Recent death: Annie Keating-Martin, 67, of Ludington

December 29, 2024

Annie Keating-Martin, 67, of Ludington, died on Saturday, December 28, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. 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 Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news…

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Man accidentally shoots himself; couple arrested on outstanding warrants

December 27, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — A 34-year-old Fountain man accidentally shot himself in the foot Thursday, Dec. 26 while attempting to holster a pistol. Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole said emergency personnel were dispatched to the 6700 block of East Sherman Street near Tallman Lake. Cole…

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December 27, 2024

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WSCC board expected to start reviewing future of pool in February

December 26, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The West Shore Community College Board of Trustees is expected to make a decision on the future of the college’s swimming pool in either sometime in late winter or early spring, according to WSCC President Scott Ward. A public letter writing campaign has taken place recently with much of the information being inaccurate,…

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Ludington man arrested for Christmas Eve fight

December 26, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A 32-year-old Ludington man was arrested at 6:57 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 24, following a 911 call reporting a fight in progress with an assault in the 3200 block of North Jebavy Drive. Other recent activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office…

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Obituary: George Raymond Cooper, 83, of Ludington

December 26, 2024

George Raymond Cooper, 83, formerly of 501 N. William St, Ludington, died Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at Oakview Medical Care Facility.  He was born October 21, 1941, in Ludington, the only child of Lawrence and Sonnie (Knebl) Cooper. George graduated from Ludington High School in the Class of 1961.  His interests included world history, antiques and fancy clothing. George is…

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Recent death: Mary Ann Talsma, 86, of Ludington

December 26, 2024

Mary Ann Talsma, 86, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at home. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com   Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news…

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Public Notice: Hamlin Township seeks boards candidates

December 26, 2024

Hamlin Township Board of Trustees is looking to fill open seats on the Planning Commission, ZBA and Board of Review. Additional details can be found at www.hamlintownship.org. Letters of interest can be emailed to hamlinsupervisor1861@gmail.com by January 3, 2025. Hamlin Township Board of Trustees reserves the right to accept or reject any or all of the letters of interest. This is a paid…

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Recent births, published Dec. 26, 2024

December 26, 2024

Catalina Rose Santiago, the daughter of Cindy Santiago and Eric Santiago Tellez of Hart, was born on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Please Help Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a…

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JCI Ludington awards $15,000 in grants

December 25, 2024

SCOTTVILLE — JCI Ludington (the Ludington Area Jaycees) recently awarded $15,000 in grants to four local non-profit organizations during a ceremony at North Country Cafe. The funds were raised this year at the Jaycees’ Mini Golf at Stearns Park in Ludington. Receiving grants were: Caritas Food Pantry, Custer, $1,000, to purchase reusable sturdy bags to contain/carry food items distributed to…

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Two injured following US 10-31 crash Monday

December 24, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 30-year-old Scottville man received serious injuries as the result of a two vehicle crash at the intersection of US 10-31 and Gordon Road Monday, Dec. 23. The crash was reported at 5:55 p.m. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole,…

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Recent births, published Dec. 24, 2024

December 24, 2024

Gianna Skye Yoder, the daughter of Regina and Wilmer Yoder of Custer, was born on Thursday, December 19, 2024. Adeline Ann Schwass, the daughter of Taylor and Lucas Schwass of Scottville, was born on Thursday, December 19, 2024. Remy Genene Tominski, the daughter of Hannah and Connor Tominski of Ludington, was born on Monday, December 23, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell…

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Car/eagle crash among recent police activity

December 23, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following activity was reported by law enforcement: Friday, Dec. 20, 2024 – 4:25 p.m., Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO): Two vehicle crash, no injuries, Jebavy Drive and Bryant Road, Pere Marquette Township. – 5:31 p.m., MCSO: Two vehicle crash, no injuries, Bryant Road…

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Winter weather advisory issued

December 23, 2024

A winter weather advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service until 11 p.m. tonight. Snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches are expected for central and west central Michigan. Snow is expected to start about 3 p.m. ________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month.…

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Obituary: Phyllis Larsen, 96, of Ludington

December 23, 2024

Phyllis Larsen went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 from Village Manor in Ludington, surrounded by family. Phyllis was born in 1928 to Ray and Ethel Switzer in Amble, Michigan. She graduated from Lakeview High School in 1946 and married Versil Larsen in 1949. They spent 65 years together before he preceded her in death in December…

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PHOTO FEATURE: MCC 3rd graders visit Scottville Senior Center for Christmas giving

December 22, 2024

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central third graders made their annual Christmas visit to the Scottville Area Senior Center to present gifts and cards to the center and its patrons. The majority of the gifts were supplies for the…

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LPD seeking info on wanted child sex offender

December 22, 2024

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Police Department is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the whereabouts of Lee Hansen, 35, who is wanted for sex assault of a minor and production of child pornography. Hansen is described by law enforcement as being a white male, 6-feet tall, 144 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. He is a registered…

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Recent death: Tina Marie Stakenas, 32, of Ludington

December 22, 2024

  Tina Marie Stakenas, 32, of Ludington, died on Friday, December 20, 2024. Arrangements are pending.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington to help with final expenses. Please click here to make a donation. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023…

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PM Township, Mason Co. receive grants for multi-use trails

December 20, 2024

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Pere Marquette Charter Township and Mason County each has been awarded separate $400,000 grants for trail work at Pere Marquette Township’s Conservation Park and Mason County Picnic Area through the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF). The two parks are within about a mile of one another and along an envisioned potential multi-use trail route from…

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MCC Middle School first trimester Honor Roll, 2024-2025

December 20, 2024

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press.  SCOTTVILLE — The following sixth, seventh, and eighth graders at Mason County Central Middle School have earned As and Bs the first trimester of the 2024-2025 school year and qualify for the Honor Roll: Sixth Grade Rhyan Allen Avoca Alway Adelynn Barnhart Gavin…

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79th District Court arraignments, published Dec. 20, 2024

December 20, 2024

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Bryan Scott Fenner, 33; third-offense operating a vehicle while under the influence of liquor; arrested Dec. 17 by Michigan State Police; arraigned Dec. 18; preliminary hearing: Jan. 8; bail: $50,000 cash. Misdemeanors -Jody JoAnn Ruiter, 55; driving while license suspended; arrested…

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