American Legion to close for meetings March 9 LUDINGTON — American Legion Post #76, Edwin H. Ewing, will be closed on Saturday, March 9 until about 3 p.m. due to District 9 meetings. Meetings are open to Legion members. The schedule is as follows: Auxiliary, 10:30 a.m.; district regular executive board, 11 a.m.; lunch, noon, regular general meeting, 1 p.m.…
Obituary: Ronald Zeef, 83, of Ludington Ronald Clare Zeeff, 83, of Ludington passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2024. Ron was born on December 3, 1940 in Grand Rapids, the son of Clarence and Johanna (Jansen) Zeeff, and graduated from Godwin Heights High School with the class of 1958. While camping at Selkirk Lake with his family, Ron had the opportunity to…
Employment Opportunity: Special Education Teacher – SXI West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Special Education Teacher – SXI. 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…
MCC Educational Foundation supports robotics team Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — As the Mason County Central Educational Foundation holds its annual Community Auction on Saturday, March 1, one of the foundation’s benefactors, the MCC High School robotics team will be competing in…
Ludington officers busy with OWI arrests The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — Ludington police officers arrested a 35-year-old Norton Shores woman for third-offense operating while intoxicated Tuesday, Feb. 27, shortly after 8 p.m. following a traffic stop near the intersection of Ludington Avenue and Gaylord Street, according…
Community Foundation recaps 2023 grants The Community Foundation for Mason County has supported the community for 35 years, and 2023 was no different. School behavioral health telemedicine. Art supplies and lessons for underserved children and adults. Community access to the Pere Marquette River. Community center feasibility study. Meade Township pickleball courts. Home help aides for adults with disabilities. WSCC, CTE & Me…
Final state park lantern walk is Saturday HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Friends of the Ludington State Park will hold the final lantern-lit walk of the season on Saturday, March 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. The event may be the last lantern-lit walk for the next year since the state park is scheduled to be closed next winter for construction.…
Obituary: Christopher Swantek, 61, of Fountain “Some will walk through the pearly gates, some will ride” On October 11, 1962, the city of Chicago shook as Judy and Peter Swantek brought their first Catholic-born son, Christopher Edward, into the world. Peter and Judy had two more sons, brothers of Christopher, Edward and Steven Swantek. After the loss of her husband…
Employment Opportunity: Utility Maintenance Operator, City of Ludington The City of Ludington is accepting applications for a Utility Maintenance Operator Position. Requires CDL License (Class A with tanker endorsement) and residency within 20 miles from the city boundaries within six months of hire date. Must obtain a MI S-4 Water Distrib. Lic. within 3 years of hire. Starting rate of pay…
Recent births, posted Feb. 29, 2024 The following birth has been reported: Harper Grace Collins, the daughter of Serena and Michael Collins of Hart, was born on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy…
A memorial gathering will be held for baby Jason Bobbie McCray, son of Myra Clark and James McCray, on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing…
Employment Opportunity: Administrative Assistant to the Executive Director Mason County Historical Society Part-Time, Year-Round (30 hours per week) Hourly Rate: $15 per hour Location: Downtown Ludington The Mason County Historical Society is the cornerstone of preserving and sharing the rich history of Mason County, Michigan. Founded in 1937, the Society is committed to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the cultural…
The Mason County Quiz, Feb. 28, 2024 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? This is the first installment of what we are planning to be the weekly Mason County Quiz. 1. Who is Hamlin Township named…
Sandcastles offering free admission for SNAP recipients LUDINGTON — Sandcastles Children’s Museum, 129 E. Ludington Ave., is offering free admission on Thursdays to families that receive food assistance through the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program. “This is something we have been looking at for quite some time, and the board felt it was the right time for a pilot…
Closings and cancellations, Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 The following closings and cancellations have been reported. More may be added to this list. Casman Academy, Manistee Manistee Area Public Schools Manistee Catholic Central School Manistee Intermediate School District New Era Christian School Trinity Lutheran School, Manistee Walkerville Public Schools _________ Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy…
Ronald C. Zeeff, 83, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, February 27, 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 __________ Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy reading Mason County…
Library program to discuss state of Democratic Party LUDINGTON — The Mason County District Library (MCDL), Abondia Center, and partner libraries throughout Michigan, will host Paul Pierson, professor of political science at University of California, Berkeley, presenting his ideas on what’s ahead for the Democratic Party on Tuesday, March 5.. Part of the Cairns & Beacons: Finding Our Way…
Ludington mayor reflects on past year The State of the City By Mark Barnett, Mayor, City of Ludington As I consider the State of the City and where we are in 2024 it was important to understand where we came from. While thinking through a list of things that occurred in 2023 the obvious first item that came to mind…
Homeless man allegedly stealing alcohol arrested on warrants The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — A 51-year-old homeless man with multiple warrants from other counties was arrested near Ludington Avenue and Jackson Street Monday, Feb. 26, shortly before 4 p.m. following an investigation where he was the suspect…
Tickets still available for Conservation District Banquet AMBER TOWNSHIP — The Mason-Lake Conservation District is holding its annual banquet and board elections on Thursday, March 7 at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 765 W. US 10-31. Doors open at 5 p.m. with the program beginning at 6 p.m. Conservation District staff will have booths on display to share accomplishments of 2023…
West Shore Bank announces online charitable giving service LUDINGTON – West Shore Bank has recently added an online service to allow its customers a way to give to local charities. The bank announced today that it is partnering with Spiral, an award-winning Impact-as-a-Service platform for financial institutions. By integrating Spiral’s Everyday Impact, West Shore Bank enables its customers and businesses…
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