Recent death: Shari Elizabeth Nott, 59, of Ludington

October 20, 2024

Shari Elizabeth Nott, 59, of Ludington, formerly of West Long Beach, New Jersey, died on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at noon at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Visitation begins at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made out to the family. Arrangements by Oak…

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Recent death: David C. Hullinger, 76, of Ludington

October 20, 2024

David C. Hullinger, 76, of Ludington, died on Saturday, October 19, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 25, 2024, at United Methodist Church of Ludington, 5910 W. Bryant Rd., at 11 a.m. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. at the church. Military honors will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Ludington. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of…

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Video: Mason County General Election Candidates’ Forum, Oct. 17, 2024

October 19, 2024

VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Chamber Alliance of Mason County hosted a General Election candidates’ forum on Thursday, Oct. 17 at West Shore Community College. The forum included local municipal and board of education candidates along with candidates for both Michigan and U.S. houses of representatives. Candidates were asked questions by the local media chamber members, including Mason County Press, Ludington…

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Sign up for MCP/OCP’s Daily Briefings, enter to win Badger tickets

October 19, 2024

Customers who sign up for the MCP/OCP Daily Briefing will be entered into a drawing to receive free round-trip passage for two on the SS Badger in the 2025 sailing season. For $10 a month, the Daily Briefing is sent each weekday to your email inbox. It includes a recap of all the day’s stories from both Mason County Press…

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51st Circuit Court sentencings, published Oct. 18, 2024

October 18, 2024

LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Geni Brandy Martinez, 48, pleaded guilty Aug. 27 to receiving and concealing stolen property and was sentenced Oct. 15 to one year in jail with credit for 123 days served; three years probation; and $398 in fines and costs. – Alexa Marie Johnson, 29, pleaded…

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Meth manufacturer sent to prison

October 18, 2024

LUDINGTON — A 60-year-old man convicted of two counts of delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine and one count of conspiracy to deliver/manufacture methamphetamine was sentenced in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Thursday, Oct. 17, to three to 30 years in prison, according to court records. David Roger Jensen, 60, pleaded guilty to the charges, July 16. The charges stem from a Jan.…

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Ludington PD makes several arrests

October 18, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Ludington Police Department: Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024: 10:16 a.m., a 64-year-old Ludington man was arrested on a failure to appear warrant issued by the 79th District Court, 100 block of  West Melendy Street, City of Ludington.…

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Obituary: Duane Michael Smith, 89, of Ludington

October 18, 2024

Duane Michael Smith, 89, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 17, 2024. He was born on December 11, 1934 in Ludington, the son of the late George and Beatrice Smith.  Duane graduated from Ludington High School in 1952.  On June 12, 1954, he married the love of his life, Suzanne M. Smith of Ludington, and together they shared 68 years…

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Obituary: Arlene Hackert, 91, of Scottville

October 18, 2024

Arlene Hackert, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the age of 91 after a long battle with cancer. Arlene was born on March 10, 1933, in Chicago to Arthur and Julia Schmuldt. She moved to Ludington in 1949 and graduated from Ludington High School. She was preceded in death by her brother Eugene…

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Employment: GSRP Associate Teacher

October 18, 2024

Employment: GSRP Associate Teacher West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Associate Teacher. 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, Ludington, MI 49431 or via email to: humanresources@wsesd.org until filled.  The…

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Driver who died following Sugar Grove crash identified

October 17, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office has identified the driver who died in a single vehicle crash on Sugar Grove Road. Shari Nott, 59, died as a result of injuries sustained in a single vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Emergency personnel responded to the vehicle crash just after…

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Orchard Market maize maze

October 17, 2024

Photo by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — Orchard Market’s Fun of the Farm continues this weekend and next with a variety of fall activities including a large corn maze, pumpkin patch, wagon rides, apple cannons, fresh doughnuts and cider and more. The activities happen from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. There is a small admission…

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Fountain woman dies following Sugar Grove Road crash

October 17, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — A 59-year-old Fountain woman passed away as a result of injuries sustained in a single vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Emergency personnel responded to the vehicle crash just after 1 p.m.,  Wednesday, Oct. 16, in the 3000 block of East Sugar Grove Road. The woman was the…

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MCC Marching Band nearing end of season; program continues to grow

October 17, 2024

Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central School District in partnership with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Marching Band is nearing the end of its performance season, which has included several competitions. This is the second year that director Caleb Schultz has taken the band to competitions around the state. Its…

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79th District Court arraignments, published Oct. 17, 2024

October 17, 2024

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Joshua Morris Fondren, 23; two counts of delivery/manufacturing a controlled substance (methamphetamine); date of offense: July 1; arrested by Michigan State Police; arraigned: Oct. 16; preliminary hearing: Nov. 6; bail: $75,000 cash. -Nicolas Jon Kasdorf, 58; possession of a controlled substance…

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Police news, published Oct. 17, 2024

October 17, 2024

The following is police activity in Mason County Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024: 6:49 p.m.,  (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), a 45-year-old Fountain woman was arrested for domestic violence following a 911 call reporting an assault, 6400 block of East Marshall Road, Branch Township. She was lodged in the Mason County Jail. 7:28 pm, (Ludington Police Department), a 32-year-old Ludington woman was…

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US 31 lane closures Monday

October 17, 2024

US 31 between Fountain and Beyer roads will be reduced to one lane on Monday, Oct. 21 for paving, weather permitting. Lanes will be flag controlled, motorists should expect delays and seek alternative routes. The project is expected to only take one day. ______________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts…

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Fin & Feather Club offering last CPL class for 2024

October 17, 2024

SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin & Feather Club of Mason County will be offering its last concealed pistol license (CPL) class of 2024 on Friday, Nov. 8 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 9, all day, with live range shooting in the afternoon. The entire class will take place at the Fin & Feather Club’s grounds, 3276 N.…

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