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The following Easter events scheduled for Oceana and Mason counties have been reported to Oceana County Press and Mason County Press. If your organization is holding an event, please email: allison@mediagroup31.com. Begin the subject line with “Easter Event.” Mason County: Saturday, April 19, 2025: 10:30 a.m. to noon, Easter Egg Hunt/Party, St. Johns Lutheran Church, Ludington. 11 a.m. to 12:30…
Debra Anne Gajeski, 72, of Scottville, formerly of Kalamazoo, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Debbie was born on December 30, 1952, the daughter of the late Frank A. McLain and Eleanor M. (DeHaven) McLain. She was a 1971 graduate of Delton High School. On July 18, 1975, she married Joseph Patrick Gajeski. She was a member of St.…
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Submitted by Duane Tyndall, Area 24 Special Olympics SHEPARD — Area 24 Special Olympics basketball recently attended the State District Tournament earlier this month in Shepard. The three area teams Be Brave, Chaos and Tornados all competed in respective divisions each playing two games. The Be Brave team competed in Division 7 winning its first game in a tight match…
If your organization is hosting an Easter egg hunt or other Easter event, please send us details, so the information can be published in a list on Mason County Press. If your organization is holding an Easter event, please email: allison@mediagroup31.com. Begin the subject line with “Easter Event.”
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — A 54-year-old Ludington man was cited for seventh-offense driving while license revoked following a traffic stop Monday, March 17, around 9:45 a.m. at the intersection of Madison and First streets, according to Ludington Police Chief Chris Jones. The following is other…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — The following Mason County Central Middle School students earned their place on the A/B Honor Roll for the second trimester of the 2024-2025 school year: Sixth Grade Avoca Alway Adelynn Barnhart Gavin Bell Kaleb Burns Tanner Charles Easton Coon Kade Dotson Brody…
Terry Lynn (Burelson) Cooley, 67, of Ludington, formerly of Pickney, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025. Born in Wyandotte, on September 10, 1957, Terry was a cherished member of the community and a graduate of Lincoln High School, class of 1975. Furthering her education at Washtenaw Community College, Terry achieved her degree as a registered nurse, a testament to…
Reno Frederick Cooper went to be with his son, Layne Eliot Scott VanVleet, in Heaven on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Reno was a beloved father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He was born June 26, 1993, to Frederick and Debra (McIntyre) Cooper, in Ludington. Reno had a variety of interests and hobbies, ranging from a love of fan fiction, westerns,…
SCOTTVILLE — Over 3,800 people attended the 33rd Family AfFAIR Saturday, March 15, held at Mason County Central High School. According to Angela Taylor, one of the event’s coordinators, the event drew people from seven counties. Every year hundreds of people from area businesses and community agencies provide a whole day of fun for local families. The 60-plus groups and…
FRUITLAND TOWNSHIP, Muskegon County – The historic White River Light Station and Museum is turning 150 years old, and Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association is celebrating in grand style Saturday, June 21. All are welcome for a full day of festivities, including entertainment, a special ceremony and state tribute, food, drinks, a silent auction and raffle, lighthouse tower climbs, and…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 52-year-old-Ludington man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies for meth possession and second-offense driving while license suspended following a traffic stop on US 10-31 near Dennis Road, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The man was lodged in…
Marcia Marie Prince, 62, of Fountain, died on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. 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 __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Richard Paul Brown, 35; assaulting/resisting/obstructing police; arrested July 11, 2024 by Scottville Police Department; arraigned March 11; preliminary hearing: March 26; bail: $5,000 cash. -Sirianna May Thurmond, 23; possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine/ecstasy); arrested March 10 by Ludington Police Department;…
Lynda Ann Wrenn, 59, of Scottville, died on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. 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 __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news…
Marlene Kay Cory, 86, of Ludington, died on Monday, March 17, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 22 at noon at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, with visitation beginning at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of…
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. Laney Cathleen Bringedahl, the daughter of Presley Dans and Blake Bringedahl of Hart, was born on Friday, March 14, 2025. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births …
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Terry Lynn Cooley, 67, of Ludington, died on Friday, March 14, 2025. Her funeral service will be held on Friday, March 21, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. at SonRise Assembly of God Church in Howell. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing…
Debra Anne (McLain) Gajeski, 72, of Custer Township, died on Saturday, March 15, 2025. A Mass from the Order of Christian Funerals will be held on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 1 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Custer, with Rev. Dan DePew presiding. Visitation begins at noon at the church. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington,…
LUDINGTON — Over its 70-plus years of service, the SS Badger has been a vessel of making special memories for thousands of people that span multiple generations. For one Hart family the Badger not only provided an important service during a time of hardship, it has become an integral part of their lives. “My 21-year-old daughter, Sarah Ursiny, had been…
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