Fisherman’s body recovered from PM River By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief BRANCH TOWNSHIP — First responders recovered the body of a 70-year-old Livonia man from the Pere Marquette River Friday afternoon following an extensive search. Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole said the Lake County Sheriff’s Office contacted Mason/Oceana 911 at 5:38 a.m. Friday about a missing person complaint. Cole said the…
Schools using statewide initiative to train new, local teachers West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. Story and photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief A new statewide initiative is giving 900 aspiring teachers an opportunity to earn certification with no debt. Talent Together was launched…
Obituary: Sharon Lea Altschwager, 82, of Ludington It is with great sadness to announce the passing of my beloved mother, Sharon Lea Altschwager, on November 14, 2023, who is now in Heaven with so many of her loved ones that have gone on before her. Sharon was the only daughter of Marion and Carmen Stewart. She was born on July…
Notice to Bidders: Mason County Road Commission Pickup Truck for Sale The Mason County Road Commission is offering for sale: (1) 2021 Chevrolet 2500HD Custom Crew Cab pickup. Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the Mason County Road Commission, 510 East State St. Scottville, Mi 49454 until 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Feb 20, 2024, for the following item.…
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