — On Monday, during its regular monthly meeting, the West Shore Community College Board of Trustees accepted the gift of eight works by pioneering American abstract artist and longtime Riverton Township resident Manierre Dawson. The art adds to the college’s existed collection of Dawson’s art. The donation includes six watercolors and two oil paintings on canvas. The oils…
SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — District Health Department No. 10 and state environmental officials have confirmed a harmful algae bloom at Bass Lake in Mason County. The bloom was confirmed Monday, Aug. 17, by DHD No. 10 in cooperation with the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. Health officials said they will continue monitoring the harmful algae bloom, or HAB,…
LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington will begin work later this month on a sanitary sewer replacement project in the alley between Ferry Street and Gaylord Avenue. The project will extend from Pere Marquette Street to Haight Street and is intended to replace aging sanitary sewer infrastructure and improve the reliability and long-term performance of the city’s sewer system. Work…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College is preparing for a new season of entertainment with its 2026-27 Performing Arts Series, featuring nationally touring performers, theater productions, jazz, comedy and appearances by acclaimed artists and authors. The season will include performances at the college’s…
The City of Ludington is seeking persons interested in the Assistant Marina Manager’s position. Job Descriptions are available at City Hall or on the City website www.ludington.mi.us. Send resume to City of Ludington, 400 S. Harrison St., Ludington, MI 49431, or by email to jchristensen@ci.ludington.mi.us. EOE This is a paid posting. Published until Sept. 3, 2026
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Hamlin Township Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting today to consider appointing an interim zoning administrator following the resignation of Zak Iverson, whose departure temporarily halted zoning permit processing in the township. The meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Hamlin Township Hall, 3775 N. Jebavy Drive. In addition to…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Recall petitions against Hamlin Township Treasurer Susan Ptaszenski and Trustee Johnaine Gurzynski have been declared sufficient, and recall elections for both officials are scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 3. Mason County Clerk Cheryl Kelly issued official calls for the elections last week after the recall petitions met the requirements to proceed to the ballot. According to the official…
RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — A 17-year-old Scottville boy was arrested after Mason County sheriff’s deputies responded to an OnStar detected crash Sunday, Aug. 16, around 2:30 a.m. near Bradshaw and Riggle roads, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “Arriving deputies found a 2026 Chevy Silverado pickup truck rolled over in a field with no one around,” said Sheriff Coe. “Deputies and…
He was also in possession of suspected meth SCOTTVILLE — A 49-year-old Scottville man wanted on several warrants was arrested after a Mason County sheriff’s deputy noticed him standing in the parking lot of the Admiral gas station on State Street Friday evening, Aug. 14, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “When the deputy turned around to address the wanted…
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