By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief A request to renew a millage to support senior citizen services in Mason County passed 4,609 to 1,823, nearly 60% during the Tuesday, Aug. 6 primary election. The millage rate, not to exceed .2979 mill, will generate about $739,783 annually for six years. A mill is calculated as $0.2979 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation on…
Carol (Larson) Kistler, 71, of Pentwater, passed away on August 5, 2024. She was surrounded by her loving family. Carol was born February 1, 1953, in Ludington, to Wilton and Muriel Larson. On July 28, 1973, Carol married the love of her life, Mike Kistler, in Pentwater. Carol worked at the Oceana Medical Care Facility in Hart, for 34 years. …
Tuesday, Aug. 6 is the Michigan primary election. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. During Tuesday’s election, partisan candidates will be selected to be their party’s nominee for the Nov. 5 General Election. Additionally, in some non-partisan races, if there are more than two candidates, the voters will narrow their choices to two finalists for the…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The 85th Western Michigan Fair kicked off today with two youth animal shows, sheep and goats. Harness racing was postponed due to wet track conditions. Here are some photos of the two events. The midway opens Tuesday at 3 p.m. To view the complete fair schedule and for more information about…
By Brooke Hammond, MCP Intern PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The 85th Western Michigan Fair begins today with nightly grandstand events taking place every night beginning Tuesday and ending Saturday, Aug. 10 with the Mid-Season Championship Demolition Derby by TNT. Amber Township resident Justin Coolman grew up around local demolition derbies and will be one of the many locals participating in…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Johnathon Sturtevant, 21; aggravated child sexually abusive activity; arrested July 7 by Ludington Police Department; arraigned July 31; preliminary hearing: Aug. 21; bail: $50,000 cash. -Reenya Bilal-Clinton Burrell, 32; assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer; arrested July 20 by Ludington Police Department; arraigned…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Kenneth Roth Duke, 34, pleaded guilty to domestic violence on July 26 and was sentenced to two days in jail, no drugs/alcohol, subject to random PBTs and drug tests, and $425 in fines/costs. A charge of fourth-degree child abuse was dismissed as…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 49-year-old Manistee man was arrested by deputies from the Mason County Sheriff’s Office on four outstanding warrants following a wellbeing check Friday, Aug. 2, shortly after 10:30 p.m. in the 9600 block of North US 31, according to Mason…
GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 65-year-old Manistee man was arrested for indecent exposure after several campers reported seeing him walking around naked and drinking beer at the group camping area at the Lake Michigan Recreation Area campground on Lake Michigan Drive Friday, Aug. 2, around 5:30 p.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. He was lodged in the Mason County Jail. The…
Lillian “Lil” Mary Bourgette, 80, of Scottville, passed away Wednesday July 31, 2024. Lillian was born in Cicero, Ill., on September 7, 1943, the daughter of Robert and Lillian (Petrich) Dickow. She graduated from Manistee High School in 1961. On September 30, 1961, Lillian married the love of her life, Walter Bourgette, and even made her own wedding dress. Her…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — U Dig It Community Garden and A Few Friends for the Environment of the World (AFFEW) will host a Harvest Tour on Saturday, August 10 from 10 a.m. to noon to celebrate another successful year of gardening excellence. U Dig It Community Garden is located at United Methodist Church of Ludington, 5810 E. Bryant Rd. Tours…
Employment: Guest Teacher/Instructional Assistant Mason County Central Schools is seeking a Middle School/High School Guest Teacher/Middle School Instructional Assistant. This position is for a staff member who will be asked to cover any staff shortages in the Middle School or High School. When not needed to cover a teacher’s classroom, the person will be asked to offer paraprofessional assistance and…
Employment: Bus Driver West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a full-time Bus Driver. Must meet school bus driver state certification requirements. To view a complete job posting, visit our website at www.wsesd.org Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 West US 10, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org…
Gailla M. Walker, 84, of Ludington, died on Sunday, August 4, 2024. Funeral arrangements are pending by 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 __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a…
Eileen R. Jobusch, 72, of Fountain, died on Saturday, August 3, 2024. Funeral arrangements are pending by 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 __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a…
Douglas D. Alexander, 62, of Branch, died on Saturday, August 3, 2024. Funeral arrangements are pending by 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 __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a…
Video by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The SS Badger sets sail into the sunset on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024. __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to continue to provide you with free local news. The easiest way…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The second and final West Shore Bank Rhythm & Dunes community concert occurred Saturday evening, Aug. 3, at Waterfront Park. The free event featured Mega 80s, a Detroit-based group that performed cover songs from the 80s. The concert series has raised thousands of dollars for school music programs in Mason County. _________________ Please…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The 50th annual Western Michigan Old Engine & Tractor Show at the Scottville Riverside Park is underway. The final day is Saturday, Aug. 3 with the show beginning at 9 a.m. and ending at 6 p.m. Saturday’s events will include kids’ day activities from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — including a pedal…
By Brooke Hammond, MCP Intern The 85th Western Michigan Fair kicks off Monday, Aug. 5 and will run through Saturday, Aug. 10 at the Mason County Fairgrounds. The midway opens Tuesday, Aug. 6. Youth animal displays and competitions are a fair tradition. Among those kids participating are Arie Zwagerman, 7, his sister, Hattie Zwagerman, 4, from Sheridan Township; and Henry…
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