Mary Louise (Hinze) Ulrich passed away peacefully at the age of 83 in her sleep on Thursday, April 16, 2026. Mary was born on June 15, 1942, to Victor and Marjorie (Lewis) Hinze in Wheaton Ill. After graduating from Wheaton Community High School in 1960, Mary worked as a typesetter at Book Binding Company where she provided 30 years of…
LUDINGTON — Former Scottville City Clerk Kelse Rae Lester appeared in 79th District Court Monday on three felony charges, including allegations that she embezzled $100,000 or more from the city. Lester, 39, was arraigned before 79th District Court Magistrate Glenn Jackson on charges of embezzlement of $100,000 or more, using a computer to commit a crime and misconduct in office.…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has rescinded a decades-old restriction on public access to a portion of the Pere Marquette State Game Area, opening land along the Pere Marquette River to bird watching, waterfowl hunting, trapping and other public uses. DNR Director M. Scott Bowen issued the amended land use order…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Members of Boy Scout Troop 1155 of Hart got hands-on experience with sailing, boating and water safety Wednesday, Aug. 19, during a visit to the headquarters of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol, located in the inactive Ludington Coast Guard Station. Mason County sheriff’s deputy Mike Fort, who commands the marine patrol and…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A 77-year-old Hamlin Township man, who had a felony case recently dismissed in Mason County’s 79th District Court following a mental competency evaluation, was arrested on new charges days later. Gary Lynn Dewey of 3239 N. Jebavy Dr. was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies Thursday, Aug. 20, after he reportedly “aggressively”…
GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 39-year-old Rockford, Mich. man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies Friday night, Aug. 21, after repeatedly punching his girlfriend in the face while they were camping, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The suspect faces a felony charge of assault with intent to do great bodily harm. The incident occurred at 11 p.m. on…
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: Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026: 12:35 p.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), gas drive-off, $65.34 in fuels was stolen, Ludington EZ Mart, West US 10, Pere Marquette Township. 1:14 p.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Hansen…
LUDINGTON — City of Ludington crews will begin repairs Thursday, Aug. 27, to the municipal sanitary sewer system near the intersection of East Danaher and George streets. The work is necessary to address an unexpected sinkhole that city officials said is likely related to the city’s wastewater collection system. The repairs may result in temporary lane or road closures and…
NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL CREDITORS: The decedent, Georgia A. Lang, date of birth March 18, 1935, Settlor of the Thomas A. and Georgia A. Lang Trust Agreement, dated November 3, 1988, who lived at Ludington Woods Assisted Living, 502 North Sherman Street, Ludington, Michigan 49431, died July 28, 2026. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against…
This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union, the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Sable Points Media. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MANITOWOC, Wis. — Maritime history along the western shore of Lake Michigan takes center stage at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum, where the stories of Great Lakes shipping, shipbuilding and World War II submarines are preserved along the Manitowoc River.…
LUDINGTON — The Mason County Historical Society will celebrate local history and the work of its museums during its annual gala Sept. 26 at the Stearns Hotel Ballroom, 212 E. Ludington Ave. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for the event, which will include dinner, Mason County trivia, a silent auction, cultural experience auction items, a historical costume contest, games,…
LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington, along with the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, is investigating reports of an unidentified odor on the city’s west side. The city recently received complaints of odors in the area of West First Street, west of the Ludington Industrial Park. Several additional complaints were received Friday morning, Aug. 21, with the…
SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County will be offering a concealed pistol license (CPL) class on Friday, Sept. 4 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 5, all day, with live range shooting in the afternoon. The entire class will take place at the Fin & Feather Club’s grounds, 3276 N. Darr Rd. Class…
Mason County District Library will wrap up its “Unearth a Story” 2026 Summer Reading Program with two dinosaur-themed events next week at its Ludington and Scottville branches. Dinosaur Day will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, at the Ludington branch. The event will include a dinosaur-themed story, crafts and snacks. The Tea-Rex Party will be held at noon…
The following births have been reported: Kendall Elisabeth Hasty, the daughter of Shelby and Ryan Hasty of Shelby, was born on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026. Finnian Percival Hansen, the son of Savannah and Jon Hansen of Manistee, was born on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2026 births List of 2025 births …
SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville City Commission will consider adopting a code of conduct for elected and appointed officials when it meets Monday, Aug. 24. The proposed Code of Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials comes to the commission at the recommendation of the city’s Personnel Committee. The committee is asking commissioners to adopt the document as an official city policy…
Story by Lori Schummer, Director of Public Relations and Customer Service, West Michigan Community Mental Health LUDINGTON — West Michigan Community Mental Health will bring its annual Walk of Hope back to Ludington in September, offering an evening focused on suicide prevention, mental health awareness and connecting residents with community resources. The third annual Walk of Hope will be held…
SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The NRA Foundation has awarded the Fin & Feather Club of Mason County a community grant to expand firearm safety, hunting and marksmanship education. The funding will support several community programs aimed at promoting firearm safety, responsible ownership and shooting skills among children and adults. Planned programs include gun accident prevention education for elementary-age children, hunter safety…
LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Jayson David LaPorte, 49, methamphetamine/ecstasy possession and felony firearm. Offense date: Aug. 14, 2026. Agency: Mason County Sheriff’s Office. Bail: $25,000/cash/surety. Preliminary exam: Sept. 2 at 1:30 p.m. Rusty Dale McGrady, 37, third-offense operating while intoxicated. Offense date: Aug. 14, 2026. Agency: Ludington Police…
The following births have been reported: Beckham Elise Franklin, the daughter of Katelyn and Bryce Franklin of Ludington, was born on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 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…
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…
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