Nioma Phoebe Silvis, aged 90 of Riverton Township, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at Oakview Medical Care Facility. Nioma was born on March 9, 1923, the daughter of Ervin and Alice (Stuck) McVicker, and married Willis L. “Jim” Silvis on June 6, 1942. If Nioma had a Lucky number it would have been seven as she had seven children,…
LUDINGTON – The award-winning Pigeon Creek Shakespeare Company, a touring company based in Grand Haven, will present an evening of Shakespeare scenes at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts on Saturday, November 16 at 7:30 p.m.. The performance, the second installment in LACA’s Main Stage Series, will feature scenes from Shakespearean comedies, including such plays as “The Merchant of Venice,” “The Comedy of Errors,”…
LUDINGTON — A 34-year-old Evart man pleaded guilty Tuesday in 51st Circuit Court for criminal sexual conduct against a 15-year-old girl. The incident took place on June 3, 2012 when the two met each other hiking at the Ludington State Park. Initially, Lauren Davin Derscheid, 4181 70th Ave., Evart, was arrested on Aug. 27 by Mason County Sheriff’s Office and…
VICTORY TWP. — The Leisure and Enrichment Program (L&E), sponsored by West Shore Community College and Mason County Central Schools, is offering a wide variety of low-cost or free workshops and seminars throughout the autumn season. The program is designed to appeal to a diverse array of community interests in the areas of fitness, family entertainment, cooking, arts and crafts,…
Welcome to the world: Sophia Vazquez was born October 31, 2013 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. She is the daughter of Jessica Cotilla-Vazquez and Edgar Vazquez of Pentwater. Koye Alan Hlady was born November 4, 2013 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. He is the son of Jennifer and Steven Hlady of Ludington. Maternal grandparents are Don and Katie Peterson of…
VICTORY TWP. – Students who have attended West Shore Community College and transferred to Western Michigan University prior to earning a degree, can now receive their associate degree while continuing their studies at the University. WMU President John M. Dunn and WSCC President Charles T. Dillon recently signed the reverse transfer agreement allowing WSCC students, who have transferred to WMU,…
The following is this week’s fishing report from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources: Ludington: Pier anglers and those surfcasting are catching steelhead. Pere Marquette River: Rain has brought some fresh steelhead into the river. Manistee: Pier anglers and those surfcasting are taking steelhead when the winds allow. Most are floating spawn or casting small spoons and spinners. Manistee River: Rain helped to bring…
The outdoor report for Mason County is sponsored by Superior Electric of Ludington: 231-845-0126; www.superiorelectric.com. Today: Partly cloudy with high temperature of 42 degrees F with a 20% chance of rain. Low tonight of 33 degrees with a 40% chance of rain/snow showers early. Humidity: 65%, decreasing to 55%. Wind: northwest at 14 mph changing to west at 14 mph by…
Mason County Press is growing and we are in need of correspondents to help us provide even more stories about life here in Mason County. We want to expand our news coverage by reporting on what’s happening in the townships and in the schools. The ideal candidate(s) should have an interest in those areas and a general understanding of how government…
The Kitchen Sink, a blog by Stephanie Wagner, is sponsored by The Polished Parlor, 218 S. James St., Ludington; 231-843-0555; www.facebook.com/ThePolishedParlor. I have a guilty pleasure that includes watching absolute mindless television when life gets tough. The more stress, the worse the show. I got hooked on the series Hoarders during a particularly rough patch a year ago. I finally…
The outdoor report for Mason County is sponsored by Superior Electric of Ludington: 231-845-0126; www.superiorelectric.com. Today: Rainy today with high temperature of 56 degrees; lows tonight dropping to 35 degrees. Humidity: 93% with 75% chance of precipitation. Winds south-southwest at 20 mph changing to northwest at 13 mph by afternoon. Thursday: Mostly sunny with high temperature of 45 and low…
LUDINGTON — Ryan Cox will be the City of Ludington’s next mayor. The 31-year-old teacher defeated city councilor and former police chief Wally Taranko 767-685 during Tuesday’s election. “I’m ready to hit the ground running,” Cox said at his house, where he and his parents, Richard and Diana, were watching the results. “I’m looking forward to meeting with Mayor (John)…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Sarah Knysz pleaded guilty today in 51st Circuit Court. The 20-year-old Irons resident, who is 8-months-pregnant, appeared in court for a final conference. At that time Mason County Prosecutor Paul Spaniola offered her a chance to plea guilty, unconditionally, to the two charges against her: accessory to murder of a police officer after the fact…
MCP’s coverage of Garrett Lake’s funeral was done with permission and by request of his family. By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — Garrett Lake was a boy who loved to laugh, loved his friends, loved his family and, most importantly, loved Jesus. Hundreds of people filled Cornerstone Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon to remember the 11-year-old boy who lost his life in…
VICTORY TWP. – The West Shore Community College Performing Arts Series will feature The Verve Pipe in an all ages rock concert highlighting their hits from the early 1990’s – 2000’s, on Nov. 22, at 7:30 p.m., in Ludington’s Peterson Auditorium. Formed in East Lansing in the early 1990’s, The Verve Pipe has gained a worldwide following for their textured rock music and…
SCOTTVILLE — The annual Mason County Central Middle School Veterans Day program has been cancelled. “Due to unforeseen circumstances this year, we will not be able to maintain the quality program this year as we have over the past 15 years,” program organizer and teacher Phil Quinlan said. “The students of MCC Middle School have had the privilege of honoring…
LUDINGTON — Sarah Knysz of Luther, the wife of the man accused of murdering Trooper Paul Butterfield, is scheduled to appear in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court today for a final conference at 3:30 p.m. The pregnant 20-year-old has been charged with accessory to murder, after the fact and unlawfully driving away a motor vehicle in connection to the Sept.…
UPDATED. This story was first posted Saturday, Nov. 2. FREE SOIL TWP. – A 43-year-old Manistee County woman was arrested Saturday for aggravated stalking and for arson of personal property. Troopers from the Michigan State Police Hart Post were contacted by the victim on November 1, who stated some of his property had been burned. Troopers investigated the crime and…
LUDINGTON — Michael Douglas, the man who died in an industrial accident on board the PM 41 barge Sunday, had worked for Pere Marquette Shipping since 2006, a company spokeswoman said today. “We are deeply saddened to report that an accident took place aboard the Pere Marquette 41, Sunday, November 3 resulting in the death of respected crew member, Michael…
In partnership with the Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce, Mason County Press presents The Business Plan, a series that discusses business in Mason County. On Tuesday, Nov. 5, the chamber will host a Networking Breakfast at All Access Care, 329 N. Jebavy Dr. The networking opportunity costs $5 for chamber members and $10 for non members. It begins…
LUDINGTON — On Tuesday voters in the City of Ludington will decide who their next mayor is going to be. After 12 years, Mayor John Henderson has reached the limit of terms he can be in office. This opened up an August primary race between four candidates. During that election, voters narrowed their choices for the November general election to…
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