Robert C. “Doc” Campbell, DDS, 91, longtime resident of Scottville, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Doc was born on November 20, 1932 in Jackson, the son of Harlan and Katherine (McDowell) Campbell and graduated from Leslie High School with the class of 1950. With his father being a dentist, Doc followed in his footsteps by first earning his bachelor’s…
BADLWIN — For over 25 years Dr. Dannie Gentry has been providing women’s health care in Baldwin and is currently serving patients at Family Health Care providing a wide range of personalized gynecological and obstetrical services for women close. “Dr. Gentry is a well-known OB/GYN in Mason and Lake counties,” said registered nurse Jennifer Howe, who is the clinical operations…
Employment: MCP/OCP Sales Representative Media Group 31 is seeking a sales representative to sell advertising for its news services, Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. Hours are flexible with the option to work part time and potentially full time. Pay is based on commission of sales. Send a letter of inquiry and resume to Rob Alway, editor-in-chief, at editor@mediagroup31.com.
Hope Lynn Avra, the daughter of Brianna Kaminski and Austin Avra of Pentwater, was born at Corewell Health Gerber Hospital, Fremont, on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Lennox John Martz, the son of Amy and Tyler Martz of Scottville, was born on Friday, March 29, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023…
SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Recreation program has begun its youth summer baseball, softball and t-ball registration. The program is open to all Mason County children. Registration deadline is Wednesday, April 17. The cost is $50 per player for all leagues (includes a t-shirt). There is a $10 late fee per child for registrations after the deadline. Registration can take…
LUDINGTON — The annual Ludington Offshore Classic/Big Boys Fishing Tournament is scheduled for July 15-21 with daily events for professionals, amateurs, women and youth. Registration is open online, and the contests are expected to draw hundreds of participants from around the Midwest. The event has grown in popularity over the last 21 years. The Offshore Classic Pro Division will pay…
Take Advantage of Dining Deals, April 22-28 LUDINGTON — Local and visiting foodies may taste their way through town during 2024 Downtown Ludington Restaurant Week. The inaugural event will spotlight new palate-pleasing menu items at participating locations, plus attractive pre-set price points. The week-long event will feature $35 menus for two from Sunday, April 22 through Saturday, April 28. Depending…
LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington was designated a 2023 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, honoring the city’s commitment to effective urban forest management. The designation was achieved by the city meeting the program’s four requirements: maintaining a tree board, dedicating an annual community forestry budget of at least $2 per capita, and hosting an Arbor Day…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following recent police activity has been reported for March 28 to 31, 2024: Thursday, March 28 3:40 a.m., Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injuries, Benson Road north of Marshall Road, Branch Township. 5:26 p.m., MCSO, damaged vehicle (a truck was…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — AFFEW (A Few Friends of the Environment of the World) will hold its Earth Day celebration from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 20 at United Methodist Church of Ludington, 5810 W. Bryant Rd. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Planet vs. Plastics.” Doors open at 10 a.m. The event will include a…
Daniel John Hinds, 68, formerly of Ludington, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. He was born June 17, 1955, the son of James and Barbara (Brown) Hinds. Daniel graduated from Ludington High School in 1974. While attending LHS, Daniel excelled on the track team with his specialty being the 440-yard run. He won three consecutive Seaway Conference titles, the…
Russell Carl Bedker, 77, of Scottville, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. He was born on December 7, 1946, the son of Harry Bedker and Neta (Wever) Bedker. Russ graduated from Mason County Central High School in 1965. On February 27th of 1965 he married Sandra Sue Pfefferle. Russ worked for Miller Brothers Oil Company as a truck driver,…
Michigan’s new fishing license and regulation season kicks off today, Monday, April 1. The 2024 fishing licenses are valid through March 31, 2025. Fishing licenses can be purchased from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources online at Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses or by downloading the Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app and purchasing the license through the app. Michigan DNR Hunt Fish, an official app of the Michigan…
Staff members from the office of Congressman John Moolenaar will host local meeting times on Tuesday, April 9. Moolenaar represents Mason and Oceana counties in the U.S. House of Representatives. During the meetings, constituents from the Michigan Second Congressional District can discuss personal casework issues they are having with a federal agency. Constituents who cannot attend one of the meetings…
Employment: Property Assessor, Riverton Township Riverton Township in Mason County is seeking the services of a Property Assessor. Anyone interested in this position may request a more detailed job description by contacting Gary L. Dittmer, supervisor, 2682 West Chauvez Road, Scottville. MI. 49454. Phone Number 231-233-5032, email: g_dittmer@hotmail.com This is a paid posting. Posted until April 15, 2024
AMBER TOWNSHIP — Amber Township will hold its annual spring clean-up on Saturday, May 4 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Amber Township Hall, 171 S. Amber Road. Those dropping off items must show proof of residency of Amber Township. Items must be bagged, boxed or bundled. Metal products must be separated for the Padnos container that will be…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Lakeshore Animal Friends will hold a fundraising spaghetti dinner on Sunday, April 21 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Hamlin Township Hall, 3755 N. Jebavy Dr. The event will also include a ticket raffle and silent auction. Cost is $12 per person paid at the door or $10 per plate for pre-orders; $6 for children ages 10…
Daniel John Hinds, 68, formerly of Ludington, died on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. He was born June 17, 1955, the son of James and Barbara (Brown) Hinds. A full obituary will be posted soon. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 6, 2024, at St. Simon Catholic Church, 702 East Bryant Road, Ludington, with Father…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief On February 2, 2024, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) identified the remains of Corporal Frank Vincent Benak of Scottville, missing from World War II. Corporal Benak was the son of Vincent and Barbara Benak, immigrants from Yugoslavia who owned a dairy farm east of Scottville. He was born on May 17, 1918 and entered the…
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? By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Click here for the answers. 1. What is the official name of the highway that runs from Brye Road to the Scottville bypass? a. M-116 b.…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Emily Elizabeth Edgington, 20; possession of a controlled substance (narcotic/cocaine) and third-degree retail fraud; arrested Jan. 17 by Michigan State Police; arraigned March 27; preliminary exam: April 24; bail: $10,000/10 percent. -Tanya Renee Oleniczak, 48; uttering and publishing, using a computer…
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