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Thief stealing scrap metal flees scene

March 27, 2024

RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a larceny that was reported Tuesday, March 26, around 3 p.m. in the 7000 block of S. Morton Road. “The complainant reported showing up at his property and encountering a subject loading scrap metal into a truck,” said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “The subject fled in the vehicle when…

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A single voice does not define Ludington

March 27, 2024

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…

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Recent births, posted March 27, 2024

March 27, 2024

Luca John Viotta McManus, the son of Jorgelina Viotto-McManus and Trevor McManus of Custer, was born on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Help us to keep posting birth…

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Employment: Regional Mentor

March 27, 2024

Employment: Regional Mentor West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Regional Mentor. Bachelor’s Degree and 6 months experience required. To view a complete job posting, please…

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Employment: High School ELA Teacher

March 27, 2024

Employment: High School ELA Teacher Mason County Central Schools is looking to hire a high school English Language Arts Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. See details and apply online…

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Employment: Children’s and Youth Ministries Director

March 27, 2024

Employment: Children’s and Youth Ministries Director Hart United Methodist Church Hart United Methodist Church seeks a Director for Children’s and Youth Ministries. Responsibilities include coordinating nursery attendant schedules, managing Sunday…

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LHS coach/teacher tells his side of resignation

March 26, 2024

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…

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Corewell Health opens new addiction clinics in Ludington and Fremont

March 26, 2024

LUDINGTON — The Corewell Health Dependent Drug Stewardship Program continues to address increases in overdose rates across the State of Michigan. There has been a concerning trend related to increases…

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Recent death: Robert C. Campbell, DDS, 91, of Scottville

March 26, 2024

Robert C. Campbell, DDS, 91, of Scottville died on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Funeral arrangements are pending at at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2023 deaths.…

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MCC bands to hold bottle and can drive

March 26, 2024

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press.  SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central band program will hold a bottle and can…

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Reader disagrees with school’s handling of teacher investigation

March 26, 2024

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…

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Beth Hand announces candidacy for Mason County prosecutor

March 25, 2024

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — Mason County Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Beth Hand has announced her candidacy for the Republican nomination for Mason County prosecutor. Hand is among…

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Obituary: Anna Hasenbank, 90, of Free Soil

March 25, 2024

Anna Marilyn Hasenbank, 90, of Free Soil, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at her home.  Anna was born on June 27, 1933 on the family homestead in Grant Township,…

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51st Circuit Court sentencings, posted March 25, 2024

March 25, 2024

LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Fremont Kerricks, 40, pleaded guilty Jan. 16 to methamphetamine possession and was sentenced March 19 to…

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WSCC recognizes staff members of the semester

March 25, 2024

WSCC News is presented by West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Two West Shore Community College employees were recently presented with the Staff…

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Intruders break into old schoolhouse

March 25, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SUMMIT TOWNSHIP —An intruder or intruders broke into an old schoolhouse located in…

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Consider chiropractic adjustments for your children

March 25, 2024

By Dr. Weston Squires Squires Chiropractic, Scottville Whether you are new to parenthood or have an entire house full of kids it is important to make sure they have all…

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Obituary: John Richard Wagner, 85, of Ludington

March 25, 2024

John Richard Wagner, 85, passed away peacefully with loving family alongside at his home in Ludington on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. John was born in Pontiac on April 3, 1938,…

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