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PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 40-year-old Pinconning, Michigan man was arrested Tuesday evening at a local hotel after allegedly threatening hotel guests with a handgun. “On April 23, 2024 at 6:23 p.m., law enforcement personnel were called to the Comfort Inn on US 10 regarding a reported man with a gun who had reportedly threatened two guests at the hotel,”…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 40-year-old Pinconning man is in custody following an incident at a local hotel. Police were dispatched to the Comfort Inn, 5323 US-10, about 5:30 p.m. Tuesday evening. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, deputies initially responded to a call of a man at the hotel brandishing a gun and making threats.…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Law enforcement officers are on scene of the Comfort Inn, 5323 US-10. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, deputies initially responded to a call of a man at the hotel brandishing a gun and making threats. The area surrounding the hotel has been blocked off by police and fire department units. Units on scene include…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Mason County Prosecuting Attorney Lauren Kreinbrink has announced that she will be resigning from the position effective June 1, 2024. Kreinbrink stated, in a press release, that she has accepted a partnership in the trial law firm of Craig W. Elhart in Traverse City. “Until June 1st, I will continue to do everything in…
Employment: MCP Sports Editor Mason County Press is seeking a part-time Sports Editor. We seek an energetic sports enthusiast who enjoys telling the stories of local athletic events, especially, but not limited to, youth sports. This person should also be a self starter who requires little oversight. The MCP Sports Editor will be responsible for developing positive working relationships with…
MCC students learn about photosynthesis Spartan News is a service of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. Photos and story by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Seventh grade science students at Mason County Central Middle School have been studying photosynthesis and cellular respiration. Last week they ate their science projects. Teacher Amy Cronk said the students…
51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted April 23, 2024 By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Christopher Lee Merriman, 44, was found guilty of probation violation and was sentenced April 16, 2024 to 46 months to 20 years in prison with credit for 649 days served in jail and…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason-Lake Conservation District will hold its annual tree seedling sale pickup on Friday and Saturday at the Mason County Fairgrounds. Each year, the Conservation District offers dozens of varieties of tree and shrub seedlings available for sale, to help reforestation efforts and wildlife habitat improvements. Included in the available trees this year are evergreens such…
Starting Salary: $67,041.02 and benefits package Location: Mason County Courthouse, 304 E. Ludington Avenue, Ludington, MI 49431 Job Description: Under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney and Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, reviews and authorizes request for warrants, determines the appropriate charge, presents criminal cases in District Court and Circuit Court as well as Family Court and Probate Court matters. This…
Judy Marie Holden, 83, of Fountain, died on Tuesday April 23, 2024. A celebration of life will be held on her birthday, Sunday May 26, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Judy’s residence. Please bring a dish to pass and BYOB. Memorial contributions can be made to the family, Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — An investigation by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office is underway regarding allegations of multiple incidents of “under-ringing” of merchandise at Walmart by a male suspect and a female suspect, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “Under ringing” typically…
Savor the Flavors: Downtown Ludington’s Restaurant Week starts today LUDINGTON — Calling all food enthusiasts! Downtown Ludington’s Restaurant Week, starting today, runs through April 28, 2024. The culinary celebration is set to showcase the diverse and vibrant downtown dining scene, offering locals and visitors alike the chance to explore new flavors and revisit old favorite spots. Throughout the week, participating…
WSCC News is presented by West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The West Shore Community College Humankind Series is hosting a screening of Janelle Vaughn Dowell’s short film “Elsewhere”, a digital collage celebrating the benefits of vacation, rejuvenation, nature, transportation, and abstract art. The 12-minute film will be screened from 11:30 a.m. –…
LUDINGTON — MOPS/MOMSnext of Ludington will hold a Mom 2 Mom Sale from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 27 at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 121 N. Nelson Rd. Admission is a $2 per person donation; kids under the age of 12 are free and strollers are welcome. The event is a specialized, high quality group yard and bake sale.…
John F. Lehman, 85, of Branch died on Sunday, April 14, 2024. Funeral arrangements are pending at at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10…
News Alert: Vehicle crash, US 10-31/Stiles AMBER TOWNSHIP (12:17 p.m.) — Report of a vehicle crash at US 10-31 and Stiles Road.
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Lake Michigan Carferry Service has announced a change in the start of the 2024 sailing season. The season is now scheduled to begin on Saturday, June 1. Previously, the company had announced that the season would begin on Friday, June 14. The Badger’s 2023 season was cut short due to the failure of…
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? See answers here. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief 1. Where is the southern terminus of M-116? a. The intersection of Washington and Ludington avenues. b. The intersection of Pere Marquette Highway…
LUDINGTON — Bradley Curtis Drake, 27, faces a 25-year mandatory minimum prison term for a conviction of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC) — victim under age 13 — after a jury rendered a guilty verdict Thursday, April 18, in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court. Drake is lodged in the Mason County Jail without bond. Sentencing is scheduled for May 28 at…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — A 31-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police for aggravated domestic assault in the 200 block of South James Street Thursday, April 18, around 1 p.m. He was lodged in the Mason County Jail. Other Ludington Police Department activity Thursday,…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — On Wednesday, April 17, the Michigan Education Association (MEA) 13-B Coordinating Council recently recognized nine students from nine area high schools as Academic All-Stars during a banquet at West Shore Community College. Criteria for selection of the MEA Academic All-Star Award included a student’s scholarship, leadership, character, and service. The recipients of the 28th annual awards included:…
