SCOTTVILLE — The Mason-Lake Conservation District’s Native Plant Sale is now open for orders. The annual sale offers a variety of Michigan grown native flowers, grasses, and garden kits that help support pollinators, birds, and healthy soil. Plants are available in several formats, including individual quarts, single species flats of 38 (available for nearly all species), and pre-designed garden kits.…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Families and curious young minds are invited to experience 4-H Acres of Adventure, an engaging four-day special interest (SPIN) blub at the Western Michigan Fair from August 5-8. Hosted by Michigan State University Extension, the free-to-join 4-H program offers daily themed activities with all materials provided—making it easy for kids to dig into learning, creativity, and…
The 1876 killing of Luther Foster is Mason County, Michigan’s oldest unsolved murder. Download our latest Great Lakes History Log podcast here. This Great Lakes History Log is presented by Filer Credit Union with locations in Manistee, East Lake, Bear Lake, and Ludington and the Mason County Historical Society, which operates Historical White Pine Village, the Port of Ludington Maritime…
CUSTER — Mason County Eastern Preschool will hold a Sweet Summer Celebration on Monday, July 28 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the MCE Elementary playground. The event is open to currently enrolled preschool families, giving them an opportunity to connect with teachers and friends before the new school year begins. Families interested in enrolling their child in MCE’s free…
Employment: High School Principal, Hart Public Schools Hart Public Schools is currently seeking to hire a High School Principal. Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Education or Administration. At least five years of teaching experience at the secondary level. Cultivate and grow a positive school climate with staff and students Collaborate and engage staff in the School Improvement Process Collaborate…
Debbie Fouts, 72, of Scottville, passed away suddenly at home on Jul 21, 2025. Debbie was born on June 10, 1953 in Charlotte, to Mable Norris. She grew up in the Lansing area as an only child and was doted on by all who met her. Debbie met her future husband, Barry Fouts, while in junior high school. Though life…
Employment: Customer Service, SS Badger Lake Michigan Carferry has immediate openings in Customer Service. Work to ensure customers’ safety and enjoyment. Tasks include, but are not limited to taking customer orders, register work, and maintaining cleanliness in the passenger areas. Must enjoy customer interaction and have the ability to multi-task. You can work three days in this position and earn…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MUSKEGON — On Monday I had the opportunity to tour the MV Pearl Mist while it was docked at Heritage Landing along Muskegon Lake. My tour guide was the ship’s master, Capt. Richard Joseph Tagupa. This was the Pearl Mist’s second visit to Muskegon this season. It was the first cruise ship to visit the port…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief ATLANTA, Georgia — Ludington native Christopher Rozell was recently named the inaugural executive director of the Institute of Neuroscience, Neurotechnology, and Society (INNS) at Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Rozell is the son of Judy Weiers and the late John Rozell. He graduated from Ludington High School in 1994 and attended the University of Michigan…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — On Tuesday, Aug. 5, voters in the cities of Ludington and Scottville will be asked to renew a public transportation millage of up to 1.975 mill. If approved, the five year millage will raise about $480,000 each year for Ludington Mass Transit Authority. The millage covers 20 percent of LMTA’s budget. The authority provides…
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, July 21, 2025: 6:03 a.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 24-year-old Ludington man was cited for illegal camping, Waterfront Park, City of Ludington. 5:35 p.m., (LPD), an 86-year-old Ludington man was cited for driving while…
A celebration of life for Ruth Ann Donald will be held on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, beginning at noon, at Ruth and Jerry’s home, 8194 N. Reid Rd., Meade Township. Ruth passed away on May 24, 2025 at the age of 79. Please bring photos, memories and a lawn chair to sit in the shade and reminisce with Jerry. Memorial contributions may…
The birth announcements are a presentation of West Shore Bank, providing service to Mason, Oceana, Manistee, Muskegon, Benzie, and Grand Traverse counties; www.westshorebank.com. Elyjah Lee Oom, the son of Jodyn and Jeffery Oom of Scottville, was born on Monday, July 21, 2025. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births __________________________________…
The City of Ludington is accepting applications for a Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent. This position requires a State of Michigan Class B Certification License or the ability to obtain one. Residency requirement within 20 miles of the city boundaries within six months of the hire date. The starting salary is between $70,000 and $80,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Applications…
Richard Lee Biers, 76, of Free Soil, died on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. 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…
Lavern “Vern” Welch, 72, of Fountain, died on Monday, July 21, 2025. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. 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…
Debora Ann Fouts, 72, of Scottville died on Monday, July 21, 2025. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. 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…
The Ludington Senior Center is accepting applications for a Senior Advocate / Front Desk Attendant. The starting wage is $17 per hour plus benefits. The applicant must live within 20 miles of the nearest city boundary within six months of hire date. This role involves answering phone calls, managing records, assisting with fundraising efforts, and promoting awareness of opportunities available to…
Now he needs his community’s help By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief GRANT TOWNSHIP — Ron Melchert Jr. and the Grant Township Fire Department are symbiotic. Chief Melchert has served the department since it began in 1977. Technically, he didn’t join until 1978, when he turned 18 and graduated from Mason County Central High School. However, he helped his father, Ron Melchert…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief EDEN TOWNSHIP — Members of the Western Michigan Old Engine Club gathered late Monday morning to cut grain in — the old fashioned way, of course — in preparation for the 51st Western Michigan Old Engine & Tractor Show. The pre-show tradition always takes place a week or two prior to the show. The grain is…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 56-year-old Newaygo County man died from an apparent “single self-inflected gunshot” inside a bathroom at the Wesco Eastgate store at 5685 W. US 10 Sunday evening, July 20, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Mason County deputies were dispatched to the convenience store 5685 W. US 10 at 7:40 p.m. “regarding an individual who…
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