By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central Board of Education is expected to hire Brian Dotson as the next principal of MCC High School during its meeting Monday, June 22, at 6 p.m. at the high school. Dotson will replace Jeff Tuka, who will become superintendent July 1 following the retirement of longtime Superintendent Jeff Mount. Currently…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Jebavy Drive Bridge has reopened to all traffic and is expected to remain open until Monday, July 13, according to the Mason County Road Commission. The bridge reopened around 5 p.m. Friday as part of an ongoing bridge rehabilitation and preventative maintenance project that began June 1. Road commission officials said construction work will resume July…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 33-year-old Ludington man accused of carjacking and vehicle theft following an incident at Stearns Park last summer underwent mental competency testing. Christopher John-Henry Lamb was found mentally competent by the Center for Forensic Psychiatry, said Mason County Prosecuting Attorney Beth Hand. Lamb is scheduled for a review conference Wednesday, June 24, in…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 31-year-old man currently incarcerated in prison for conspiracy to commit armed robbery and several other convictions added another conviction to his lengthy criminal record when he pleaded guilty to delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine Monday, June 15, in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court. Travis William Malone pleaded guilty to the charge and fourth-offense habitual…
Woods, Waves and Ways opens July 18 LUDINGTON — Marie Marfia, a Ludington-based soft pastel artist, will present Woods, Waves and Ways at Timeless Picture Framing and Gallery from July 18 through Aug. 14. From dramatic Lake Michigan sunsets to quiet river scenes and stately white pines, the exhibition reflects the natural bounty found in the queen of Michigan’s state…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 21-year-old Hart woman was treated for “non-life-threatening injuries” after the vehicle she was riding in attempted a left turn into a private drive when it was struck head-on Wednesday, June 17, shortly after 10 p.m. on US 10…
LUDINGTON — Community members are invited to help launch a new organization dedicated to supporting the Ludington Senior Center and advocating for the area’s growing senior population. The Ludington Senior Citizens Advisory Board will host kick-off meetings for the proposed Friends of the Ludington Senior Center on Thursday, June 25, at 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. at the Ludington Senior…
We are saddened to share the passing of Marilyn F. Pinkerton, who died peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at La Posada in Green Valley, Ariz., with her husband by her side. Marilyn was born in Hamtramck, to Clyde and Lillian Foster. Tragically, she lost her father in a car accident at a young age. Several years…
A celebration of life will be held for Robert “Bob” Thurow from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Thurow Farms, 819 W. Chauvez Road, Riverton Township (Scottville). Robert Thurow, 84, died on Thursday, March 19, 2026. All food will be provided. (Pig, salads, chips, etc) Bring your favorite beverage and chair to enjoy music, love and…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — The following Mason County Central Middle School students earned A/B Honor Roll recognition for the third trimester: Sixth Grade Avery Anes Milo Beemer Kamden Benson Carney Bocephus Bredernitz Isaac Briggs Garrison Cooper Lincoln Edmondson Colton Gates Damien Harris Lillian Honeycutt Evelyn…
A graveside service for Robert “Bob” Olsen, who passed away on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, will be held on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at noon at Maple Grove Cemetery in Free Soil Township. Read his obituary here. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2026 deaths. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing…
West Shore Community College seeks an individual who is passionate about teaching in a successful rural technical education program and has a desire to build strong relationships with students, industry partners, and colleagues. This full-time Welding Faculty position (with potential for continuing appointment and full professor rank) will begin August 2026. This is a 9-month position with summers off. The…
Mason County Central School District is currently accepting applications for a High School Competitive Cheer Coach. Cheer experience required. For details and to apply, go to www.mccschools.org. This is a paid posting. Published until July 4, 2026.
Mason County Central School District is accepting applications for a Junior Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach position. Previous volleyball playing and/or coaching experience preferred. For details and to apply go to www.mccschools.org. This is a paid posting. Published until July 4, 2026.
Masters of the PM Steamers This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union, the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Sable Points Media. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Few people have spent more time watching Lake Michigan carferries than Capt. Gregg Andersen. Long before he commanded the SS Badger, Andersen was a boy standing along the…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The sights, sounds and stories of the American Revolution will come to life at Historic White Pine Village Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20 as the Mason County Historical Society welcomes the Military History Academy for a Revolutionary War Soldiers Encampment. The two-day living history event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.…
PENTWATER — A summer tradition dating back nearly eight decades returns to the Pentwater Village Green on Thursday, June 25, when the Pentwater Civic Band opens its 79th season with a free community concert. The weekly concerts will be held every Thursday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. through August on the Village Green. Audience members are encouraged to bring a…
By Joan Young, MCP Contributor I’ve Been Workin’… er… Walkin’ on the Railroads Recently, my life has been overflowing with historic railroad opportunities. Not locally, but looming large was a quick trip to Indiana to see Big Boy, the largest steam locomotive ever built, on its historic cross-country tour. I had previously seen the second-largest steam locomotive, a Yellowstone, in…
VICTORY TOWNSHIP — A section of Victory Drive will be closed to all traffic beginning Monday, June 22, while the Mason County Road Commission replaces a failed culvert. The closure will affect Victory Drive between Stiles and Amber roads in Victory Township, according to a road commission announcement issued Thursday. Road commission officials said the work is expected to take…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is activity of the Ludington Police Department Wednesday, June 17, 2026: 7:41 a.m., a 29-year-old Ludington man was arrested on two warrants, 700 block of East Foster Street, City of Ludington. He was lodged in the Mason County Jail. 9:14 p.m.,…
SCOTTVILLE — Members of the Mason County Central Class of 1981 are invited to attend their class reunion on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, at noon at the main pavilion in Scottville Riverside Park. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to pass and their own beverage. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP by emailing Scottvilleclassof1981@gmail.com. Please Support Local…
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