Employment Opportunity: Head Start Assistant/Bus Driver
MCC, MCE bands join forces for fall marching season Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Eastern High School and Mason County Central High School have formed a cooperative marching band for the upcoming football and marching band competition season. Jointly, the band…
West Shore Bank Rhythm & Dunes raises $16,000 for local band programs LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank’s 11th annual Rhythm & Dunes community concerts, held earlier this summer, raised $16,000 for music programs at Mason County Central Schools, Mason County Eastern Schools and Ludington Area Schools. Over the past 11 years, the summer concert series has raised $116,750 for the…
Police news, posted Aug. 17, 2023 The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023: 12:10 p.m., larceny, 4600 block of West US 10, Amber Township. The complainant reported the theft of two deep fryers from behind a business. 8:35 p.m., two car/deer crashes, no injury, Jebavy Drive north of Bertha Lane, Pere Marquette Township.…
Carlson named CEO of FloraCraft LUDINGTON — Steve Carlson has been named chief executive officer of FloraCraft, in addition to his title of president. Carlson replaces Eric Erwin who retired last week. In January Carlson, who had previously served as chief operating officer, was named president of the company. Carlson has been with FloraCraft for 20 years and leads all…
Police news, posted Aug. 16, 2023 The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023: 10:30 a.m., car/goose crash, no injury, US 31 freeway south of the Chauvez Road overpass, Pere Marquette Township. 11:38 a.m., two-vehicle crash, no injury, US 31 south of Forest Trail, Free Soil Township. 8:49 p.m., one-vehicle crash, no injury, First…
Please support local news Please consider helping to support local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are brought to you for free thanks to the support of local businesses and individuals. We will not require a paywall, but kindly ask you to consider supporting us with a contribution of your choosing. As the only locally-owned news service in…
WSCC to host welcome back event WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College will be hosting a welcome event to kick off the 2023 fall semester. The event will take place Thursday, August 24, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the main campus, with…
Employment Opportunity: High School Office Assistant Mason County Central Public Schools is hiring a High School Office Assistant for the 2023-2024 school year. For details and to apply, visit: www.mccschools.org. Job #565 Deadline to apply is Aug. 1, 2023 at 4 p.m. EOE This is a paid posted. Posted Aug. 16, to Aug. 30, 2023.
Police news, posted Aug. 15, 2023 The following is police activity in Mason County Monday, Aug. 14, 2023: 11:52 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), fraud, 5700 block of West Barton Road, Pere Marquette Township. The complainant reported there was an unauthorized charge on a bank card. 2:07 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 67-year-old Ludington man was arrested for domestic assault…
State agencies prevent road commission from removing roadkill SCOTTVILLE — If you start to notice the smell of dead animals while driving, you can thank the State of Michigan. The Mason County Road Commission, like several other county road commissions, has changed its roadkill pickup procedures due to new state regulations. According to Mary Samuels, manager of the road commission,…
WSCC professor’s essay is published WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — An essay written by West Shore Community College Professor Matt Sanderson was recently published. The essay was titled “Philosophy of Mysticism: Do Mystical Experiences Justify Religious Beliefs?” The website that published the essay is called 1000-Word…
The Hamlin Report, August 2023 By Nancy VanderVest, Hamlin Township Supervisor Zoning and Planning Ten land use permits were issued in July. The township board approved the purchase of a new computer/printer for the Zoning Administrator. The Planning Commission’s next meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 11, 2023 at 6 p.m. The Township Board approved several zoning amendments to Ordinance…
Bryant Road closure to begin Tuesday PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Bryant Road, between Monona and Kenowa drives, will be closed beginning Tuesday, Aug. 15 through Friday, Aug. 18, due to road construction. Traffic west of Monona Drive will be detoured to Washington Avenue, Tinkham Avenue/Johnson Road, and Jebavy Drive. Traffic east of Kenowa Drive will be detoured to Jebavy Drive,…
Co-worker assault results in broken jaw PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The victim of an assault by a co-worker received a broken jaw Friday, Aug. 11, shortly after 2 p.m. in the 5700 block of West Brookwood Place, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The following is other police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, Aug. 11, 2023: 6:50 a.m.,…
79th District Court arraignments, posted Aug. 13, 2023 By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -David Matthew Jabrocki, 80; assault with intent to commit murder, attempted murder, felony firearms, and carrying a concealed weapon; arrested Aug. 3 by Mason County Sheriff’s Office; arraigned Aug. 4; probable cause hearing:…
Please support local news Please consider helping to support local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are brought to you for free thanks to the support of local businesses and individuals. We will not require a paywall, but kindly ask you to consider supporting us with a contribution of your choosing. As the only locally-owned news service in…
Obituary: Kenneth Stewart, 60, of Ludington Kenneth “Kenny” Stewart, of Ludington, passed away on Monday August 7, 2023. Kenny was born October 11, 1962, the son of Raymond Stewart and Ann Shirey, in Ludington. Kenny loved hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed boating as well as camping. He was always looking for a good time, whether it was at the…
PHOTO FEATURE: Western Michigan Fair, Friday and Saturday Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE — Here’s a final look at the 2023 Western Michigan Fair from events on Friday and Saturday. These photographs are copyrighted © 2023, all rights reserved by Media Group 31, LLC, PO Box 21, Scottville, MI 49454. No portion of this story or images may…
Norm Letsinger: A man like Jesus wanted us to be By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Over the past week I have had the honor to assist my friends with preparing for the celebration of their father’s life. It’s been a privilege to write Norm Letsinger’s obituary and also create a slide presentation for his celebration of life. Norm died on August…
Request for Bids: Excess Premium Topsoil The Mason County Road Commission is accepting bids for excess premium topsoil with a minimum bid requirement of 200 yards with larger quantities available. The premium topsoil is located at its Custer Village property on US 10 and its Amber Township pit on Quarterline Road. Arrangements can be made for loading at an…
.png)
