Recent death: Ellen “Ellie” Marie Westcott, 89, of Ludington

February 14, 2024

  Ellen “Ellie” Marie Westcott, 89, of Ludington, died on Monday, February 12, 2024. A memorial service will take place on Monday, March 11, 2024, at United Methodist Church of Ludington, 5810 W. Bryant Road, Pere Marquette Township, at 11 a.m. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. at the church. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023…

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Employment Opportunity: Building Principal, Onekama Consolidated Schools

February 14, 2024

Employment Opportunity: Building Principal, Onekama Consolidated Schools This is a paid posting. Posted Feb. 14 to March 21, 2024

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Obituary: Michael Wolfe, 58, of Manistee

February 14, 2024

Obituary: Michael Wolfe, 58, of Manistee Michael Stanley “Mikey” Wolfe, 58, of Manistee walked on to the spirit world Friday, February 9, 2024.  Michael was born on November 16, 1965 in Ludington, the son of Emil J. and Jacquelyn E. (Kelsey) Wolfe. He graduated from Brazoswood High School in Clute, Texas with the class of 1986. Michael was an elder of…

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WSCC program to discuss LGBTQ topics

February 14, 2024

WSCC program to discuss LGBTQ topics WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press.  LUDINGTON — West Shore Community College’s Humankind series is pleased to host an author-led discussion of the book “Private Love, Public School: Gay Teacher Under Fire” by Christine Yared, on Monday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. at the…

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Teen sentenced to jail for hitting male friend in the face with construction stapler

February 13, 2024

Teen sentenced to jail for hitting male friend in the face with construction stapler By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — An 18-year-old woman was sentenced to 90 days in jail in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Feb. 13, for a felony conviction of assault with a dangerous weapon for hitting her male friend in the face with a…

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Vehicular homicide case moves forward in circuit court

February 13, 2024

Vehicular homicide case moves forward in circuit court Argument led to man allegedly running wife over with car By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The criminal case against a 59-year-old Grand Rapids man accused of running over his wife with a car and killing her moves forward in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court. Mark Lazon Casterman appeared in court…

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VIDEO: Sheriff’s office seeks assistance in Jebavy Dr. break-ins

February 13, 2024

VIDEO: Sheriff’s office seeks assistance in Jebavy Dr. break-ins LUDINGTON — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest who may have been involved in a series of break-ins that occurred Saturday morning along Jebavy Drive in Pere Marquette Township. See story below.   Deputies investigate string of break-ins to Jebavy Drive…

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Marquette Rail seeking $16.4 million grant to repair tracks, yard

February 13, 2024

Marquette Rail seeking $16.4 million grant to repair tracks, yard By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Marquette Rail, LLC is seeking a $16.4 million grant from the Federal Railroad Administration to assist paying for $25.2 million in improvements to its main track and Ludington yard. Marquette Rail (also known as MQT) operates 162 miles of railroad from Grand Rapids to…

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Reader offers ways pool supporters can help

February 13, 2024

Reader offers ways pool supporters can help 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 Op/Ed policy. Dear…

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Q&A with VA scheduled in Ludington, Hart

February 13, 2024

Q&A with VA scheduled in Ludington, Hart Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will be in Ludington and Hart for three question and answer sessions. Times and locations are as follows: Thursday, Feb. 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ludington Area Senior Center, 308 S. Rowe St., Ludington Thursday, Feb. 15, 4 to 7 p.m., American Legion Post…

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Support local news for $10 a month

February 13, 2024

Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy reading Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. Our services are provided to you through the generous support of our advertisers. Traditional newspaper models require subscriptions or purchase of an individual newspaper in order to see their product. We do not, and will not, require our readers to pay…

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Obituary: Donald Vandling, 58, of Ludington

February 13, 2024

Obituary: Donald Vandling, 58, of Ludington In the quiet repose of Grand Rapids’ winter embrace, Donald Joseph Vandling, at the age of 58, left the earthly stage on Friday, February 10, 2024. Born under a winter sky in Hart, on December 26, 1965, Donny, as he was affectionately known, was a troubadour of the everyday, a man whose life was…

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Recent births, posted Feb. 13, 2024

February 13, 2024

Recent births, posted Feb. 13, 2024 The following birth has been reported: Levi-Elijah Kenneth Rivera-Allison, the son of Elisabeth Rivera-Simonds and Brayden Allison of Ludington, was born on Monday, February 12, 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…

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Employment Opportunity: Mechanic

February 13, 2024

Employment Opportunity: Mechanic U-Win Motorsports seeks an experienced full time mechanic specializing in motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs and marine units. Wages will be based on experience. Work week is Monday through Friday. U-Win Motorsports, located at 2284 W. US 10, Ludington, is a family owned business. Submit resumes to dan@uwinmotorsports.com or deliver it in person to our store. Call 231-757-8946 with questions.…

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Recent death: Michael S. Wolfe, 58, of Manistee

February 13, 2024

Michael S. Wolfe, 58, of Manistee, died on Saturday, February 10, 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

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Scottville PD news, posted Feb. 12, 2024

February 12, 2024

Scottville PD news, posted Feb. 12, 2024 SCOTTVILLE — The following is a list of recent activity of the Scottville Police Department: Monday, Jan. 22, 2024: Larceny, 400 block of West Third Avenue. Juvenile assist, 200 block of West Broadway Avenue. Wellbeing check, 300 block of Scott Street. Larceny, 400 block of West Third Street. Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024: Motorist…

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Dodge Charger reported stolen

February 12, 2024

Dodge Charger reported stolen PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 2006 red Dodge Charger was reported stolen Saturday, Feb. 10, around 2 a.m. in the 100 block of South Pere Marquette Highway, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The car has a Michigan license plate number of 5PTU97. Other recent police activity in Mason County includes: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024: 11:20…

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Deputies investigate string of break-ins to Jebavy Drive businesses

February 12, 2024

Deputies investigate string of break-ins to Jebavy Drive businesses The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Nine businesses located in the 300 block of North Jebavy Drive were broken into or an attempted break-in was made over the weekend, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “On…

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February 12, 2024

Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy reading Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. Our services are provided to you through the generous support of our advertisers. Traditional newspaper models require subscriptions or purchase of an individual newspaper in order to see their product. We do not, and will not, require our readers to pay…

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Employment Opportunity: School Psychologist Intern

February 12, 2024

Employment Opportunity: School Psychologist Intern West Shore Educational Service District has position vacancies for School Psychologist Interns with a current and valid School Psychologist limited license certificate from the Michigan Department of Education required or the ability to obtain certification in Michigan upon the completion of their graduate school psychologist program. For a complete list of requirements and responsibilities visit…

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Obituary: Marlene Monton, 87, of Ludington

February 12, 2024

Obituary: Marlene Monton, 87, of Ludington Marlene J. Monton, 87, of Ludington, formerly of The Villages of Florida, and Pentwater, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Oakview Medical Care Facility in Ludington. Marlene was the eldest of five children born to John and Nellie Jorissen.  She married the love of her life Charles Monton, enjoying 59 years of…

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