Christopher Lloyd Barnes, 52, of Ludington, died Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Corewell Health Butterworth Campus. He was born September 18, 1973, in Muskegon, the son of Clarence and Diane (Wagner) Barnes. Chris worked for several years as a certified nursing assistant. In his spare time he was an avid fisherman. Chris also loved rescuing animals, especially cats. Chris is…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — A judge has lifted the city of Ludington’s stop-work order on the development of AndyS restaurant building, allowing construction to resume while the underlying lawsuit continues. In a March 16 opinion, Judge Eric R. Fox granted a preliminary injunction in favor of ASR Real Estate LLC, concluding the stop-work order issued by the city…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Recall petitions have been filed against two Hamlin Township officials, Treasurer Susan Ptaszenski and Trustee Johnaine Gurzynski. The petition language, written verbatim, against Ptaszenski states: “Susan Ptaszenski in April 30, 2022 thur March 31, 2025. She provided false + financial report to the board MCL 750.489.” The petition language, written verbatim, against Gurzynski…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central student success specialist and coach Tim Danielson is in the running for Reader’s Digest’s “America’s Favorite Teacher” contest. The annual competition will award one educator a grand prize that includes $25,000, a trip to Hawaii and a school…
SCOTTVILLE — The 34th annual Family AfFAIR was held last Saturday at Mason County Central High School. The free event drew more than 3,010 people, who visited 74 booths. This year’s theme was “Sharing S’More Kindness Builds Strong Families and Communities.” Activities included photo booths, arts and crafts, obstacle courses, bounce houses, balloon animals, carnival games, structure building, a free…
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