The Mason County Quiz, April 5, 2024

April 5, 2024

The Mason County Quiz is presented by Lake Michigan Senior Living, located on the bluffs of Lake Michigan in beautiful Summit Township. How much do you know about Mason County? Read the answers here. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief What was the name of the movie theater located in downtown Scottville? a. Star Theater b. A-Muz-U Theater c. 4-Star Theater d.…

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Police news, posted April 5, 2024

April 5, 2024

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 Thursday, April 4, 2024: 8:21 a.m., ​a 33-year-old Scottville man was arrested for methamphetamine possession and operating without a license following a traffic stop, First Street and Gordon Road, Amber Township. 4:45 p.m.,…

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Friends of the Pool to host WSCC open swim

April 5, 2024

VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Friends of the Pool will host a free open swim for families on Saturday, April 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the West Shore Community College Recreation Center pool. The group was formed to advocate for preserving the college’s swimming pool. ________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for…

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Recent births, posted April 5, 2024

April 5, 2024

Weston Alan Griffis, the son of Emilie Case and Jake Griffis of Scottville, was born on Friday, April 5, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The easiest way is to sign…

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Obituary: Scott Ronald VanderZanden, 59, of Pentwater

April 5, 2024

Scott Ronald VanderZanden, 59, of Pentwater, passed away on Thursday April 4, 2024. Scott was born on March 8, 1965, the son of Ronald and Wanda VanderZanden. He graduated from Hart High School in 1983 and went on to serve in the U.S. Navy, stationed in Port Hueneme, California, where he worked in Naval Mobile Construction. His dedication to his…

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Employment: Accounts Payable Clerk/Receptionist

April 5, 2024

Employment: Accounts Payable Clerk/Receptionist Ludington Area Schools – Central Business Office – Accounts Payable Clerk/Receptionist. This is a full time, 12-month per year position. Duties include basic accounting tasks, general receptionist activities and other duties as assigned. Must be able to multitask, be a self-starter, lift up to 50 pounds and provide great customer service. For more information or to apply contact…

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Employment: K-12 Special Education Teacher

April 5, 2024

Employment: K-12 Special Education Teacher Mason County Central School District is hiring a K-12 Special Education Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. See details and apply online at www.mccschools.org. Job ID #582 Application deadline: April 12, 2024 at 4 p.m. EOE This is a paid posting. Posted until April 12, 2024. 

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Sheriff Cole attends meeting with Trump

April 4, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS — When former President Donald Trump visited Michigan earlier this week, Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole was among the 14 Michigan sheriffs who met with the expected Republican presidential candidate. Cole, a Republican, said he was initially going to turn down the invitation. “I knew that there would be some people from our area who would make a…

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Introducing: The Daily Briefing, get MCP/OCP news sent to your email inbox

April 4, 2024

Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are now offering a convenient way to receive the news. Each weekday, we now send out The Daily Briefing to email inboxes. Along with a list of the daily headlines, subscribers also receive bonus material not available on the websites. Breaking news alerts are also sent out to subscribers. This convenient service is…

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MCE Athletic Boosters to hold auction April 27

April 4, 2024

FOUNTAIN — Mason County Eastern Athletic Boosters will hold its annual auction, in person, on Saturday, April 27 at Sherman Township Hall, 3854 E. Main St. The event is the organization’s primary fundraiser and helps offset costs of athletic equipment and operations for MCE. The event’s primary goal this year is to raise money for new uniforms, batting cages and…

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Woman reportedly ‘nodding off’ in parking lot arrested for heroin, meth possession

April 4, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 36-year-old Ludington woman was arrested on charges of heroin and methamphetamine possession Wednesday, April 3, shortly after 8:30 p.m. ​following a 911 call requesting a wellbeing check of a female in a vehicle who appeared to be “nodding off”…

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Library to hold adult craft night

April 4, 2024

LUDINGTON — The Ludington branch of the Mason County District Library will hold an adult craft night on Wednesday, April 10 from 5 to 6 p.m. Crafter and artist Marie Bennett will lead the program, making drinkware. All materials will be provided. No signup is required but supplies are limited. One creation per person. Light snacks will be provided. There…

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Volunteer fair to be held May 2

April 4, 2024

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Volunteer Fair will be held on Thursday, May 2 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Ludington branch of the Mason County District Library, 217 E. Ludington Ave. The event is intended for people looking for volunteer opportunities in Mason County. Participating organizations include Friends of the Ludington State Park, Mason County Historical Society, Sable…

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Recent births, posted April 4, 2024

April 4, 2024

Braxton Alexander Swan, the son of Bridgette and Chase Swan of Ludington, was born on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Help us to keep posting birth announcements. Support local journalism.  Receive email alerts and recaps starting at $10 per month The easiest way…

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Recent death: Scott Ronald VanderZanden, 59, of Pentwater

April 4, 2024

  Scott Ronald VanderZanden, 59, of Pentwater, died on Thursday April 4, 2024. A memorial service will be held Tuesday April 16, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths.…

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Exploring the old Manistee & Grand Rapids Railroad

April 3, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s Note: On Saturday, June 1, the Mason County Historical Society will host Ghost Tour ’24: Trains, Towns, and Lumber Camps. This bus tour will explore the former Manistee & Grand Rapids Railroad along with ghost towns and former lumber camps that existed along the route. Click here to learn more. A special thanks to Mike…

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Historical Society to present Ghost Tour ’24: Trains, Towns, and Lumber Camps

April 3, 2024

On Saturday, June 1, the Mason County Historical Society will present a special bus tour exploring an abandoned railroad along with ghost towns and abandoned lumber camps of northeastern Mason County. In 1899, a group of lumber barons from Manistee and Ludington formed the Manistee & Grand Rapids Railroad. The standard gauge railroad ran from the City of Manistee, through…

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Mortensen promoted to Cone Drive plant manager

April 3, 2024

Spartan News: Alumni Feature Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press.  PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Chad Mortensen has recently been named plant manager at Cone Drive’s Ludington location. Cone Drive produces precision drives used in diverse markets including solar, automation, aerial platforms, and food and beverage. Mortensen began working at Cone…

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Police news, posted April 3, 2024

April 3, 2024

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, March 28, 2024: 3:19 p.m., (Michigan State Police), a 34-year-old Scottville man was cited for operating without insurance, US 31 and Gordon Road, Custer Township. Sunday, March 31, 2024: 2:33 p.m., (MSP), a…

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Audubon Society to host birding hike, snake workshop

April 3, 2024

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Sable Dunes Audubon Society will hold a birding hike on Saturday, April 6 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Ludington State Park. The hike will begin at the warming shelter. Participants will look at several locations in the park for returning migrant bird species. PENTWATER — The Society will hold its first educational workshop of the season at…

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Tinkham Avenue closed

April 3, 2024

LUDINGTON — Tinkham Avenue, between Lakeshore Drive and William Street, is currently closed for construction. The street is expected to be closed until the first week of July. The suggested detour is Bryant Road between Lakeshore Drive and Washington Avenue. Residents in that area have been contacted and Republic Services has been alerted to the road closure for refuse services.…

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