LUDINGTON — The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 76 will hold its annual Fall Craft and Vendor Market on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is open to the public and will be held at the American Legion Post #76, 318 N. James Street. Food will be available to purchase at the Show. There is no…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – George Osdell Teague, 39; assault with a dangerous weapon/felonious assault and domestic violence; arrested Oct. 7 by Ludington Police Department; arraigned Oct. 10; preliminary hearing: Oct. 29; bail: $50,000 cash. – Jesus Maria Chavez, 34; two counts of assaulting a…
Public Notice: Mason County Rural Fire Authority: Fountain, Branch, Sherman, Sheridan Rep. The Mason County Rural Fire Authority has an opening for the above position, beginning Jan. 1, 2026. This is a three-year term. Applicants must reside within the Village of Fountain or townships of Branch, Sherman or Sheridan. Interested persons must submit a letter of interest that outlines why…
Public Notice: Mason County Rural Fire Authority: Scottville/Amber Rep. The Mason County Rural Fire Authority has an opening for the above position, beginning Jan. 1, 2026. This is a three-year term. Applicants must reside within the City of Scottville or Township of Amber to apply. Interested persons must submit a letter of interest that outlines why he/she wants to serve…
David Robert Sultz, 68, of Scottville, died on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. No services are planned. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Please Support Local…
This Great Lakes Boat Blog is a presentation of Filer Credit Union, with offices in Manistee, Ludington and Bear Lake, www.filercu.com and the Mason County Historical Society’s Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, ludingtonmaritimemuseum.org, located at 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief STURGEON BAY, Wis. — Late in the evening on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025, the articulated tug/barge Undaunted/Pere Marquette…
GUILFORD, Conn. — Domestic U.S. Great Lakes cruises are now available. In response to guest demand, American Cruise Lines is proud to announce the debut of three Great Lakes itineraries for the 2026 cruise season. These brand-new cruises, sailing May through August 2026, will be operated aboard MV American Patriot, the newest small cruise ship in the country. “Guests have…
The Michigan Association of County Clerks has submitted the following resolution to be published as a letter to the editor. 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…
LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Richard Paul Brown, 35, pleaded guilty Aug. 19 to assaulting/resisting/obstructing police and fourth-offense habitual offender and was sentenced Oct. 14 to 20 months to 15 years in prison with credit for 191 days served in jail and $198 in fines and costs. – Stephen James…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025: 1:37 a.m., a 20-year-old Ludington man was arrested for domestic assault following a 911 call reporting an assault, 5700 block of West Meisenheimer Road, Summit Township. He was lodged in the…
The birth announcements are a presentation of West Shore Bank, providing service to Mason, Oceana, Manistee, Muskegon, Benzie, and Grand Traverse counties; www.westshorebank.com. Tobias Jrue Roller, the son of Kalisha and David Roller of Ludington, was born on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Avianna Renee Roberts, the daughter of Rebecca Carrier and Quincy Robert of Manistee was born on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.…
Judy Louise Amador, 65, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025, in Houston, Texas. She was born on August 2, 1960, in Ludington to her late father Arturo Amador and surviving mother JoAnne Amador Borden. Judy graduated from Holly High School in 1978. She was known for her excellent sense of humor and enjoyed a variety of hobbies, including watching…
Gary David Green, 68, of Pentwater, died on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths.…
Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union with offices in Manistee, Ludington, East Lake, and Bear Lake and the Mason County Historical Society, which operates the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, Historic White Pine Village and the Rose Hawley Archives in downtown Ludington. Part 3: S.S. Wisconsin By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief The last four months of 1929…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Several Mason County Central teams and clubs are joining together this year to consolidate their fundraising efforts. Forming the Mason County Central Club Cohort are band, eSports, quiz bowl, chess team, drama department, board game club “One of the goals of…
LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank recently took advantage of the Columbus Day federal holiday to bring all employees together for a full day of learning, collaboration, and giving back to the community under the theme “One Team, One Mission: Learn, Connect, Impact.” The day featured a training session titled “Winning Together: The Formula for HighPerforming Teams” led by guest speaker…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SCOTTVILLE — A warrant is being sought for a 33-year-old Scottville woman “after she reportedly stole a bottle of liquor after she had previously been trespassed from the property” at the Wesco store on North Main Street Monday, Oct. 13, at 12:40 a.m.,…
Patricia “Patsy” P. Buckley, 93, of Branch, a beloved mother, grandmother, and respected community member, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025. Patsy was born in Illinois in 1932, the daughter of Peter and Angeline and was their only child. She attended a catholic school where her early years were marked by a long daily walk, often covering the distance back…
Employment: Utilities Maintenance Technician I West Shore Community College seeks an outstanding individual to assist in the Facilities Maintenance area wherever required, including performing general repairs in maintaining building components and mechanical systems, custodial duties, mail pickup and delivery, assisting in loading and unloading and delivery of packages. The Utility Maintenance Technician I reports directly to the Director of Facilities and Recreational Services and shall maintain a positive customer service orientation. Must have a High School Diploma or GED.…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — A lawsuit filed against the City of Ludington on behalf of Dr. Andrew Riemer’s real estate company, ASR Real Estate, LLC, was filed today in 51st Circuit Court. The case is in response to the city’s stop order of AndyS Restaurant, 129 W. Ludington Ave. at the intersection of Ludington and Rath avenues. In…
Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union with offices in Manistee, Ludington, East Lake, and Bear Lake and the Mason County Historical Society, which operates the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, Historic White Pine Village and the Rose Hawley Archives in downtown Ludington. Part 2: S.S. Milwaukee By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief The last four months of 1929…
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