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Charles “Charlie” Levern Dewyer, 66, passed away on February 17, 2025 at his home in Custer. Born on June 13, 1958, in Ludington, Charlie was a cherished member of his community and a beloved figure among his family and friends. Charlie graduated from Mason County Central High School in 1977 and dedicated much of his career to the City of…
Garth Roger Beebe, 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, February 17, 2025. Garth was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on May 5, 1931, to Perry and Myrtle Beebe. He was a Michigan State Police trooper for 25 years. He loved spending time with his family, working outdoors, fishing, watching NASCAR, and eating “The Larsen Girls’” sweet corn…
THIS STORY HAS BEEN UPDATED, 7:25 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20. CUSTER — A 17-year-old Mason County Eastern High School student died following a two vehicle crash on US 10 and Main Street, in front of the school, Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. Emergency personnel were called to the scene at 11:59 a.m. The school posted a notification on its Facebook page…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Men Who Care of Mason County presented its inaugural donation of $2,750 today to Lakeshore Children’s Advocacy Center. The group held its first quarterly meeting on Feb. 4. During the meeting attendees placed nominations of a Mason County charitable organization in a hat and three were randomly selected. Then, the attendee who…
CUSTER — A vehicle crash with serious injuries has caused US 10 to close at Main Street in the Village of Custer. Traffic on US 10 is being diverted. Motorists should seek alternative routes.
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. LUDINGTON — Ludington police officers arrested a 20-year-old Ludington man on six failure to appear warrants Tuesday, Feb. 18, around 7:30 p.m. in the 400 block of South James Street, according to Cpt. Michael Haveman. The warrants, which were issued in Mason County’s…
LUDINGTON — The Mason County District Library Ludington branch will host an adult trivia night on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. Teams of three to five people may participate with a chance to win prizes. The free event will include snacks. The library is located at 217 E. Ludington Ave. Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP…
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Harry Wallace Raymond, 102, of Hart, formerly of Pentwater, died on Wednesday, February 19, 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…
Charles Lavern Dewyer, 66, of Custer, died on Monday, February 17, 2025. Services are pending. 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…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — Drug activity was the top issue mentioned as an area of concern for local residents in a recent survey conducted by the Ludington Police Department. Drugs — including drug use, drug dealers, and drug-related concerns — were mentioned 35 times or more by people who completed the survey. “In early January, the Chamber…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP – During the monthly meeting of the West Shore Community College Board of Trustees, on Monday, Feb. 17, Lisa Morley, early childhood education professor, was awarded the Presidential Recognition Award. The annual award recognizes individuals for exemplifying the vision and mission of…
Harlan E. Pleiness, 98, of Custer passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025. Harlan was born on the family farm in Riverton Township on February 4, 1927, the only child of William L. and Carrie V. (Young) Pleiness, and graduated from Scottville High School with the class of 1944. Harlan furthered his education at Michigan State College (now Michigan State University) in…
Joy Beth Warner, 80, of Ludington and Clarksville, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025. She was born November 11, 1944, in Ionia, the daughter of Thomas A. and June G. (Goodell) Warner. Joy grew up in Saranac and went to Saranac Community Schools graduating with the class of 1963. She retired from the former Hadley Center at Memorial Medical…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Artist Harold Cronk is currently gathering material for the Scottville sculpture he is naming “Forward March.” He is asking the public for old brass musical instruments. Forward March will pay tribute to the Scottville Clown Band and also Scottville’s agricultural and lumbering roots. Many parts of the whimsical sculpture will include parts and pieces…
LUDINGTON — Approximately 400 people in 250 classic cars are expected to visit Ludington as part of a six-day driving tour via backroads to four overnight destinations in Michigan. In previous tours, there have been cars from every generation participating: Model Ts to Rat Rods, convertibles to trucks, Camaros to Corvettes, and even electric vehicles making their way on the…
West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Lakeshore Mama and Me Expo will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ludington Elementary School. The event is being presented by the West Shore Educational…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College’s Theater Department will present “Steel Magnolias,” a heartwarming and poignant Southern classic that masterfully blends humor, friendship, and resilience. Performances will be held at Center Stage Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27, Friday, Feb. 28…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Footprints in the snow led to the arrest of an 18-year-old Ludington man who is accused of stealing US mail on Jebavy Drive near Rasmussen Road early Saturday morning, Feb. 15, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The man…
LUDINGTON — The chill of winter will soon give way to brighter days ahead, and the Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association has announced its 2025 calendar of events that take place during the warm months. The SPLKA invites lighthouse enthusiasts, families and all visitors to explore and celebrate the rich maritime history of Lake Michigan. SPLKA operates four iconic lighthouses…
Employment: Agriculture Technician The Mason-Lake Conservation District is seeking an Agriculture Technician to provide technical expertise to agricultural clientele in the area, carry out the Michigan Agricultural Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP) and provide guidance on soil health and improvement techniques. This is a fast-paced job as part of a welcoming team in a beautiful area. This position is funded by…
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