Recent death: Mary Jo Stewart, 86, of Ludington

August 9, 2024

Mary Jo Stewart, 86, of Ludington, died on Thursday, August 8, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10…

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A special day at the fair

August 8, 2024

Photos and story by Jeff Kiessel, MCP Contributor  PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The midway at the Mason County Fairgrounds opened early on Thursday for the annual Western Michigan Fair Special Kids Day — which featured young and old alike enjoying rides and getting an up close look at the animals and 4H displays.  “We feel it is important for them…

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Photo Feature: Rodeo fun at Western Michigan Fair

August 8, 2024

Photos by Jeff Kiessel, MCP Contributor  PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Super Kicker Rodeo entertained a full grandstand Thursday evening at the 85th Western Michigan Fair. The fair continues through Saturday, Aug. 10. To view the complete fair schedule visit the Western Michigan Fair Association’s website: masoncountyfairgrounds.com. Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email…

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Photo Feature: Big Sable Point Lighthouse

August 8, 2024

Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — On July 28, 1866, Congress appropriated $35,000 ($674,608 adjusted for inflation, 2024) for a new lighthouse at Big Sable Point. The State of Michigan had deeded about 933 acres to the United States,…

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Photo Feature: Barrel racin’ at the fair

August 8, 2024

Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP —Wednesday evening’s Western Michigan Fair featured grandstand event was the TNT Barrel Racing & Figure 8. The event featured a segment of racers from local law enforcement and fire departments. To view the complete fair schedule visit the Western Michigan Fair Association’s website: masoncountyfairgrounds.com.   __________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP…

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Four injured in Scottville Road crash

August 8, 2024

CUSTER TOWNSHIP — Four people were injured Thursday morning in a two-vehicle crash on Scottville Road north of Conrad Road. The crash involved a Ford Expedition SUV and a Ford F-150 pickup truck that was towing a pontoon boat. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, the Expedition had one occupant, the driver, and the F-150 pickup contained three total…

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Community Foundation accepting applications

August 8, 2024

The Community Foundation for Mason County is accepting applications for its fall grant cycle. This year, the Community Foundation has $20,000 available during its fall competitive grant cycle to support projects that align with its strategic goal of education. Grants will be awarded to 501(c)(3) organizations, churches, schools, agencies, and governmental units serving the greater Mason County area. The application deadline is September 26, 2024.…

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Traffic Alert: Vehicle Crash, 5100 block US 10

August 8, 2024

Traffic Alert: Vehicle Crash, 5100 block US 10 PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP, 12:27 p.m. — Report of a vehicle crash, with injuries, in the 5100 block of US 10 in front of the Wendy’s restaurant.

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Traffic Alert: 2 vehicle crash on Scottville Road near Conrad Road

August 8, 2024

Traffic Alert: 2 vehicle crash on Scottville Road near Conrad Road  

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Scottville PD news

August 8, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SCOTTVILLE — The following is recent activity of the Scottville Police Department: Friday, July 26, 2024: 2 p.m., wellbeing check, 400 block of West Third Street, City of Scottville. 5 p.m., found property, 100 block of North Main Street, City of Scottville. 5:09…

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Obituary: Charles “Brian” Phillips, 48, of Ludington

August 8, 2024

Charles “Brian” Phillips, 48, of Ludington passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, due to heart complications.  He was born December 16, 1975, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Richard “Dennis” and Linda (Chazelle) Philllips. Brian is survived by: his children, Dallas Lindenau of Chicago, Devon Phillips of Mount Pleasant, and Sawyer Phillips of Ludington; Jodie Lindenau-Phillips, mother of Dallas…

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Memorial Service: Sandra Sue James

August 8, 2024

A memorial service will be held for Sandra “Sandy” Sue James, who passed away on December 11, 2023. The service will be held on Sunday, August 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Memorial Tree Park in Pere Marquette Township. Read Sandy’s obituary here. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com.

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Employment: Elementary Math Interventionist – Part-Time

August 8, 2024

Employment: Elementary Math Interventionist – Part-Time Pentwater Public Schools The elementary math interventionist will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in mathematics for grades K-6 in a small group setting based on educational needs. Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, education or elementary education, valid Michigan teaching certificate, strong knowledge of subject matter, ability to create a positive classroom environment that…

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Employment: West Coast Car Wash

August 8, 2024

Employment: West Coast Car Wash West Coast Car Wash is hiring Shift Leaders -$14.00 per per hour starting rate plus cash tips daily with the ability to earn over $20 per hour!! Full time or part time available. Opportunity for advancement! Tunnel Attendants:  Full time or part time positions.   Great opportunity for students or if just needing extra $$! Now…

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Photo Feature: Western Michigan Fair, Wednesday, Aug. 7

August 7, 2024

Photos by Jeff Kiessel, MCP Contributor PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The 85th Western Michigan Fair continued today with Kids’ Day, along with a horse show, beef show and rabbit show and many other events. The fair continues through Saturday, Aug. 10. To view the complete fair schedule visit the Western Michigan Fair Association’s website: masoncountyfairgrounds.com. __________________ Please Support Local News…

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Hepworth named Western Michigan Fair Homemaker of the Year

August 7, 2024

By Jeff Kiessel, MCP Contributor PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Amanda Hepworth won the Western Michigan Fair 2024 Homemaker of the Year on Wednesday. Hepworth was very excited to be a first time winner of the award. “I have entered the competition six of the last eight years,” she said. “Since I was little I was coming to these barns (with…

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Hand wins prosecutor race

August 7, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Beth Hand has won the Republican primary election for Mason County prosecuting attorney. As there will be no Democratic challenger for the position in the November General Election, Hand will be the elected prosecutor. Hand defeated opponents Jordan Miller and Becky Lederer. Unofficial results were Hand, 2,633; Miller, 1,175 and Ledrer, 853. Hand was…

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Photo feature: Western Michigan Fair, Tuesday, Aug. 6

August 7, 2024

Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The midway at the 85th Western Michigan Fair opened Tuesday. The evening’s grandstand event was the West Michigan Pullers Tractor & Truck Pull. Wednesday is Kids’ Day with the midway opening at noon. To view the complete fair schedule and for more information about ticket pricing, visit the Western Michigan Fair…

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Protasiewicz wins drain commissioner race

August 7, 2024

LUDINGTON — Larry Protasiewicz will be the next Mason County drain commissioner. Protasiewicz defeated opponent David Bendele in the Republican primary election unofficially 2,815 to 1,517. Protasiewicz will be on the November General Election ballot. There is no Democratic candidate for the position.   Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts…

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Two Ludington women arrested for meth possession, other charges

August 7, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The Ludington Police Department made two separate arrests recently for methamphetamine possession in the City of Ludington, according to Ludington Police Chief Chris Jones. A 48-year-old Ludington woman was arrested in the 200 block of East Melendy Street for domestic assault and possession…

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Recent death: James Clyde Clymer, 76, of Ludington

August 7, 2024

James Clyde Clymer, 76, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10…

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