Obituary: Ben Weavers, 60, of Custer. 

February 13, 2022

Obituary: Ben Weavers, 60, of Custer.  Ben G. Weavers, 60, of Custer passed away Friday, February 11, 2022. He was born July 18, 1961 in Grand Haven to Don and Dolores (Bush) Weavers.  Ben worked with his dad and brother for many years in construction and then at the bar his dad operated. He loved the outdoors. In his younger…

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West Shore CTE criminal justice students promote bicycle safety.

February 12, 2022

West Shore CTE criminal justice students promote bicycle safety. West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  By Kim Beardslee, correspondent.  VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The Criminal Justice Program, “CJP” offered through the West Shore Educational Service District (WSESD) is working towards creating a positive impact…

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Scottville asking for input on truck routes.

February 12, 2022

Scottville asking for input on truck routes. By Rob Alway Rob Alway is editor-in-chief and owner of Mason County Press. He is also an elected city commissioner/mayor pro-tem of the City of Scottville. He writes this column as a way to communicate with constituents as a commissioner. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Buildings and Grounds Committee will host a public forum…

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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Feb. 12, 2022.

February 12, 2022

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Feb. 12, 2022. The following recent death information has been reported to MCP: Carol Purple, 79, of Custer, died on Friday, February 11, 2022. A funeral will be held Friday, February 18, 2022 at 11 a.m. at Crossroads Church. Visitation will start at 10 a.m. Arrangements have been entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of…

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Video: MCC Girls Varsity Basketball

February 11, 2022

Video: MCC Girls Varsity Basketball Full Court Press is a sports and recreation webcast presented by Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Orthopedics.  SCOTTVILLE — Today, on MCP’s Full Court Press, Toni Swinehart speaks with Mason County Central Girls Basketball Head Coach Mike Weinert, along with the team’s senior players, Adria Quigley, Jaden Petersen, Alivia Steiger, and Abbey Lyon.  Please consider helping…

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Library asking for public’s input. 

February 11, 2022

Library asking for public’s input.  Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454.  The Mason County District Library is asking the…

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Lake Jump date set. 

February 11, 2022

Lake Jump date set.  Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located on the top right of our website.  LUDINGTON — The Ludington Lake Jump Board will return to…

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79th District Court news, posted Feb. 11, 2022.

February 11, 2022

79th District Court news, posted Feb. 11, 2022. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454.  By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer.…

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Man injured in workplace fight.

February 11, 2022

Man injured in workplace fight. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Auto Owners Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231- 845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 44-year-old Ludington man received a cut on his head after reportedly being assaulted by a fellow employee, a 48-year-old Ludington man, Thursday, Feb. 10, shortly before 2:30 p.m. at…

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Obituary: Daniel “Danny” Lundberg, 56, of Pentwater

February 11, 2022

Obituary: Daniel “Danny” Lundberg, 56, of Pentwater Daniel “Danny” Darris Lundberg, 56, of Pentwater, went Home on Wednesday, February 9, 2022.  He was born October 31, 1965, in Ludington, the son of Donald and Donna (Vance) Lundberg. Danny was known for his love of wearing shorts, tank tops and mardi gras beads to match.  He had a precious heart and…

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Obituary: Lisa Johnson, 65, of Ludington.

February 11, 2022

Obituary: Lisa Johnson, 65, of Ludington. Lisa Hagerman Johnson, born February 3, 1957, passed away from respiratory failure on February 9, 2022, at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids with family by her side. Lisa was a severe asthmatic from early childhood, yet still managed to have a full and satisfying life. She attended schools in both Ludington and Scottville. She…

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Closings, cancellations, Feb. 11, 2022.

February 11, 2022

Closings, cancellations, Feb. 11, 2022. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. Covenant Christian School, Ludington Gateway to Success Academy…

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Manistee woman injured in rollover crash.

February 10, 2022

Manistee woman injured in rollover crash. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Auto Owners Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231- 845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP —A 20-year-old Manistee woman received non-life-threatening injuries after the vehicle she was driving left the road, struck a tree, and rolled over Wednesday, Feb. 9, shortly before 8 p.m. on…

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Obituary: Richard Dennis, 98, of Ludington.

February 10, 2022

Obituary: Richard Dennis, 98, of Ludington.  Richard Ross “Dick” Dennis died peacefully at home Friday, February 4, 2022, at the age of 98. He was born January 20, 1924, at his home farm in Victory Township, Ludington, Michigan, the son of Charles G. Dennis II, farmer, and Blanche B. Brown, homemaker.   His parents were from Victory Township and after they…

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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Feb. 10, 2022.

February 10, 2022

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Feb. 10, 2022. The following recent death information has been reported to MCP: Shirley Louise Littiebrant Mahynski, 91, of Scottville, formerly of Hart, died on Saturday, February 5, 2022. Roger Frank Warmuskerken, 74, died on Sunday, February 6, 2022. Arrangements by Beacon Funeral & Cremation. Lisa Hagerman Johnson, 65, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, February…

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Deputies busy with crashes.

February 9, 2022

Deputies busy with crashes. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Auto Owners Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231- 845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. The following is recent activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office:  Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022:  2:31 a.m., car/tree crash, Hawley Road near Federal Forest Road 6348, Logan Township. The driver sustained minor injuries but declined…

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Recent births, posted Feb. 9, 2022

February 9, 2022

Recent births, posted Feb. 9, 2022 Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals. Three ways to help us: Venmo: @MasonCountyPress; Paypal: MasonCountyPress@gmail.com; Mail a check to PO BOX 21, Scottville, MI 49454. The following births have been reported: Natalynn…

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Police news, Feb. 8, 2022.

February 8, 2022

Police news, Feb. 8, 2022. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Auto Owners Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231- 845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. The following is police activity in Mason County Monday, Feb. 7, 2022: 6:40 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), vehicle slide-off, no damage, Gordon Road and US 10, Amber Township. The driver lost control on…

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