Obituary: Thomas VanSickle, 67, of Scottville. Thomas M. VanSickle, 67, of Scottville passed away on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at his home. Tom was born on September 28, 1954 in Ludington, the son of Robert L. and Dorothy (Budzynski) VanSickle and graduated from Mason County Eastern High School with the class of 1973. He furthered his education at West Shore…
Scottville no longer selling compost bags, curbside pick-up to continue. SCOTTVILLE — The City of Scottville will no longer be selling compost bags to residents. However, weekly curbside compost pick-up will continue. City Manager Jimmy Newkirk said the decision was made to stop selling the bags because of the poor quality of the bags. As an alternative residents may purchase…
Public Notice: Representative for LMTA, City of Scottville. The Ludington Mass Transportation Board has an opening on the board for the Scottville Representative Position. You must reside within the City of Scottville to apply for this vacancy. Interested persons must submit a Letter of Interest for this position that outlines why you want to serve on the board and what…
Recent births, posted June 8, 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: Rhys…
Public Notice: City Commissioner, City of Scottville. The City of Scottville is seeking to fill the following vacancy: City Commissioner – At-Large. The City of Scottville is currently accepting letters of interest for the purpose of filling an At-Large City Commission seat. The successful candidate will be appointed to the City Commission until the next regular City election held in…
Locally-written book serves as spiritual guide for mothers with children in the military. Grown Locally is presented by House of Flavors Restaurant of Ludington and features locally owned businesses and locally produced products. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief When Sherry Motcheck found herself a mother of two young men who had chosen to join the military — her only two children…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted June 7, 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 recent death information…
Request for Proposal: General Contractors for Weatherization Services. FiveCAP, Inc. is seeking General Contractors to provide weatherization services in Mason, Manistee, Lake and Newaygo counties. This program is funded by State and Federal funds. Interested licensed contractors may contact the FiveCAP Inc. Weatherization Program for a “Request for Proposal” packet at 302 N. Main Street, Scottville or call (231) 757-3785.…
Motorcyclist injured following county line crash. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. GRANT TOWNSHIP — A 74-year-old Wisconsin man was injured Monday afternoon when the motorcycle he was riding crashed at the intersection of Quarterline and Countyline roads on the Mason-Manistee counties line. That area is currently part of the US 31 construction detour. According to Michigan State Police Trooper Matt Demny,…
Ludington mayor candidate profile: Mark Barnett By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Residents of the City of Ludington will vote for mayor during the Nov. 8, 2022 General Election. The Ludington mayor serves a four year term and is allowed to serve three consecutive terms. The term begins on Jan. 1. Ludington’s form of government is council-manager, meaning the city…
Ludington mayor candidate profile: Steve Miller By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Residents of the City of Ludington will vote for mayor during the Nov. 8, 2022 General Election. The Ludington mayor serves a four year term and is allowed to serve three consecutive terms. The term begins on Jan. 1. Ludington’s form of government is council-manager, meaning the city…
Educator Spotlight: WSCC’s Joe Grochowski. By Kate Krieger-Watkins, Staff Writer. Educator Spotlight is a presentation of is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville and Manistee, offering discounts for MEA members and school employees. VICTORY TOWNSHIP – Joe Grochowski barely graduated from high school and was certainly not planning to go to college afterwards. Twenty years…
Entries sought for 5×5 Momentum pitch. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Mason County nonprofit and for-profit businesses and organizations are invited to enter the 2022 5×5 Momentum pitch competition to win a $5,000 prize. A complete, written business plan is not required to submit an entrepreneurial idea. “This competition is a great way to showcase your business and get some seed…
District court arraignments, posted June 6, 2022. LUDINGTON — The following arraignments took place recently in Mason County’s District Court. Misdemeanors Sarah Marie Medema; domestic violence; arraigned on May 26, 2022. Stephen John Silvers; larceny of more than $200 and less than $1,000; arraigned on June 2, 2022. Kenneth Jackson Sellars; disorderly – drunk; arraigned on May 26, 2022. Zachary…
Obituary: Suzann Nankee, 81, of Branch. Suzann Jean Nankee, 81, of Branch, formerly of Traverse City, passed away June 1, 2022. She was born October 23, 1940 in Central Lake to Edwin and Freida (Wanke) Seaman. Suzann worked at Grand Oaks Nursing Home in Baldwin for 25 years, then as a cashier at Walmart in Ludington for 10 years. Suzann…
Obituary: Linda Brooks, 75, of Scottville. Linda Gail Brooks, 75, of Scottville, passed away early Sunday morning, June 5, 2022 at her home. Linda was born on December 21, 1946 in Holland, the daughter of Arthur and Neva (Carrier) Nichols and graduated from Inland Lakes High School in Indian River. On April 16, 1965, she married William “Bill” Brooks at the Indian River Catholic Shrine…
Weekend police news, June 6, 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 over the weekend: Friday, June 3, 2022: 3:32 p.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), breaking and entering, 3700 block of North Victory Corners Road, Victory Township. The…
Recent births, posted June 6, 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: Elizabeth…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted June 6, 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 recent death information…
Library to host Summer Reading Kick-Off Party Friday. LUDINGTON — The Mason County District Library will hold a Summer Reading Kick-off Party on Friday, June 10 from 7-8 p.m. at Waterfront Park. The event will include games, prizes, free books, along with sign up for the library’s Summer Reading Program. Children below the age of 8 must be accompanied by an…
VIDEO: Full Court Press: Lakestride 2022. LUDINGTON — The 41st running of the Ludington Lakestride will take place on June 11, 2022, beginning on Lakeshore Drive/M-116 north of Tinkham Avenue. Today, on MCP’s Full Court Press, Alan Neushwander interviews Race Director Alisha Christensen about the day’s events. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County…
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