MCC: Vote yes on Tuesday for our community’s kids Editorial by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief On Tuesday, May 2, voters in the Mason County Central School District will go to the polls to decide if the district voters are willing to invest in better school building security, better traffic safety, and facility upgrades that bring the school up to modern educational…
Scottville school district was built by those who wanted a better future By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — In 1877 the concerned citizens of Sweetland (now known as Scottville) met on a woodpile at what is now the southwest corner of Main and State streets. The group included Harry Melsom, C.W. Jones, J.C. Mustard, James Sweetland, John Winters, Andrew Neil,…
Spencer back on Scottville commission By Rob Alway Editor’s Note: Rob Alway is editor-in-chief and owner of Mason County Press. He also serves as a commissioner-at-large for the city of Scottville. This posting reports on the events of the Scottville City Commission meeting on Dec. 27, 2022 but also includes the author’s opinions. It’s been awhile since I’ve written…
A new chapter for Ludington’s school children begins today. Editorial by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Earlier today, my friend Brad Reed posted photos that he took this morning of the three current Ludington Area Schools Elementary buildings: Foster, Franklin and Lakeview. Today is the last day of school for each of those buildings, as students will begin classes in the new…
Scottville to consider repealing recreational marijuana ban. By Rob Alway Editor’s note: Rob Alway is a Scottville city commissioner and editor-in-chief/owner of Mason County Press. This article serves as an op-ed, including some opinion as an elected official. The Scottville City Commission is considering repealing its current ordinance that prohibits the sale of recreational marijuana in the city. This is…
