By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Former Scottville City Clerk Kelse Rae Lester waived her right to a preliminary examination Wednesday, Sept. 30, in 79th District Court, allowing the felony case against her to move to Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court. Mason County Prosecutor Beth Hand said Lester appeared in district court Wednesday and waived the preliminary examination. The case…
GRANT TOWNSHIP — A four-way stop will soon be installed at the intersection of Townline and Quarterline roads on the border of Grant and Victory townships, according to the Mason County Road Commission. The change coincides with the recent paving of Townline Road between Quarterline Road and U.S. 31. That section of Townline Road had previously been gravel. The new…
The following opinion editorial is paid content. Paid for by the Committee to Elect Kim Cole. Editor’s Note: Kim Cole is the Republican candidate for the Michigan’s 32nd Senate District, which includes all of Mason, Manistee, Benzie and Oceana counties, along with portions of Muskegon County. By Kim Cole My family has called Mason County home for five generations. I’ve…
Winnie Anna Barnett, 93, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. A visitation will be held on Monday, October 5, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Grace Funeral Home. A Mass from the Order of Christian Funerals will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 11 a.m. at St. Simon Catholic Church in Ludington, with…
The Mason County Road Commission is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Truck Driver/Equipment Operator/Laborer. Starting pay is $28.74 per hour. Applicants are required to have a CDL driver’s license with endorsements and a minimum of three years of related work experience. Experience operating trucks and construction equipment is preferred. To apply, contact the Mason County Road Commission for…
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