By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Long-time car ferry/shipping veteran Chuck Leonard has been put in charge of all Interlake Maritime Services in Ludington, which include Lake Michigan Carferry, operator of the SS Badger. Leonard, a Ludington native, is also general manager of Interlake Logistics Solutions, a division of Interlake Maritime Services, that operates the tug/barge Undaunted/Pere Marquette 41, formerly…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Ludington State Park was packed with visitors today as it re-opened since being close for repairs on Sept. 3, 2024. Just after 1 p.m. there was a steady line of vehicles waiting to enter the park with many parking lots full. The 83 degree air temperatures attracted many people to the Lake…
LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced Tuesday, June 17, in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Roger Ray Hambley, 64, pleaded guilty March 11 to methamphetamine/ecstasy possession and was sentenced June 17 to 13 months to 20 years in prison with credit for 266 days served in jail and $198 in fines and costs. – Rebecca Lee Reamer, 44, pleaded…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, June 24, 2025: 10:33 a.m., a 36-year-old Ludington man was cited for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop, Hesslund and Lenz roads, Pere Marquette Township. 1:40 p.m., alarm activation, Amber…
Photo by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The SS Badger departs Ludington Tuesday evening. The 72-year-old carferry began double sailings last week, leaving Ludington at 8:45 p.m. (EDT) and arriving in Manitowoc, Wis. at 11:45 p.m. (CDT). It departs Manitowoc at 1:30 a.m. (CDT) and arrives back in Ludington at 6:30 a.m. (EDT). It’s daytime sailings are 9 a.m. (EDT)…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — Firefighters from three departments spent several hours on the scene of a house fire in the 5300 block of North Griffin Road near Ford Lake Monday evening, attempting to stop a slow moving fire in a lakefront home. Fountain Area Fire Department was initially called to 5328 N. Griffin Rd. at 7:03 p.m.…
‘A search of the vehicle revealed two backpacks containing a large amount of drugs, including approximately 4 ounce of methamphetamine, over 7 grams of cocaine, fentanyl, buprenorphine, suspected psilocybin mushrooms, an assortment of prescription pills, a digital scale, packing material and two cell phones. The vehicle was a virtual drug store.’ By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A jury…
LUDINGTON — The City of Ludington is in the process of updating its Five Year Recreation Plan and is inviting the public to participate in a series of community input sessions throughout July and early August. The sessions are an opportunity for residents and park users to share their ideas, priorities, and feedback about recreational needs and opportunities in Ludington.…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County Monday, June 23, 2025: 8:45 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), two-vehicle crash, no injury, US 31 freeway south of the Ludington rest area, Summit Township. 12:50 p.m., (MCSO), car/deer crash, no injury, Fountain Road east…
LUDINGTON — Ludington Boy Scout Troop 1190 is raising funds to support its program. The troop has been in existence for over 100 years. Dick Boes, who joined Troop 1190 in 1967, has been scout master since 1993. The scouts are in need of assistance that will help support their activities, camping trips, merit badge programs, and leadership development. Funds raised…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Cub Scout Pack 4196 will hold a fundraising car wash on Saturday, June 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Safe Harbor Credit Union, 5511 W. US 10. Donations of any amount will be accepted. Money is raised to help scouts pay for summer camp, operational costs (outings, lesson materials, pack celebrations), and annual enrollment fees…
Loretta Rita Barber, 96, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. A Mass from the Order of Christian Funerals will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. Simon Catholic Church with Rev. Wayne B. Wheeler, Jr. presiding. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of…
SCOTTVILLE — Six local first responders were recognized by the State of Michigan Monday evening during the Scottville City Commission meeting. The six men, including two Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputies, a Michigan State Police Trooper, and three Scottville Fire Department firefighters, were presented proclamations from the Michigan State Legislature and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, presented by State Sen. Jon Bumstead,…
LUDINGTON — The Stearns Park summer beach bonfire series resumes this week. The popular bonfires are held the last Thursday of June, July and August, June 26, July 31, and Aug. 28. The bonfires will also include live music and sunsets over Lake Michigan. The series kicks off on Thursday, June 26. Live music will begin at 8 p.m., featuring…
Russell repeatedly engaged in sexual conduct with a 13-year-old girl who he lied to, telling her he was 18. By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 22-year-old Ludington man was sentenced to 6 ½ to 22 ½ years in prison Tuesday, June 17, for a conviction of third-degree criminal sexual conduct — force or coercion. Caleb Isiah Russell, pleaded…
LUDINGTON — A 26-year-old man was sentenced to nine to 40 years in prison in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, June 17, for a two-count conviction of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine. Nesean Reynal Walker pleaded guilty to the charges April 21. A third count of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine was dismissed. Walker received credit for 309 days served in jail. He…
Arlen Thomas McCloskey, 76, of Scottville went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Arlen was born April 24, 1949 in Hart the son of Orville and Margrete (Verschueren) McCloskey. Being raised on the 80 acre family property on Black Lake, summers were filled with swimming, fishing and lots of mischief. Fall and winters were…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — A 25-year-old Scottville man was arrested on charges of possession with intent to deliver cocaine and LSD possession following a 911 call Friday, June 20, shortly after 6:30 p.m. in the 2500 block of North US 31, said Mason County…
PENTWATER — The Pentwater Civic Band will kick off its 78th season on Thursday, June 26, 2025. The band will provide free concerts on the Pentwater Village Green from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Thursday through August. Attendees should bring a chair. Music will include marches, polkas and oldies. Local and visiting musicians of all skill levels are invited to…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The United Methodist Church Choir of Ludington with the West Shore Community College Choir in collaboration with area vocalists and musicians will present the 16th annual “Let Freedom Ring!” patriotic concerts Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 4 and 6 p.m. at the United Methodist Church of Ludington, 5810 Bryant Rd. As in years past, the event…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — The following Mason County Central Middle School earned the grades A and B during the third trimester of the 2024-2025 school year, earning a place on the Honor Roll. Sixth grade Avoca Alway Adelynn Barnhart Gavin Bell Kaleb Burns Tanner Charles…
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