By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. HART — Several dozen community leaders gathered at the Hart Middle School library this morning to discuss how to integrate broadband Internet into underserved local rural areas. The meeting was facilitated by State Sen. Geoff Hansen (R-Hart) who represents Mason, Oceana, Newaygo and Muskegon counties. Hansen said the meeting came out of a discussion he had…
FREE SOIL TWP. — A 57-year-old Free Soil man was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday night for assault. The incident occurred around 10:58 p.m. on East Sauble Road. Other activity of the MCSO for Wednesday, April 9, 2014 included: – 9:35 a.m.: Car/deer crash, no injuries, Hawley and Indian Trail roads, Eden Twp. – 12:42 p.m.: Retail…
The outdoor report for Mason County is sponsored by Superior Electric of Ludington: 231-845-0126; www.supelectric.com. Thursday, April 10, 2014. Windy with showers early then cloudy in the afternoon. High around 50 degrees F. Winds, west-southwest at 20 to 30 mph diminishing to 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain, 40%. Sunset: 8:24 p.m. Tonight, mainly clear with a low of 34…
Ludington — The installation of the first phase of the S.S. Badger’s new combustion control component of the multi-million dollar ash retention system aboard the historic ship is underway and will be completed before the start of the 2014 sailing season on May 16, according to a statement from the Badger’s owner, Lake Michigan Carferry. The changes will bring the…
HART — A meeting addressing area Internet access will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. at Hart Middle School. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss improving Internet access and adoption of broadband Internet in west Michigan. Local government officials, Internet service providers, health and public safety officials, representatives of area chambers of commerce, school districts and local libraries…
Kate Krieger of Ludington has joined the Mason County Press team. Born and raised in Mason County, Kate is no stranger to the goings on in the west Michigan area and she is very excited to get back into local journalism. With a bachelor’s degree in journalism and broadcasting from Grand Valley State University, Krieger has worked for different media…
DETROIT — On Monday, April 21, at 7:08 p.m., the 2013 American League Central Champion Detroit Tigers take on the Chicago White Sox, as the Tigers partner with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund to host the Third Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Night, at Comerica Park. This special night is dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of law…
The outdoor report for Mason County is sponsored by Superior Electric of Ludington: 231-845-0126; www.supelectric.com. Wednesday, April 9, 2014. The Pere Marquette River at Scottville Riverside Park continues to be under a flood advisory. Today, a mix of clouds and sun with a high of 51 degrees F. Winds, southwest at 10 to 20 mph. Sunset: 8:22 p.m. Tonight, partly cloudy…
LUDINGTON — FloraCraft Corporation is sponsoring a Life Blooms fund raiser for Relay for Life on Saturday, April 12 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Lincoln Hills Golf Club. Admission is $20 per person and includes light appetizers and soft drinks; a cash bar will be available. Children under age 12 are free. There will be activities for the entire…
LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has announced the first performer for its third annual Rhythm & Dunes community concert series. The first concert, scheduled for July 26, will feature a tribute to Journey from the DSB Band. DSB has been highly revered by fans as the “next best thing” to Journey. The band captures the lush, signature sound of renowned…
LUDINGTON — The Mason County Parent Coalition has received its first community donation toward its Ludington Splash Pad Fund, a project the group has been working on since last fall. The group initially came up with the idea for a splash pad last summer during the Love Ludington and Mason County mini grant contest. The idea was one of the…
The following is the victim impact statement read by Jennifer Sielski, fiance of Trooper Paul Butterfield. Sielski read the letter today during the sentencing of Eric John Knysz in 51st Circuit Court. Your honor, I know that nothing can bring Paul back into this world or ease the pain of my devastating loss. But, just as Paul did his duty…
More updates to come. By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Eric John Knysz, the 20-year-old Irons resident who murdered Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield, will spend the rest of his life in prison. He was sentenced today in 51st Circuit Court to life in prison without parole. For the first time, since Knysz murdered Trooper Butterfield on North Custer…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. A community nightmare that began on Sept. 9, 2013, has nearly ended. Eric John Knysz, 20, of Irons was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield. His sentence calls for no chance of parole. The Mason County courthouse was full this afternoon with law enforcement officials and other…
LUDINGTON — The former chairwoman of the Ludington Petunia Parade appeared in 51st Circuit Court today where she faces embezzlement charges. Brown, 60, 4152 W. Washington Rd., Pentwater, is accused of taking $47,807.15 from the organization since she became chairwoman in November 2007 until November 2013. Embezzlement of more than $20,000 but less than $50,000 is punishable by up to…
VICTORY TWP. – Cyrille Aimée, acclaimed jazz vocalist direct from France, will grace the West Shore Community College stage on Sat., April 26, as part of WSCC’s popular Performing Arts Series. The concert is7:30 p.m. and tickets are on sale now.= Aimée is an unstoppable, undeniable new talent in jazz today, says director of the series, Dr. Rick Plummer. He adds, “Area…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A Michigan National Guard soldier who assaulted a Mason County sheriff’s deputy was sentenced to a year in jail today in 51st Circuit Court. Eric Michael Klopp, 33, 1235 Sumac St., Fruitport, pleaded guilty in February for resisting and assaulting Dep. Ed Rasmussen, a corrections officer at the Mason County Jail, following a Nov.…
LUDINGTON — A 23-year-old Ludington man charged with resisting and obstructing three area law enforcement officers, and possession of marijuana and methadone, pleaded guilty today in 51st Circuit Court. Carl Lee Herring was arrested Feb. 20, 2014 by Ludington Police Department during an incident at 210 E. Loomis St. Herring told Judge Richard Cooper that he was staying at that…
SCOTTVILLE –Mason County Central High School forensics team recently competed in regionals on March 27. As a result, the team will bring 23 events with 29 students to the state finals in May at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. “I’m very proud of this year’s team,” Coach Tom Richert said. 1st place Regional champs were: Silja Backmann, Ashleigh Mccabe, Abbie…
LUDINGTON — Have you ever thought about how the fire department gains access to a commercial building during an emergency? There is always the option of breaking in the door, but that’s often an unnecessary procedure, especially when the call is often a false alarm. Businesses often register authorized personnel, known as a key holder, who have the ability to…
VICTORY TWP. — Mason County Central Schools’ Victory Early Childhood Development will be holding Great Start Readiness Program preschool registration this month. Dates are Thursday, April 17, 6 p.m., at Scottville Elementary on West Maple Street in Scottville and Thursday, April 24, 6 p.m., at Victory Early Childhood Center on North Stiles Road. All preschool children must be 4-years-old by…
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