Recent births, posted March 7, 2024 The following births have been reported: Oaklynn Renee Gilbert, the daughter of Taylor and Joseph Gilbert of Scottville, was born on Saturday, March 2, 2024. Alexander Alan Schaner, the son of Sarah and Alex Schaner of Hart, was born on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024…
Notice to Bidders: City of Scottville Mowing, Leaf Removal The City of Scottville is requesting bids for the purpose of contracted mowing and leaf removal of Brookside Cemetery and mowing only at Riverside Park and Boat Launch, McPhail Field, and DPW grounds. Specifications for this contract are available at the Scottville City Hall, 105 North Main Street, Scottville, MI 49454,…
MCC forensics team sweeps first place in GR tourney Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central High School’s forensics team recently earned a large win. Last weekend the team won first place sweeps in the small school category in the Grand Rapids Christian High School competition.…
FloraCraft’s Richardson becomes certified florist LUDINGTON — Longtime FloraCraft team member Dondi Richardson has become a certified florist through the Great Lakes Floral Association. Endorsed by the National Alliance of Floral Associations and recognized nationally, GLFA’s certification program covers all aspects of professional floristry, and those who complete it are recognized as the “best of the best” in floral design. “We…
Custer man charged with larceny by conversion HART — A 41-year-old Custer man faces up to five years in prison for a felony charge of larceny by conversion $1,000-$20,000. Eric Charles Golembiewski, of 1444 N. Custer Rd., allegedly embezzled $15,000, said Oceana County Prosecutor Joseph Bizon. “The events that led to the charges occurred on or around Dec. 21, 2023,”…
Parolee accused of sexually assaulting 10-year-old girl at local hotel HART — A 40-year-old Holland man who is on parole is accused of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl at a local hotel. Christopher Matthew Kubacki of 83 Burke Ave., Holland, is charged with felonies of first-degree criminal sexual conduct (CSC), second-degree CSC and gross indecency between a male and female,…
Curling Club offering class on Sunday VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Ludington Area Curling Club will hold a Learn to Curl class on Sunday, March 10 from 5:15 to 7:30 p.m. at the West Shore Community Ice Arena, located on the campus of West Shore Community College. “We’re really just hoping to get more people to try it out and gain…
Police news, posted March 6, 2024 The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity: Monday, March 4, 2024: 11:06 a.m., two-vehicle crash, no injury, US 10 west of Benson Road, Branch Township. 8:45 p.m., one-vehicle crash, no injury, 5000 block of West…
Covenant Christian School to hold annual auction March 16 AMBER TOWNSHIP — Covenant Christian School will hold its annual fundraising auction on Saturday, March 16 at the school, 2980 W. US 10-31, beginning at 6 p.m. Admission to the event is free. The event will offer a combination of silent and live auctions as well as raffles. It is the…
Obituary: Keith Sheffield, 67, of Ludington Keith Dale Sheffield, 67, of Ludington, formerly of Bellevue, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024. He was born on June 15, 1956, in Battle Creek, the son of Rowan and Lucille (Lutz) Sheffield. Keith graduated from Bellevue High School in 1974. He went on to marry the love of his life, Andrea Sheffield,…
WSCC Humankind Series to screen film “CODA” WSCC News is presented by West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s Humankind series will host a viewing of the film “CODA” on Friday, March 15 at 7 p.m. at Center Stage Theater. This will be a free showing and everyone is welcome…
Video feature: Ludington sunset, March 5, 2024 Around the County is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union, www.preferredcu.org, located locally at 266 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington. Video by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — A relaxing song to end the evening with tonight’s sunset. ______ Support local news for $10 a month We hope you enjoy reading Mason County…
Ludington competing for honor of USA Today’s Best Historical Small Town LUDINGTON — Ludington has been nominated by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for the honor of “Best Historical Small Town.” Ludington is one of 20 U.S. towns selected by the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards panel for “Best Historic Small Town,” and the only town in Michigan. The Ludington…
Mother’s child abuse trial set for April, boyfriend takes a plea By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The criminal trial against a mother charged with child abuse is postponed until April, while her boyfriend accepted a plea deal. Kevin James Kaiser, 30, of Ludington, pleaded guilty to assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder in…
VIDEO: Scottville Elementary students react to transformed Reading Month hallways Spartan News is presented by Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. Video by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — March is traditionally celebrated as reading months at elementary schools. On Monday, Mason County Central’s Scottville Elementary students, grades kindergarten through two, were greeted by hallways transformed into…
Obituary: Susan June Smith, 84, of Ludington Susan June Smith (Sue), a resident of Ludington, formerly of Sault Ste Marie, Mich., passed away on March 3, 2024, at the age of 84. Although Sue’s departure was sudden and unexpected, she passed away in peace, surrounded by family and love. Born on October 26, 1939, to Russell and June Brady in…
Gary LeRoy Klemm, 74, of Ludington, died on Tuesday March 5, 2024. A memorial service with military honors will be held Thursday March 21, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Visitation will begin at noon. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of…
Obituary: Mary Ann Cogle, 84, of Ludington Mary Ann (Bradshaw) Cogle entered her forever home and into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 3, 2024, surrounded by her family. Mary Ann was born to H. Alvin and B. Lucile Bradshaw on February 23, 1940, in Ludington. She was born a farm girl and helped on the…
Employment Opportunity: School Psychologist West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a School Psychologist with a current and valid School Psychologist certificate from the Michigan Department of Education 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,…
Notice to Bidders: Lakeshore Drive Box Culvert This is a paid posting. Posted until March 25, 2024
Challenging economic climate results in Crown & Cork closing By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The owners of Crown & Cork Restaurant, 502 W. Loomis St., have decided to not open the restaurant for the 2024 season and to place it up for sale. “After a great deal of consideration and a lot of expert advice, I’ve made the difficult…
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