Business

Being active and involved is a lifestyle for Smith & Eddy president.

November 5, 2015
Being active and involved is a lifestyle for Smith & Eddy president.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Being active is something Scott Smith incorporates into all parts of his life. As president of Smith & Eddy Insurance, based in Scottville, Scott leads by example and is involved in multiple community organizations. At home, he has a regimented exercise routine and makes sure his presence in his children’s lives is on top of his…

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Safe Harbor Credit Union offers Alzheimer’s awareness training to members.

October 20, 2015
Safe Harbor Credit Union offers Alzheimer’s awareness training to members.

Mason County Press is brought to you free 24 hours a day, seven days a week thanks to the generosity of advertisers. Safe Harbor Credit Union of Ludington is one of those great advertisers. LUDINGTON — November is Alzheimer’s Awareness month and Safe Harbor Credit Union is being proactive about it. “We are not only training ourselves, but we are…

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Local photographer purchases A.M. Galleries.

September 24, 2015
Local photographer purchases A.M. Galleries.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A.M. Galleries and its predecessor, The Artists Market, have been institutions here for over 40 years. Andrew and Michelle Thomas purchased the business over 10 years ago, moved its location and put more emphasis on the fine art component, while also continuing framing services. Today, Andrew announced the sale of the business to Jason…

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The Q Smokehouse: southern style food on South James Street.

September 7, 2015
The Q Smokehouse: southern style food on South James Street.

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — David Diephouse is a believer in buying local. He is hoping residents of Mason County feel the same way when he opens his new restaurant, The Q Smokehouse, later this month. The restaurant is located in a brand new building at 225 S. James Street, the northeast corner of James and Filer streets, and…

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Cottage Works helps prepare cottagers for winter.

September 4, 2015
Cottage Works helps prepare cottagers for winter.

Today, we feature one of our great advertisers, Cottage Works of Amber Township.  AMBER TOWNSHIP — Although summer doesn’t officially end until September 22, the summer tourist season comes to an end this weekend. Despite that, there should still be plenty of nice weather to enjoy the lakes during the “shoulder” season. Dann and Julie VanDyke, owners of Cottage Works…

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