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Closings and cancellations, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025

February 16, 2025

The following are closings and cancellations for Monday, Feb. 17, 2025. Please check the list for updates. Schools Covenant Christian School, Ludington Hart Public Schools Ludington Area Catholic School (virtual learning day) Ludington Area School District Mason County Eastern Schools Oceana Christian School in Hart Shelby Public Schools West Shore Educational School District including Developmental Center and CTE Note: Mason…

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Winter weather advisory remains in effect until 1 p.m. Monday

February 16, 2025

A winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service remains in effect until 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 17. Expect additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches and winds gusting as high as 35 mph. Sub zero wind chills are also expected by Monday morning.…

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Local student to participate in state FFA convention leadership contest

February 14, 2025

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. Story by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore FFA Chapter member Katie Karboske will represent her chapter at the FFA…

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Task force recommends WSCC pool renovations

February 14, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — A citizens’ committee established by West Shore Community College to study recreation facilities and opportunities in the area is recommending that WSCC renovate…

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Winter weather advisory begins late Friday night

February 14, 2025

MASON COUNTY — Another round of wintry weather is expected to hit west Michigan beginning late Friday night, Feb. 14. Mason County, along with portions of central, south central, southwest,…

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Police news, published Feb. 14, 2025

February 14, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025: 6:36…

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Obituary: Lynn Tooman, 70, of Ludington

February 14, 2025

Lynn Tooman, 70 years old, of Ludington, traveled to the spiritual world, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 with the support of family and friends after one year facing the challenges of…

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Obituary: Robert Hamilton Jensen, 78, of Ludington

February 14, 2025

Robert Hamilton Jensen, 78, of Ludington, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Bob was born on September 21, 1946, the son of the late Arthur and Esther (Creamer) Jensen.…

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Recent death: Diana Lynn Harris, 68, of Ludington

February 14, 2025

Diana Lynn Harris, 68, of Ludington, died on Thursday, February 13, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran…

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Recent death: Leawana “Kay” Youman-Kennedy, 66, of Ludington

February 14, 2025

Leawana “Kay” Youman-Kennedy, 66, of Ludington, died on Friday, February 14, 2025. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing…

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Recent death: Harlan Pleiness, 98, of Custer

February 14, 2025

Harlan Pleiness, 98, of Custer, died on Friday, February 14, 2025. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing…

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WSCC to hold virtual presentation on social connection and health

February 13, 2025

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP – West Shore Community College invites the public to Social Connection & Health: Exploring…

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51st Circuit Court sentences, published Feb. 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Jeremiah Eathan Ritchey, 47, pleaded guilty Dec. 10 to larceny $1,000-$20,000…

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79th District Court arraignments, published Feb. 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Misdemeanors -Danella Marie Conkle, 48; second-degree retail fraud; arrested May 11, 2023…

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79th District Court sentencings, published Feb. 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Lucas Edward Castonia, 38, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle while intoxicated…

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Police news, published Feb. 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025:…

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UMC of Ludington to host old-fashioned hymn sing

February 13, 2025

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The United Methodist Church of Ludington, 5810 E. Bryant Road, will host an old-fashioned hymn sing on Sunday, February 23, at 5 p.m. in the church…

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Recent death: Charlotte Ann Mazur, 77, of Ludington

February 13, 2025

Charlotte Ann Mazur, 77, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing…

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Recent death: Robert Hamilton Jensen, 78, of Ludington

February 13, 2025

Robert Hamilton Jensen, 78, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Oak Grove Funeral…

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Scottville should develop McPhail Field into housing

February 12, 2025

Editorial by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief I have a vision — or rather a hope — for my hometown of Scottville. I know that Scottville, like many small towns, will never…

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Fire rekindle damages local motel

February 12, 2025

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Firefighters twice responded to a fire at the Nova Motel, 472 S. Pere Marquette Hwy. Tuesday evening and early this morning. Initially, Pere Marquette Township Fire…

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