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WSCC program to discuss LGBTQ topics WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. LUDINGTON — West Shore Community College’s Humankind series is pleased to host an author-led discussion of the book “Private Love, Public School: Gay Teacher Under Fire” by Christine Yared, on Monday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. at the…
Teen sentenced to jail for hitting male friend in the face with construction stapler By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — An 18-year-old woman was sentenced to 90 days in jail in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Feb. 13, for a felony conviction of assault with a dangerous weapon for hitting her male friend in the face with a…
Vehicular homicide case moves forward in circuit court Argument led to man allegedly running wife over with car By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The criminal case against a 59-year-old Grand Rapids man accused of running over his wife with a car and killing her moves forward in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court. Mark Lazon Casterman appeared in court…
VIDEO: Sheriff’s office seeks assistance in Jebavy Dr. break-ins LUDINGTON — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest who may have been involved in a series of break-ins that occurred Saturday morning along Jebavy Drive in Pere Marquette Township. See story below. Deputies investigate string of break-ins to Jebavy Drive…
Marquette Rail seeking $16.4 million grant to repair tracks, yard By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Marquette Rail, LLC is seeking a $16.4 million grant from the Federal Railroad Administration to assist paying for $25.2 million in improvements to its main track and Ludington yard. Marquette Rail (also known as MQT) operates 162 miles of railroad from Grand Rapids to…
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Q&A with VA scheduled in Ludington, Hart Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will be in Ludington and Hart for three question and answer sessions. Times and locations are as follows: Thursday, Feb. 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ludington Area Senior Center, 308 S. Rowe St., Ludington Thursday, Feb. 15, 4 to 7 p.m., American Legion Post…
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Obituary: Donald Vandling, 58, of Ludington In the quiet repose of Grand Rapids’ winter embrace, Donald Joseph Vandling, at the age of 58, left the earthly stage on Friday, February 10, 2024. Born under a winter sky in Hart, on December 26, 1965, Donny, as he was affectionately known, was a troubadour of the everyday, a man whose life was…
Recent births, posted Feb. 13, 2024 The following birth has been reported: Levi-Elijah Kenneth Rivera-Allison, the son of Elisabeth Rivera-Simonds and Brayden Allison of Ludington, was born on Monday, February 12, 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…
Employment Opportunity: Mechanic U-Win Motorsports seeks an experienced full time mechanic specializing in motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs and marine units. Wages will be based on experience. Work week is Monday through Friday. U-Win Motorsports, located at 2284 W. US 10, Ludington, is a family owned business. Submit resumes to dan@uwinmotorsports.com or deliver it in person to our store. Call 231-757-8946 with questions.…
Michael S. Wolfe, 58, of Manistee, died on Saturday, February 10, 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
Scottville PD news, posted Feb. 12, 2024 SCOTTVILLE — The following is a list of recent activity of the Scottville Police Department: Monday, Jan. 22, 2024: Larceny, 400 block of West Third Avenue. Juvenile assist, 200 block of West Broadway Avenue. Wellbeing check, 300 block of Scott Street. Larceny, 400 block of West Third Street. Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024: Motorist…
Dodge Charger reported stolen PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 2006 red Dodge Charger was reported stolen Saturday, Feb. 10, around 2 a.m. in the 100 block of South Pere Marquette Highway, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The car has a Michigan license plate number of 5PTU97. Other recent police activity in Mason County includes: Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024: 11:20…
Deputies investigate string of break-ins to Jebavy Drive businesses The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Nine businesses located in the 300 block of North Jebavy Drive were broken into or an attempted break-in was made over the weekend, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “On…
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Employment Opportunity: School Psychologist Intern West Shore Educational Service District has position vacancies for School Psychologist Interns with a current and valid School Psychologist limited license certificate from the Michigan Department of Education required or the ability to obtain certification in Michigan upon the completion of their graduate school psychologist program. For a complete list of requirements and responsibilities visit…
Obituary: Marlene Monton, 87, of Ludington Marlene J. Monton, 87, of Ludington, formerly of The Villages of Florida, and Pentwater, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Oakview Medical Care Facility in Ludington. Marlene was the eldest of five children born to John and Nellie Jorissen. She married the love of her life Charles Monton, enjoying 59 years of…
Employment Opportunity: WSCC Vice President of Administrative Services West Shore Community College seeks an individual to provide project leadership to, and on behalf of the President. In addition to this, The Vice President of Administrative Services is responsible for cross-functional collaboration in providing strategic leadership for administrative services, and collaborates with college leadership on short- and long-term institutional planning. The ideal candidate will bring senior…
Rommie MacDonald, 65, of Scottville, died on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Corewell Health Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths
Donald Joseph Vandling, 58, of Ludington, died Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Corewell Health Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Friday, February 16, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Custer with Father Dan DePew presiding. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 15, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Beacon Cremation…
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