Roxanne Louise Nelson, the daughter of Nicole and Patrick Nelson of Custer, was born on Thursday, May 23, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Help Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The easiest way…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — If a 34-year-old Grant Township builder facing felony charges of fraudulent use of building contract funds pays full restitution to his victims, he will avoid a possible prison term for a criminal enterprise charge as a joint prosecution venture between three counties. However, Daniel James Siefka faces a prison term if he does…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 36-year-old man was sentenced to 14 months to 10 years in prison for a conviction of third-offense domestic violence in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, June 11. Malcolm Andrew King pleaded guilty to the charge and third-offense habitual offender, April 30. King committed the assault Oct. 4, 2022 in the City…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 45-year-old man serving a prison term for an attempted methamphetamine possession conviction received a concurrent prison term Tuesday, June 11, in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court for a conviction of failure to return rented property and third-offense habitual offender. Ronald Clifford Beaver, Jr., received a concurrent term of nine months in prison…
SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Area Senior Center will host a classic car show on Saturday, June 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the west parking lot in downtown Scottville. The event is co-sponsored by PM Motoring Club. “We’re excited to host our first car and truck show,” said SASC Activities Coordinator Ada Weier-Amor. “We appreciate the partnership with…
SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — Morse Road, between Dewey and Millerton roads, is closed to thru traffic until Wednesday, July 3. The existing roadway is undergoing reconstruction which includes widening of the road from 20 feet to 22 feet and drainage improvements. Residents who live along the construction route will have access to their property, according to the Mason County Road Commission.…
LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Jaycees Freedom Festival is accepting July 4 Grand Parade entries. Those interested in participating may register here. The Grand Parade begins at 2 p.m. and travels west along Ludington Avenue between Madison Street and Lakeshore Drive. ___________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10…
LUDINGTON — AFFEW (A Few Friends of the Environment of the World) will hold a beach sweep Wednesday, June 19 from 7 to 8 p.m. at Stearns Park. Participants will meet at the south concession stand. Gloves and bags provided. For more info go to AFFEW.org ___________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news…
Employment: Secondary World Language (Spanish) Teacher This is a paid posting. Posted until June 28, 2024.
Employment: Head Start Teacher, Shelby Early Childhood Center This is a paid posting. Posted until June 28, 2024.
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The defense attorney representing a 59-year-old Grand Rapids man accused of running over his wife with a car and killing her said that he intends to file motions, which will delay the case in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court. “There is extensive discovery, and I ask the court to adjourn,” said defense attorney…
WSCC News is presented by West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College has announced its 2024-2025 Performing Arts series. This year’s series showcases a rich array of talent, offering something for everyone to enjoy. The series kicks off on Oct. 11 with a performance by the Michigan State University Bebop…
LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank is warning its customers of a text messaging scam. A message is sent that states: WEST SHORE $1250 & $800 BILL payment have been scheduled on your #account* if not recognized visit bit.ly/westshOdO9 to stop the payment. Do not click on the link. MCP’s phone also received this scam. _______________ Please Support Local News Receive…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. FREE SOIL — A Free Soil resident reported to the Mason County Sheriff’s Office that an intruder attempted to break into a home located in the 8400 block of North West Street just after 2 a.m. Monday, June 10, said Mason County Sheriff…
Kathleen Louise (Darr) Biteman, 72, formerly of Scottville, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Kate was born June 7, 1951, in Dowagiac and graduated from Mason County Central High School in 1969. She attended Central Michigan University where she studied music and biology. Later she studied nursing at West Shore Community College and worked as a home health care…
Employment: Early Childhood Special Education Teacher/Service Provider West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a full-time Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Teacher/Service Provider for the 2024-25 school year. Applicants should possess a valid teaching certificate with Special Education and Early Childhood endorsement or ZS endorsement or the ability to obtain temporary approval. For a complete list of…
Employment: Special Education Teacher – MoCI West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Teacher – MoCI. Bachelor’s degree and valid teacher certification with special education endorsement or ability to obtain temporary approval required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources,…
WSCC News is presented by West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College (WSCC) is hosting an exhibition titled Masters in Conversation: Works of Manierre Dawson and William Sievert, Wednesday June 12 through Sept. 12, 2024 at the Manierre Dawson Gallery. For this exhibition five works by Dawson, produced between 1949…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Food Service is again offering free summer meals to children at various locations in Ludington, Scottville, and Victory Township. The free meals are non-income based, open to anyone ages 18 and younger or persons up to age 26 who…
LUDINGTON — A criminal complaint has been filed against Caleb Isiah Russell, 20, of Ludington for criminal sexual conduct, third degree and habitual offender second offense. The alleged offense took place on April 17, 2024 in Hamlin Township. Russell is accused of engaging in sexual penetration with a person at least 13 years of age but under 16 years, according…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SCOTTVILLE — A 60-year-old Ludington woman was arrested by a Mason County sheriff’s deputy after crashing the vehicle she was driving and leaving the scene Sunday, June 9, shortly after midnight on Fifth Street near Main Street, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole.…
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