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Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. MACKINAC ISLAND — Retiring Mason County Central High School forensics coach Tom Richert was inducted into the Michigan Speech Coaches Hall of Fame recently. The induction ceremony took place at the Grand Hotel where Richert attended with his wife, Libby, and several current and…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Scottville City Commission decided earlier this week to extend a job offer to Clarence Goodlein of Luther as interim city manager. Goodlein has worked in public service for over 45 years. He most recently served as zoning administrator and blight enforcement official for Leroy Township and Leroy Village in Osceola County. The commission considered…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Friends of Ludington State Park recently received $12,538.92 from the Chamber Alliance of Mason County following a successful Pure Ludington BRRRewfest in January 2024, the Chamber announced during a presentation Thursday morning at the park in front of items purchased this year through previous Brrrewfest donations. The Friends group has long partnered with the Chamber, providing all…
LUDINGTON — Ludington Coats and Boots recently received a $3,500 grant from the Great Lakes Energy People Fund. The grant will be used to help build the organization’s “Big Kid Project” which supplies warm winter attire to older students identified by Community Link workers and counselors at Mason County middle school and high schools. During the 2023-24 school year the…
West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. REED CITY — The MiSTEM Network team in region 9 – west central Michigan – recently launched a new robotics practice facility to increase equity and accessibility for FIRST Robotics teams in the region. The effort demonstrates…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Amber Kay Weymouth, 22; assault with a dangerous weapon and domestic violence; arrested May 18 by Mason County Sheriff’s Office; arraigned May 23; preliminary hearing: June 12; bail: $250 cash. -Daniel Lee Adams, 68; assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and larceny less than $200; arrested May…
Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Mason County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to MCP’s Letter to the Editor Policy. Dear Editor, The Fountain Chamber of…
Merlene Katherine Pomranka, 76, of Ludington, formerly of Coldwater, passed away on Wednesday May 29, 2024. She was born on October 13, 1947, in Marshall, to the late Merle and Jennie Jean (Petroff) Getty. Merlene graduated from Marshall High School in 1966. On October 18, 1969, she married the love of her life, Wayne Pomranka. She was a dedicated secretary…
Notice of Hearing: Adam Robert Madsen State of Michigan Probate Court, County of Mason In the matter of Madsen/Dekle Children. To all interested persons including: Adam Robert Madsen, 2995 W. Townline Rd., Ludington, MI 49431 whose address(es) is/are unknown and whose interest in the matter may be barred or affected by the following: Take notice: A hearing will be held…
Phyllis Elaine (Vryhof) Goerbig, 94, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 11 a.m. at North Victory Cemetery. Read Phyllis’s obituary here. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com.
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Scottville Police Department: Thursday, May 23, 2024: 4:16 p.m., juvenile complaint, 300 block of West Beryl Street, City of Scottville. Friday, May 24, 2024: 1:30 p.m., malicious destruction of property, 300 block of West State Street,…
SUMMIT TOWNSHIP — Technology and police dogs played key roles in law enforcement apprehending two men wanted on warrants, one of whom was on the run all night, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “At 11:06 p.m. Wednesday May 29, 2024, a Mason County sheriff’s deputy attempted a traffic stop on a minivan on US 10 in Pere Marquette…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County Wednesday, May 29, 2024: 8:52 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, Hansen Road east of LaSalle Road, Amber Township. 3:31 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 24-year-old Ludington woman was arrested for domestic…
Employment: Automotive Technology Teacher-CTE West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an Automotive Technology Teacher-CTE. Valid State of Michigan Standard CTE Certificate or the ability to obtain appropriate certificate or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Road Commission and Hamlin Township will be overseeing the reconstructing of the structure on North Lakeshore Drive at the South Bayou of Hamlin Lake beginning in September. The existing culvert was designed by R.E. Lunde in 1974. Based on sketches and field notes the project was constructed in the winter and spring of 1975.…
SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — Morse Road between Dewey and Millerton roads will be closed to all traffic from Monday, June 3 to Wednesday, June 5 for abutment repairs to the bridge that crosses the North Branch Lincoln River. The abutment work is in preparation for upcoming reconstruction work of Morse Road that will be scheduled in the upcoming weeks, according to…
Employment: Early Interventionist West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an Early Interventionist. Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree required and willing to obtain certification in an area of special education within three years; 3 years experience required. For a complete list of requirements and responsibilities visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to:…
LUDINGTON — Bradley Curtis Drake, 27, was sentenced by Judge Susan K. Sniegowski to a mandatory minimum prison term of 25 years to a maximum of 60 years for a first-degree criminal sexual conduct — victim under age 13 — conviction in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, May 28. Drake was found guilty by a jury, April 18. He…
West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. By Brooke Hammond, MCP/OCP Intern VICTORY TOWNSHIP—West Shore Educational Service District Career & Technical Education student Ava Hoekwater has not let her disability affect her studies. Through hard work and determination, she has excelled in her skill…
LUDINGTON — Mason County Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Beth Hand will be sworn in Friday, May 31, as Mason County prosecuting attorney to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Lauren Kreinbrink. Judge Susan K. Sniegowski of the 51st Circuit Court recently announced her appointment of Hand. The appointment is for the balance of the current term which ends…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — A 48-year-old Scottville man appeared in court at the Mason County Courthouse for a criminal case soon found out he was wanted on an outstanding warrant Tuesday, May 28, shortly after noon, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “He was found…
