Man staggering in front of cars arrested for disorderly conduct.

June 7, 2021

Man staggering in front of cars arrested for disorderly conduct. LUDINGTON — A 41-year-old Ludington man was arrested by Ludington police officers for disorderly conduct/public intoxication after staggering in the roadway in front of cars on Stearns Outer Drive Saturday, June 5, shortly before 6:30 p.m., said Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski. “The man was intoxicated to the point where he was a danger…

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County schools offering free summer meals for kids.

June 7, 2021

County schools offering free summer meals for kids. Ludington Area Schools, Mason County Central Schools, and Mason County Eastern Schools will be offering summer meal programs for children ages 18 and younger again following the end of the school year. Meals are free and non-income based, serving both breakfast and lunch. No sign up is needed. All meals are to…

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MCC Jazz Band receives top ratings. 

June 7, 2021

MCC Jazz Band receives top ratings.  Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central High School Jazz Band recently received straight 1 (top) ratings during a recent state jazz festival, held virtually. In addition, students Brandon Dunn and Wesley Stream were nominated by the judges as…

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Rhythm & Dunes series to feature beach, 80s music. 

June 7, 2021

Rhythm & Dunes series to feature beach, 80s music.  LUDINGTON  West Shore Bank will again hold its popular Rhythm & Dunes concerts this summer. The annual summer concert series was postponed in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With Michigan’s capacity limit for outdoor events lifted, bank officials have decided to move forward with hosting the two planned summer concerts…

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Obituary: Beverly Nichols, 69, of Scottville.

June 7, 2021

Obituary: Beverly Nichols, 69, of Scottville. Beverly Ann Nichols, 69, lifelong resident of Scottville, passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at the home of her daughter Stacy in Twin Lake.  Beverly was born on March 12, 1952 in Ludington, the daughter of William and Marion (Vance) Gillett, and graduated from Mason County Central High School with the class of…

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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted June 7, 2021

June 7, 2021

Recent deaths, service announcements, posted June 7, 2021 This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. The following recent death information has been reported to MCP: Charles “Bud” Christmas Jr., 85, of Scottville, died on Saturday, June 5, 2021. A funeral will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at…

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Recent births, posted June 7, 2021.

June 7, 2021

Recent births, posted June 7, 2021. The following births have been reported: Finley Floyd Ferguson, the son of Maria and D.J. Ferguson II of Manistee, was born on Saturday, June 5, 2021. (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital). List of 2021 births List of 2020 births Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press…

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Former Fountain fire chief, Jerry Chancellor, passes away Saturday.

June 6, 2021

Former Fountain fire chief, Jerry Chancellor, passes away Saturday. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. FOUNTAIN — Jerry Chancellor, 76, former chief of Fountain Area Fire Department, died Saturday evening, June 5, 2021. Jerry was an icon. Jerry had been on Fountain Area Fire Department for 58 years, currently serving longer than any other local firefighter. He joined the department on March…

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16 rescued from out of control boat on Hamlin Lake.

June 6, 2021

16 rescued from out of control boat on Hamlin Lake. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Emergency personnel rescued 16 people from an out of control pontoon boat on Hamlin Lake Saturday afternoon, June 5, 2021. The incident happened about 6 p.m. in the area known as the “Narrows”. The boat’s steering apparently failed, causing the boat to continually go in circles. High…

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Recent births, posted June 6, 2021.

June 6, 2021

Recent births, posted June 6, 2021. The following births have been reported: Westyn John Sorensen, the son of Tamara Campbell and Dylan Sorensen of Custer, was born Thursday, June 3, 2021. (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital). List of 2021 births List of 2020 births Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and…

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Slight possibility of rain or thunderstorms Monday.

June 6, 2021

Slight possibility of rain or thunderstorms Monday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Partly cloudy skies tonight. Low temperature of 68 degrees. Winds south-southwest at 10 mph. Monday, June 7, 2021 Mostly cloudy. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible during the day. Mostly cloudy in the evening. High…

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Obituary: John Fargo, Sr., 89, of Ludington.

June 5, 2021

Obituary: John Fargo, Sr., 89, of Ludington. John Owen Fargo Sr., 89, of Ludington passed away two days short of his 90th birthday on April 12, 2021.  John was born on April 14, 1931 in Frankfort, the son of Earl Walter and Bernice Grace (Stubbs) Fargo and graduated from Ludington High School.  On April 2, 1955, he married Carol A.…

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MCC to hold community forum Tuesday. 

June 5, 2021

MCC to hold community forum Tuesday.  SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Schools will hold a community forum on Tuesday, June 8 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. The forum will be an informal discussion about school facilities, with a focus on past, present and future visioning. During a March board of education meeting, Superintendent Jeff Mount…

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79th District Court arraignments, posted June 4, 2021.

June 4, 2021

79th District Court arraignments, posted June 4, 2021. By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Lori Ann Holden, 42, of 7065 N. Dennis Rd., Grant Township, was arrested Feb. 28 by Michigan State Police (MSP) on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine/ecstasy). She also…

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Obituary: Robert Ford, 89, of Ludington.

June 4, 2021

Obituary: Robert Ford, 89, of Ludington. Robert Cummins Ford, 89, of Ludington, died Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.  He was born March 30, 1932, in Ludington, the son of Neal and Eva (Anderson) Ford. Bob graduated from Scottville High School in the Class of 1951.  After graduation, Bob served four years in the U.S. Navy. …

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Scottville woman allegedly fights with deputies during domestic violence arrest.

June 4, 2021

Scottville woman allegedly fights with deputies during domestic violence arrest. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 31-year-old Scottville woman allegedly fought with Mason County sheriff’s deputies during her arrest for domestic violence in the 200 block of North Amber Road Thursday, June 3,…

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79th District Court sentencings, posted June 3, 2021. 

June 3, 2021

79th District Court sentencings, posted June 3, 2021.  By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Amanda Rae McMann, 37, of 7140 S. Westshore Dr., Rothbury, pleaded guilty May 24 to second degree retail fraud and was sentenced to 14 days in jail with credit for 14 days served; must…

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Local business offers golf cart rentals.

June 3, 2021

Local business offers golf cart rentals. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Looking for a relaxing ride around the country or in town? Melch’s Cart Sales & Rentals may be what you need. Going into its second year, the business owned by Justin and Ashley Melchert rents four-person golf carts by the day or week. Delivery is free within Mason County with…

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