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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Feb. 17, 2023

February 17, 2023

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Feb. 17, 2023 Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following recent death information…

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Ludington man sentenced 25-70 years for killing infant son

February 16, 2023

Ludington man sentenced 25-70 years for killing infant son By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — A Ludington man has been sentenced in 51st Circuit Court Wednesday to serve 25 to 70 years in prison for killing his 2-month-old son.  Craig David Overla, 37, was initially arraigned in August 2021 on four felony charges, including homicide — open murder, homicide, felony…

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Obituary: Frank Tuka, 89, of Grant Township

February 16, 2023

Obituary: Frank Tuka, 89, of Grant Township Frank Joseph Tuka, 89 of Grant Township, passed away on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital in Ludington. Frank was born on February 23, 1933 in Chicago, the son of the late Frank and Sylvia (Janata) Tuka.  He served our country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from…

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Recent sentencings, dismissals, posted Feb. 16, 2023

February 16, 2023

Recent sentencings, dismissals, posted Feb. 16, 2023 LUDINGTON — The following criminal cases were recently disposed at the Mason County Courthouse.  51st Circuit Court  Felonies – Matthew Jason Case, 49. Offense date, March 25, 2022. Arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s Office. Count 1: Controlled substance — possession of methamphetamine/ecstasy; plea: guilty. Sentenced on Feb. 14, 2023. Count 1: one year…

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Closings and cancellations, Friday, Feb. 17, 2023

February 16, 2023

Closings and cancellations, Friday, Feb. 17, 2023 The following closings and cancellations have been reported for Friday, Feb. 17. This post may be updated. If you have a closing or cancellation to report, email editor@mediagroup31.com. Schools: Baldwin Community Schools Casman Academy, Manistee Covenant Christian School, Ludington Gateway to Success Academy, Scottville Hart Public Schools Ludington Area Catholic Schools Mason County…

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