Lakeshore Animal Friends to hold fundraising spaghetti dinner

March 31, 2024

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Lakeshore Animal Friends will hold a fundraising spaghetti dinner on Sunday, April 21 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Hamlin Township Hall, 3755 N. Jebavy Dr. The event will also include a ticket raffle and silent auction. Cost is $12 per person paid at the door or $10 per plate for pre-orders; $6 for children ages 10…

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Recent death: Daniel Hinds, 68, formerly of Ludington

March 31, 2024

Daniel John Hinds, 68, formerly of Ludington, died on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. He was born June 17, 1955, the son of James and Barbara (Brown) Hinds. A full obituary will be posted soon. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 6, 2024, at St. Simon Catholic Church, 702 East Bryant Road, Ludington, with Father…

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Remains of WWII soldier from Scottville identified

March 30, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief On February 2, 2024, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) identified the remains of Corporal Frank Vincent Benak of Scottville, missing from World War II. Corporal Benak was the son of Vincent and Barbara Benak, immigrants from Yugoslavia who owned a dairy farm east of Scottville. He was born on May 17, 1918 and entered the…

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The Mason County Quiz, March 29, 2024

March 30, 2024

The Mason County Quiz is presented by Lake Michigan Senior Living, located on the bluffs of Lake Michigan in beautiful Summit Township. How much do you know about Mason County? By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Click here for the answers. 1. What is the official name of the highway that runs from Brye Road to the Scottville bypass? a. M-116 b.…

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79th District Court arraignments, posted March 29, 2024

March 29, 2024

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Emily Elizabeth Edgington, 20; possession of a controlled substance (narcotic/cocaine) and third-degree retail fraud; arrested Jan. 17 by Michigan State Police; arraigned March 27; preliminary exam: April 24; bail: $10,000/10 percent. -Tanya Renee Oleniczak, 48; uttering and publishing, using a computer…

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Recent death: Jan Marie (Howe) Jeffrey, 73, of Ludington

March 29, 2024

  Jan Marie (Howe) Jeffrey, 73, of Ludington, died on Friday, March 29, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive email alerts and recaps starting at $10 per month Thank you for reading Mason County…

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Recent death: Russell Bedker, 77, of Scottville

March 29, 2024

  Russell Carl Bedker, 77, of Scottville, died on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive email alerts and recaps starting at $10 per month Thank you for reading Mason County Press…

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Sheriff’s deputies now carrying anti-choking devices

March 28, 2024

LUDINGTON — Recently the Mason County Sheriff’s Office purchased adult and toddler anti-choking devices for every patrol car in its fleet. “This past Christmas my wife, an RN, had purchased an anti-choking device for our kids to have in their home,” said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole.  “This got me to wondering why we did not have any around the…

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Thief stealing scrap metal flees scene

March 27, 2024

RIVERTON TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a larceny that was reported Tuesday, March 26, around 3 p.m. in the 7000 block of S. Morton Road. “The complainant reported showing up at his property and encountering a subject loading scrap metal into a truck,” said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “The subject fled in the vehicle when…

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A single voice does not define Ludington

March 27, 2024

Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Mason County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to MCP’s Op/Ed policy. Dear Editor, I submit this as read by…

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Recent births, posted March 27, 2024

March 27, 2024

Luca John Viotta McManus, the son of Jorgelina Viotto-McManus and Trevor McManus of Custer, was born on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Help us to keep posting birth announcements. Support local journalism.  Receive email alerts and recaps starting at $10 per month We…

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Employment: Regional Mentor

March 27, 2024

Employment: Regional Mentor West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Regional Mentor. Bachelor’s Degree and 6 months experience required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org.  Send cover letter, resume and credentials to:  Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until…

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Employment: High School ELA Teacher

March 27, 2024

Employment: High School ELA Teacher Mason County Central Schools is looking to hire a high school English Language Arts Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. See details and apply online at www.mccschools.org. Job ID #583. Application deadline is April 17, 2024 at 4 p.m. This is a paid posting. Posted until April 17, 2024. 

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Employment: Children’s and Youth Ministries Director

March 27, 2024

Employment: Children’s and Youth Ministries Director Hart United Methodist Church Hart United Methodist Church seeks a Director for Children’s and Youth Ministries. Responsibilities include coordinating nursery attendant schedules, managing Sunday School classes for children, and leading the junior/senior high school youth group. Interest in developing positive relationships with children and youth is ideal. This part-time, paid position includes flexible hours…

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LHS coach/teacher tells his side of resignation

March 26, 2024

Letters to the editor are opinion editorials submitted by readers. Letters to the editor are a long tradition in American journalism. The views and opinions of the writer do not necessarily reflect those of Mason County Press, its staff or its parent company. For more information, please refer to MCP’s Op/Ed policy. Editor’s note: Last week, Evan Kroeze, the Ludington…

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Corewell Health opens new addiction clinics in Ludington and Fremont

March 26, 2024

LUDINGTON — The Corewell Health Dependent Drug Stewardship Program continues to address increases in overdose rates across the State of Michigan. There has been a concerning trend related to increases of drug overdose emergency department visits and EMS responses to drug overdoses in the Ludington and Fremont communities, states a press release from Corewell Health. While these increases are demonstrated…

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Recent death: Robert C. Campbell, DDS, 91, of Scottville

March 26, 2024

Robert C. Campbell, DDS, 91, of Scottville died on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Funeral arrangements are pending at at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy reading Mason…

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MCC bands to hold bottle and can drive

March 26, 2024

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press.  SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central band program will hold a bottle and can fundraiser on Saturday, April 6 from 10 a.m. to noon. Drop off will take place at the main entrance of the high school. Arrangements can also be made to have…

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