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Ivan James Anthony, 86, of Summit Township, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024. Ivan was born on September 4, 1937 in Eden Township, the son of Ernest and Matilda (Terryn) Anthony and graduated from Scottville High School with the class of 1955. Having grown up on a farm, Ivan was very involved with 4-H throughout his childhood. It made…
LUDINGTON — Rite Aid, one of the nation’s largest drugstore chains, has recently announced that it will close 12 more Michigan stores, including the Ludington location, as the company seeks to exit federal bankruptcy protection. A document filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in New Jersey on Monday did not state when the stores will close or what will happen to…
West Shore School News is presented by West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — This week students entering grades four through 12 have been learning about aviation during a Summer Aviation Camp being held at Mason County Airport. This is the second year the…
LUDINGTON — The Community Foundation for Mason County has been in the process of conducted a survey asking county residents about the potential development of a multigenerational community center. While the Foundation has met a measurable goal of 5 percent response, more input is wanted. “The survey aimed to gather input from 5% of Mason County residents, which was recommended…
The Mason County District Library will hold tie-dye t-shirt making programs next week at both libraries: Monday, June 24 at the Ludington library and Wednesday, June 26 at the Scottville library, beginning at 1 p.m. each day. Participants can bring their own item to tie-dye or may purchase a shirt from the library, while supplies last, for $5 each. The…
Marilyn Grace Johnson, 96, of Ludington, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Marilyn was born on February 23, 1928, the daughter of the late Wesley S. and Grace H. (Gordon) Hawley. She was a graduate of Ludington High School. Later, she went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from Harding University, something she was very proud of. She was…
Spartan News is presented by Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — The following Mason County Central Middle School students made the A/B honor roll for the third trimester of the 2023-2024 school year. Sixth grade Madison Carr Bodie Christensen Gunner Cole Annabelle Conway Evelyn Cronk Griffin DeKuiper Treesa DeLeon Kaitlynn Hawke Owen Henry Clara…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, June 18, 2024: 4:30 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Scottville Road south of Beard Road, Eden Township. 8:06 a.m., two-vehicle crash, no injury, Stiles Road north of US 10, Amber Township. 4:30…
Evelyn Lillian (Gould) Hartley, 86, of Scottville, died on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 28, 2024, at noon at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Visitation begins at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths.…
Calvin Warren Young, 76, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Free Soil, died on Tuesday, June 11, 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 __________ Support Local News Receive email alerts and recaps starting at $10 per…
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By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The public will have a chance to give its input on solar arrays occupying Mason County farm land during a Mason County Planning Commission public hearing scheduled for tonight at 7 p.m. at Mason County Central High School. DTE Electric Company is requesting several changes to the Mason County zoning ordinance in order to…
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By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief AMBER TOWNSHIP — Filer Credit Union opened its first Mason County office last Friday with an open house celebration. The new office is located at 3380 W. US 10-31 in front of Meijer. “We are excited to open an office in Mason County,” said Kyle Gurzynski, chief executive officer of the credit union. “A significant number…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 68-year-old Mason County man was arrested Monday evening, June 17, on an outstanding warrant by Mason County sheriff’s deputies “following several reports of a male subject approaching people in the Aldi’s parking lot asking to buy marijuana —…
Employment: Occupational Therapist-Temporary West Shore ESD has a position vacancy for a Temporary Occupational Therapist for some of the 2024-25 school year. Applicants should possess an Occupational Therapy degree from an approved college or university. For a complete list of qualifications and responsibilities, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore…
Alexandria Kaye McVicker, the daughter of Samantha and Luke McVicker of Fountain, was born on Monday, June 17, 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 month. The easiest…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — A 20-year-old Manistee man faces charges for allegedly stabbing a 21-year-old Mason County man Saturday morning. Derrick Allen Henton was arraigned today in 79th District Court on the felony charges of committing an assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder. He was also charged as a habitual offender, third offense.…
Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Det. Jacob Miller via email at miller209@ci.ludington.mi.us or by calling (231) 843-3425. LUDINGTON — A 20-year-old Manistee man was arrested by Ludington police after a 21-year-old Mason County man was stabbed at a house party in the 500 block of North Emily Street shortly after 6 a.m. Saturday, June 15,…
Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. Video by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Friday, June 14 was Flag Day. It was also the annual Fish on for Freedom free veterans fishing tournament. In addition to dozens of flags lining the piers, Ludington Fire Department flew its large…
