WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College has announced its 2025–2026 Performing Arts Series, featuring a diverse lineup of concerts, theatrical productions, and free community ensemble performances. The season opens Saturday, Sept. 20 with guitar virtuosos Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo performing at 7:30…
Michael James Woodruff, known affectionately as Mike, passed away on August 27, 2025, at the age of 71, in Fountain. Born on February 22, 1954, in Greenville, he lived a life marked by dedication to his family and a passion for his interests. Mike graduated from high school in 1972 and went on to earn an associate degree from Lansing…
Hart Cemetery is hiring. Qualifications include: Ability to run a lawn mower, weed whipper and a backpack blower. Must be able to rake and dispose of debris. Other duties as assigned. Starting wage is $15 per hour. Could be up to 40 hours per week. Must have a current Michigan driver’s license and be able to pass a background check.…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Kevin Kimes is passionate about keeping kids safe. After a three-decade career in education, most of it as an administrator, Kimes retired in July and is now a sales representative for a company that focuses on school safety. Kimes, 54, of Riverton Township, has been a principal at Mason County Central School District for the…
MASON COUNTY – If you see low-flying helicopters in the area next week, do not be alarmed. Helicopter inspections of power lines are scheduled in Mason County next week. “ITC will be conducting aerial patrols of the high-voltage transmission structures and lines in Michigan from Sept. 8 through Oct. 3, weather permitting,” states a press release. “The helicopter patrols are…
SCOTTVILLE — Mason-Lake Conservation District is hosting its annual Farm Field Day on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. Attendees will meet at the Western Michigan Old Engine Club grounds at Scottville Riverside Park, 700 S. Scottville Rd. The grounds can be accessed through the park’s main drive and follow directional signs. The event is open to…
FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP —The annual memorial ceremony honoring fallen Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 9 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Butterfield was killed on duty by a gunman on Sept. 9, 2013 while conducting a routine traffic stop on Custer Road north of Townline Road. A memorial now commemorates the site. Butterfield was 42-years-old…
Richard Dale Shereda, 72, of Free Soil passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Rich was born on May 24, 1953 in Ludington, the son of Robert J. and Lois (Eskildsen) Shereda and graduated from Free Soil High School. Rich worked hard for many years before settling into retirement in Free Soil where he was able to pursue his love…
CUSTER — Mason County Eastern Schools will host a back to school open house on Tuesday, Sept. 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to the event to tour the schools, meet staff, participate in activities and an ice cream social. ___________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news…
Frederick Eugene Thomas, born January 13, 1946, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, while surrounded by his family. Gene, as he was affectionately called by many family and friends, was a veteran of the Vietnam War, and was honorably discharged as a Specialist in 1967. Gene was employed by Dow Chemical, working as a heavy equipment operator. He…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Friday, Aug. 29, 2025 – 7:35 a.m., Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO): Car/deer crash, no injuries, Free Soil Road east of Tuttle Road, Free Soil Township. – 1 p.m., MCSO: Two-vehicle crash, no injuries, US…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — I have had the opportunity to ride along with the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol the last few days, over the Labor Day weekend. My focus was to cover the heavy vessel traffic in the harbor and the sheriff’s office’s efforts to keep boaters safe, especially when larger vessels are traversing the port.…
Jayden F. Knudsen, 20, of Ludington, died on Saturday August 30, 2025. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, formerly Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.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…
UPDATED HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A 21-year-old Hart man was arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputies Thursday evening following a vehicle chase. Trayce Robert Tate was arraigned Friday afternoon on operating a vehicle while intoxicated, third offense, a felony, fleeing and eluding an officer, second offense, and malicious destruction of property (trees, shrubs, crops). He had initially been arrested for…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025 – 5:47 a.m., Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO): Car/deer crash, no injuries, US 10 east of Darr Road, Custer Township. Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025 – 3:18 p.m., MCSO: A 39-year-old Ludington…
Mason County Central School District is hiring Elementary (grades K-5) Instructional Assistants for the 2025-2026 school year. For details and to apply visit www.mccschools.org. Job ID# 629. This is a paid posting. Published until Sept. 13, 2025
LUDINGTON — Effective at 4 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 29, the U.S. Coast Guard will require marine vessels to stay clear of any large vessel transiting the channel and harbor. On Wednesday, Aug. 27, Coast Guard Great Lakes District (formerly known as District 9) issued a press release stating that the regulated navigation area is in effect. The area covers…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent police activity in Mason County: 6:21 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, Custer Road south of Meisenheimer Road, Eden Township. 10:45 am, (Ludington Police Department), a 33-year-old Scottville man was arrested on a warrant issued by…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — US 10 west of Jebavy Drive will be reduced from five lanes to three lanes from Tuesday, Sept. 2 through Thursday, Sept. 4. The reduction in lanes will be due to storm sewer repairs. ______________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your…
Michael James Woodruff, 71, of Fountain, died on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, formerly Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com. Listing of…
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