Footprints in the snow lead to mail theft arrest

February 17, 2025

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…

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A light at the end of the winter tunnel — lighthouse keepers announce 2025 calendar

February 17, 2025

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…

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Employment: Agriculture Technician

February 17, 2025

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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Recent births, published Feb. 17, 2025

February 17, 2025

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.  Victoria Lynn Rodriguez, the daughter of Jenna and Christian Rodriguez of Oceana County, was born on Friday, February 14, 2025. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births  …

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Recent death: Janis Arlene Compeau, 69, of Ludington

February 17, 2025

Janis Arlene Compeau, 69, of Ludington, died on Sunday, February 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…

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Closings and cancellations, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025

February 16, 2025

The following are closings and cancellations for Monday, Feb. 17, 2025. Please check the list for updates. Schools Covenant Christian School, Ludington Hart Public Schools Ludington Area Catholic School (virtual learning day) Ludington Area School District Mason County Eastern Schools Manistee Area Public Schools Oceana Christian School in Hart Shelby Public Schools Trinity Lutheran School, Manistee West Shore Community College…

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Winter weather advisory remains in effect until 7 a.m. Tuesday

February 16, 2025

UPDATE: THE WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL 7 A.M. TUESDAY A winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service remains in effect until 7 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18. Expect additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches and winds gusting as high as 35 mph. Sub zero wind chills are also expected by Monday morning. The advisory includes…

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Local student to participate in state FFA convention leadership contest

February 14, 2025

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. Story by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore FFA Chapter member Katie Karboske will represent her chapter at the FFA State Leadership Contests March 5 and 6 at Michigan State University. Katie is an agricultural…

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Task force recommends WSCC pool renovations

February 14, 2025

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief VICTORY TOWNSHIP — A citizens’ committee established by West Shore Community College to study recreation facilities and opportunities in the area is recommending that WSCC renovate its swimming pool. The report of the recreation task force will be presented at the WSCC Board of Trustees meeting on Monday, Feb. 17. WSCC President Scott Ward established the…

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Winter weather advisory begins late Friday night

February 14, 2025

MASON COUNTY — Another round of wintry weather is expected to hit west Michigan beginning late Friday night, Feb. 14. Mason County, along with portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan, is under a winter weather advisory issued by the US National Weather Service from 11 p.m. Friday until 7 p.m. Saturday. Total snow accumulations between 3…

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Police news, published Feb. 14, 2025

February 14, 2025

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025: 6:36 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), one-vehicle crash, no injury, Hesslund Road east of Brunson Road, Pere Marquette Township. 9:15 a.m., (MCSO), two-vehicle crash, no injury, Rasmussen Road east of Jebavy…

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Obituary: Lynn Tooman, 70, of Ludington

February 14, 2025

Lynn Tooman, 70 years old, of Ludington, traveled to the spiritual world, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 with the support of family and friends after one year facing the challenges of ALS. He chose to write his own obituary as it is shared here: I was born on June 20, 1954 in Port Huron. My dad said I was the best…

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Obituary: Robert Hamilton Jensen, 78, of Ludington

February 14, 2025

Robert Hamilton Jensen, 78, of Ludington, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Bob was born on September 21, 1946, the son of the late Arthur and Esther (Creamer) Jensen. On September 15, 1981, he married Sharon Mae (Sample) Jensen. For over 30 years he worked as a blue collar man and as a musician, entertaining both family and friends.…

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Recent death: Diana Lynn Harris, 68, of Ludington

February 14, 2025

Diana Lynn Harris, 68, of Ludington, died on Thursday, February 13, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Ludington, with visitation starting at 10 a.m. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2025 deaths. Listing of 2024 deaths. Listing of 2023 deaths.…

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Recent death: Leawana “Kay” Youman-Kennedy, 66, of Ludington

February 14, 2025

Leawana “Kay” Youman-Kennedy, 66, of Ludington, died on Friday, February 14, 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…

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Recent death: Harlan Pleiness, 98, of Custer

February 14, 2025

Harlan Pleiness, 98, of Custer, died on Friday, February 14, 2025. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. 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 __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email…

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WSCC to hold virtual presentation on social connection and health

February 13, 2025

WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP – West Shore Community College invites the public to Social Connection & Health: Exploring the Intersection of Barriers, a virtual presentation on Thursday, Feb. 20, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. via Zoom: https://bit.ly/humankindwinter25            Led by Donna Norkoli and Erin Oleniczak from District Health Department #10 and…

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51st Circuit Court sentences, published Feb. 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: – Jeremiah Eathan Ritchey, 47, pleaded guilty Dec. 10 to larceny $1,000-$20,000 and receiving and concealing stolen property $1,000 or more and was sentenced Feb. 11 to one year and one day to 10 years  in prison with credit for 145 days…

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79th District Court arraignments, published Feb. 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Misdemeanors -Danella Marie Conkle, 48; second-degree retail fraud; arrested May 11, 2023 by Mason County Sheriff’s Office; arraigned Feb. 6; pretrial: Feb. 24; bail: $250 cash. -Kelsey Marie Persoon, 30; failure to maintain security (no car insurance); date of offense: Nov. 6,…

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79th District Court sentencings, published Feb. 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Lucas Edward Castonia, 38, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle while intoxicated and was sentenced to 93 days in jail (suspended sentence), must seek outpatient treatment, cannot buy/have/use alcohol or controlled substances, subject to random PBTs and drug tests, and $890 in…

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Police news, published Feb. 13, 2025

February 13, 2025

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: Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025: 8 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), one-vehicle crash, no injury, Victory Corner Road south of Decker Road, Amber Township. Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025: 8:13 p.m, (Ludington Police Department), a 32-year-old…

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