Employment: Baldwin Community Schools

May 3, 2024

Employment: Baldwin Community Schools Baldwin Community Schools has the following employment opportunities for the 2024-2025 school year: DIRECTOR OF STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES SECONDARY PARAPROFESSIONAL ELEMENTARY  PARAPROFESSIONAL PRESCHOOL PARAPROFESSIONAL ELEMENTARY TEACHER MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER SECONDARY MATH TEACHER SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER SECONDARY FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHER SECONDARY ENGLISH AND SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS Apply at www.baldwin.k12.mi.us EOE This is a paid…

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1898 triple murder/suicide among Mason County’s most brutal crimes

May 2, 2024

This article is presented by the Mason County Historical Society in partnership with Mason County Press.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — Ron Chappel is a fifth generation resident of Free Soil Township. He and his wife, Thelma, live right on Michigan Street, the main street, in the village of Free Soil. His family has made a mark…

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Petunia Parade seeks volunteers

May 2, 2024

Planting day is May 18 By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Ludington Petunia Parade is looking for volunteers to help with the planting and maintenance of the project’s 32,000 flowers that line Ludington Avenue, along with portions of Loomis and Ferry streets. Volunteers can help on planting day, Saturday, May 18, or anytime throughout the summer.  The Petunia Parade…

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79th District Court sentencings, posted May 2, 2024

May 2, 2024

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Thomas Dwight Fay, 35, pleaded no contest on May 1 to operating a vehicle while intoxicated and was sentenced to 93 days in jail and $250 in fines/costs. -Jasper Dale Gibson-Lovellette, 27, pleaded guilty on April 29 to possession of marijuana and…

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Receive daily briefings from MPC/OCP

May 2, 2024

Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are now offering daily email briefings and news alerts as a subscription service. Accessing MasonCountyPress.com and OceanaCountyPress.com is free. But, our email service offers the convenience  of a daily recap of the news in your email inbox, plus alerts for breaking news. Daily Briefing emails also include subscriber-exclusive features. The cost for the…

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Obituary: Wilbur Verner Nelson, 96, of Ludington

May 2, 2024

Wilbur Verner Nelson, 96, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Wilbur (Will) was born September 19, 1927, at the family home on North Victory Corner Road in Victory Township, the second child of Verner J. and Olga K.P. (Hansen) Nelson. Wilbur was baptized June 9, 1935 with his sister Elsie and later confirmed at the Trinity Lutheran Church…

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WSCC to hold commencement Saturday

May 2, 2024

WSCC News is presented by West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College will hold its commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 4 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the college’s Center Stage Theater. Over 150 students are eligible to receive degrees and certificates. Speakers for the event will be Scott…

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Lake Jump raises over $34,000 for LPD K-9

May 2, 2024

LUDINGTON — The 25th Ludington Lake Jump, held last Saturday, April 27, raised $34,116.62 for the Friends of Ludington Police K-9. The Lake Jump took place at Stearns Park where people took pledged donations in exchange for jumping into Lake Michigan. “The Lake Jump was a great event with great energy,” said Ludington Police Chief Chris Jones. “The funds raised…

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Police news, posted May 2, 2024

May 2, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following activity has been reported by Ludington Police Department: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 – 7:35 p.m.: A 33-year-old Ludington man was arrested in the 400 block of East Danaher Street on a failure to appear in court warrant from Manistee County. 8:42 p.m.:…

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Recent births, posted May 2, 2024

May 2, 2024

Leland Archie Jennings North, the son of Sarah Cook and Vern North of Scottville, was born on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Saige Ellie-Anne Ray, the daughter of Hannah Tinkham and Chase Ray of Ludington, was born on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Receive…

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Ludington library to hold adult craft night

May 2, 2024

LUDINGTON — The Mason County District Library Ludington branch, 217 E. Ludington Ave., will hold an adult craft night on Wednesday, May 8 from 5 to 6 p.m. Crafter and artist Marie Bennett will lead the program where participants will paint a mini canvas with a design or scene of their choice. All materials will be provided. No signup is…

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Legacy Wheelz of Ludington specializes in personal electric vehicles

May 1, 2024

Grand opening is Friday, May 3 By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Heather and Mike Charles recently turned their hobby into a business and brought the world of personal electric vehicles (PEVs) to Mason County. In mid-April, they opened Legacy Wheelz at 415 S. James St. On Friday, May 3, the store will hold a ribbon cutting and grand opening.…

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MCC to hold 3rd annual Community Agriculture Night

May 1, 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 Schools will host its third annual Community Agriculture Night on Wednesday, May 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the MCC Upper Elementary. The event is open to the public…

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Police news, posted May 1, 2024

May 1, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following activity has been reported by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office. Monday, April 29, 2024 – 3 p.m.: Two vehicle crash resulting in minor injuries, US 10 and Jebavy Drive, Pere Marquette Township. Tuesday, April 30, 2024 – 9:41 a.m.: Larceny, U-Win Motor…

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Volunteers sought for downtown Ludington visitors center

May 1, 2024

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is currently seeking enthusiastic volunteers to staff the downtown Ludington Visitors Center, a pivotal resource for tourists seeking information on the attractions and travel resources in Mason County. “This is such an important role to play in our community, as our volunteers are some of the first faces visitors see and…

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Recent death: Wilbur Verner Nelson, 98, of Ludington

May 1, 2024

  Wilbur Verner Nelson, 98, of Ludington, died on Wednesday May 1, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive email alerts and recaps starting at $10 per month Thank you for reading Mason County Press…

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Recent death: Danny K. Manning, 77, of Ludington

May 1, 2024

  Danny K. Manning, 77, of Ludington, died on Monday April 29, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive email alerts and recaps starting at $10 per month Thank you for reading Mason County Press…

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Hamlin Township to hold Clean-Up Day, Tire Recycling Day

May 1, 2024

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Hamlin Township will hold its annual Clean-Up Day on Saturday, June 15 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Hamlin Township Transfer Site, 6565 W. Dewey Road. Township residents must secure a voucher during business hours from Hamlin Township Offices, 3775 N. Jebavy Dr. Hall hours 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The township will also…

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