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Ludington man arrested on drug charges, Branch woman arrested for resisting police The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON —Ludington police officers arrested two suspects while attempting to make a warrant arrest at a residence in the 600 block of Danaher Street Thursday, Feb. 15, shortly before 2:30 p.m.,…
Tennessee man arraigned after attempt to enroll as MCC student SCOTTVILLE —A 21-year-old Fort Campbell, Tennessee man was arraigned Thursday, Feb. 15, in 79th District Court on four counts related to his attempt to enroll himself as a student at Mason County Central High School after meeting an MCC student online. Kevin Gerald Flick has been charged with child sexually…
Tennessee man, 21, arrested on child sex charge after attempting to enroll as MCC student ‘He had allegedly met an MCC student online in an effort to engage in a relationship with that student.’ SCOTTVILLE —A 21-year-old Fort Campbell, Tennessee man was arrested on multiple charges Tuesday, Feb. 13, after attempting to enroll as a Mason County Central student, said…
Police report several crashes, slide-offs on snowy roads The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. MASON COUNTY — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office has reported several vehicle crashes and slide-offs on snowy roads. A 67-year-old Ludington man was injured following a rear-end crash Wednesday, Feb. 14, shortly before 8 p.m.…
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United Way fundraising campaign falling short of goal LUDINGTON — United Way of Mason County is currently short of its 2023/2024 fundraising campaign goal. “So far, we expect our 2023 fundraiser to be falling short of our campaign goal,” said Alex Richert, campaign co-chair. “I encourage everyone in our community to consider giving to the campaign. 98% of every donation will…
Obituary: Raymond Warner, 91, of Pentwater Raymond LeRoy Warner, 91, of Pentwater, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024. Ray was born on December 12, 1932, the son of the late Samuel and Bertha (Schumaker) Warner. On May 27, 1978, he married Janet (Bier) Warner. They shared 45 years of marriage together. Ray was employed by Jackson Vibrators/Pandrol Jackson, working…
Employment Opportunity: Cook, Shelby Public Schools This is a paid posting. Posted Feb. 15 to March 1, 2024
Phillip John Karnicki, 60, of Branch, died on Thursday, February 15, 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
Recent births, posted Feb. 15, 2024 The following birth has been reported: Remi Rossi Sanders, the daughter of Melissa and Bryce Sanders of Ludington, was born on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy…
CTE students teach fellow students CPR West Shore School News is presented by West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Students enrolled in the West Shore Educational Service District’s Career & Technical Education Criminal Justice class recently certified their peers, enrolled in the CTE Construction Class, in CPR. Watch…
Winter weather advisory issued for Thursday morning The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a winter weather advisory for several counties, including Mason County, from 4-11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 15. Total snow accumulations of 3-6 inches are expected. “The snow will be heavy at times with rates possibly reaching an inch per hour,” states NWS. “It will be…
The Mason County Quiz, Feb. 14, 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? This is the first installment of what we are planning to be the weekly Mason County Quiz. Click here for the answers. What…
LPD sees increase in arrests in 2023, but less calls By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Ludington Police Department saw a reduction in calls for service in 2023 compared to 2022. Police officers responded to 6,770 calls in 2023 and 7,052 in 2022. However, the number of responses is an increase compared to 6,740 in 2021. On Monday, Feb. 12,…
Filer Credit Union offering $25,000 in scholarships FILER TOWNSHIP (Manistee County) – Filer Credit Union is offering $25,000 in scholarships to area youth pursuing higher education. “Through our mission of developing financial wellness through community relationships and education, one of the best investments we can make is in our youth,” said Kyle Gurzynki, CEO of Filer Credit Union. “They are…
Book walk, lantern walk this Saturday at state park HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — “Star in the Jar” is the featured book for this Saturday’s lantern lit book walk at Ludington State from 6 to 8 p.m. The lantern lit book walk is a cooperative venture between Ludington State Park, Friends of Ludington State Park, the Great Start Collaborative of the West…
Recent births, posted Feb. 14, 2024 The following birth has been reported: McKinley Rae Clark, the daughter of Ashley and Mason Clark of Manistee, was born on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy reading…
Legal Notice: Matter of Satterfield and Black Publication of Parental Rights Termination Hearing State of Michigan Judicial Circuit Family Division, Mason County. Case No. 23-024-NA. To Kaelin Black, In the matter of Harper Satterfield and Sirius Black. For the purposes of a trial, failure to appear at this hearing is a denial of interest in the minor(s), waiver of the…
Ellen “Ellie” Marie Westcott, 89, of Ludington, died on Monday, February 12, 2024. A memorial service will take place on Monday, March 11, 2024, at United Methodist Church of Ludington, 5810 W. Bryant Road, Pere Marquette Township, at 11 a.m. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. at the church. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023…
Employment Opportunity: Building Principal, Onekama Consolidated Schools This is a paid posting. Posted Feb. 14 to March 21, 2024
Obituary: Michael Wolfe, 58, of Manistee Michael Stanley “Mikey” Wolfe, 58, of Manistee walked on to the spirit world Friday, February 9, 2024. Michael was born on November 16, 1965 in Ludington, the son of Emil J. and Jacquelyn E. (Kelsey) Wolfe. He graduated from Brazoswood High School in Clute, Texas with the class of 1986. Michael was an elder of…
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