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By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Independence Day in Ludington means the Ludington Area Jaycees Freedom Festival which features, among other events, the Grand Parade and the fireworks show on the lakeshore. But, this year’s fireworks show, observing the 249th birthday of the United States, may be in jeopardy. The Freedom Festival is completely funded through donations. The JCI Ludington,…
LUDINGTON — The Scottville Clown Band will perform its 2025 Patriotic Concert at Waterfront Park on Tuesday, June 24 beginning at 7 p.m. Traditionally, the annual concert has been held at the Scottville Clown Band Shell in Scottville. However, that facility is undergoing renovations this summer. The Patriotic Concert is a unique performance by the Clown Band. Rather than mixing…
LUDINGTON — A team of assessors from the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission will arrive Tuesday, May 20, to examine all aspects of the Ludington Police Department policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services, said Ludington Police Chief Christopher Jones. “Verification by the team that the Ludington Police Department meets the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission’s ‘best practice’ standards…
LUDINGTON — A 64-year-old Ludington man was cited Monday, May 12, shortly before 8 a.m. by Ludington police after his dog bit another person in the 300 block of North Ferry Street, said Ludington Police Chief Christopher Jones. “The subject’s dog had bitten a person who had passed on the sidewalk,” said Chief Jones. The man was also cited for…
Frederick John Manning, 82, of Pentwater, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. He was born March 6, 1943, in Detroit, the son of Robert and Loreane (Godfrey) Manning. Fred graduated from Clarkston High School in 1961 and completed a bachelor of science in education degree at Central Michigan University in 1966. In 1965, Fred…
Judy K. Miller, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her adoring family in the early hours of Sunday, May 11, 2025. Born on Saturday, November 7, 1942 in southern Indiana, Judy spent her life filling the lives of those she met with warmth and love. Judy met and married…
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The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Friday, May 9, 2025: 1 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, Lakeshore Drive north of Jagger Road, Hamlin Township. 7:10 a.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 freeway north of…
Alfonso Padron, 87, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2025, in Scottville. Born on December 18, 1937, in Eagle Pass, Texas, he was a man of integrity, faithful husband and loving father. He was known for his caring, compassionate, and loyal nature. Alfonso brought joy to those around him with his warm smile and helping hand. He had a devout…
Mary Louise Meissner (née Canada), 99, of Village Manor in Ludington, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 10, 2025. Born on February 22, 1926, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Mary was the daughter of Edward and Helen Canada, and one of six children. Mary grew up in St. Louis, Mo., and attended St. Louis University…
Hilda (Hernandez) Jankowski, 76, of Ludington, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Hilda was born on November 10, 1948, daughter of Esequiel (Danny) Hernandez and Rafaela (Rae) (Villarreal) Hernandez. Hilda worked many different jobs throughout her life in the Mason County area. She was the wife of Daniel Jankowski for 52 years, loving Mother and Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Hilda…
Robert Mathew Kemmer, 67, of Ludington, died on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at home. He was born August 18, 1957, in Lansing. Robert is survived by: his sister, Esther Wooden; his brothers, John (Donna) Wooden and Darwin (Nancy) Wooden; and several nieces and nephews. Robert was preceded in death by: his mother, Maxine; his sister, Connie Kemmer; and his brother,…
MCP Boat Blog is a presentation of the Mason County Historical Society’s Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, ludingtonmaritimemuseum.org, located at 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. Documenting west Michigan’s commercial and recreational maritime industry. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Sunday, May 11, 2025 MANISTEE — The MV Manitowoc made its second visit to Manistee early Sunday morning, arriving at the pier heads…
Alfonso Padron, 87, of Scottville, died on Friday, May 9, 2025. A Mass from the Order of Christian Funerals will be held on Monday, May 19, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. Simon Catholic Church with Rev. Wayne B. Wheeler Jr. presiding. Visitation on Monday will begin at 10 a.m. Visitation will also be held on Sunday, May 18,…
This Maritime History Blog is a presentation of the Mason County Historical Society’s Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, ludingtonmaritimemuseum.org, located at 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief The first railroad to offer car ferry service across Lake Michigan was the Toledo Ann Arbor & North Michigan Railway, predecessor of the Ann Arbor Railroad, with the debut of…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central School District recently purchased eight rowing machines for its student athletics, with the majority of the equipment bought with donations. This idea started as a rehabilitation idea for athletes who weren’t able to run…
Ronald Allen Sorensen, 82, of Custer peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, in Ludington. Ron was born at home on September 20, 1942, the second of six children born to Anker and Bernice Sorensen. He attended St. Mary’s School in Riverton Township before transferring to Scottville High School. Ronald left high school during his junior year to enlist…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central School District held its fourth annual Community Agriculture Night Thursday at the Upper Elementary. Over 380 people attended the free event that featured multiple farming-related exhibits along with the Michigan Farm Bureau Farm Science Lab. _____________ Please Support…
Article submitted by Mason County senior centers LUDINGTON — Mason County’s four senior centers will share proceeds from Ludington Lake Jump 2025 which attracted more than $33,000 in donations and a large, enthusiastic crowd at Stearns Park on April 26. “The event exceeded our expectations, with a great crowd and total donations of $33,353,” said Free Soil Senior Center Director…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 37-year-old woman was sentenced to four to 30 years in prison for delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, May 6. Danielle Renae Perow pleaded “no contest” Feb. 25, 2025 to delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine. In a second criminal file, Perow pleaded “no contest” Dec. 17, 2024 to delivery/manufacture of…
LUDINGTON — The Roots Peony Farm won the grand prize of $15,000 in the Momentum Business Plan Competition Thursday evening. The prize was awarded after finalists presented their business pitches to a live audience and a panel of judges during the event at Ludington Area Center for the Arts. Business owner, Troy Venneman, was presented a check from the Pennies…
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