Recent deaths, service announcements, posted Aug. 18, 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: Thomas P. Beatty, 85, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, August 18, 2021. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Listing of…
Parents of Mears man murdered in 2019 fight for justice. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. MEARS — Denita and William Buchanan were devastated when they received the news that their only son, William Craig Buchanan, 32, was murdered in 2019, and the heartbreak only intensified in September of 2020 when they were informed that the charges against the man accused of…
3 injured in 2-vehicle crash. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — Three people received non-life-threatening injuries in a two-vehicle crash Monday, Aug. 16, shortly after 8:30 p.m. at the intersection of Dewey and Lincoln roads, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “Preliminary investigation shows…
Rhythm & Dunes raises $15,000 for local school music programs. LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank has donated $15,000 to school music programs at Ludington Area School District, Mason County Central Schools and Mason County Eastern Schools through funds raised at this summer’s Rhythm & Dunes summer concerts. Donations accepted during the concerts, online, from food vendor fees and merchandise sales…
Recent births, posted Aug. 17, 2021. The following births have been reported: Knox Edward Petzak, the son of Kylie and Kellon Petzak of Ludington, was born on Friday, August 13, 2021. Ridley Moon Mazur-Gumm, the daughter of Allison Mazur and Jordan Gumm of Ludington, was born on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital).…
Scottville update, Aug. 16, 2021 By Rob Alway, Scottville City Commissioner-At-Large. I would like to start sharing some information with constituents about what is happening in the city of Scottville. I serve a dual role as editor-in-chief/owner of Mason County Press but also serve on the Scottville City Commission. I believe it is important to be involved in one’s community…
News Alert: Two vehicle crash, Hamlin Township. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — 8:32 p.m., Report of a two vehicle crash at Lincoln and Dewey roads. Emergency crews dispatched. UPDATE: Fire personnel on scene reporting no serious injuries.
Tickets on sale for WSCC performing arts series. WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Tickets are now on sale for West Shore Community College’s Performing Arts Series 2021-2022 season. The “Return to the Stage” season opener, on Sept. 30 and Oct.1, is a collaboration between WSCC Performing…
US 10 construction will continue through October. AMBER TOWNSHIP — Construction began today on the intersection of US 10/31 and Brye Road. According to a Michigan Department of Transportation press release, the $700,000 project will create right-turn lanes at the intersection. It will also include resurfacing and pavement repairs. Lane closures and traffic shifts are in effect throughout the project.…
Illinois man arrested for strangulation. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — A 44-year-old Crestview, Illinois man was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies Friday, Aug. 13, shortly before 8 p.m. for a felony of assault by strangulation in the 7200 block of North…
Miss Ludington Area application deadline extended. LUDINGTON — The Miss Ludington Area Scholarship Pageant board of directors is accepting applications to compete for the title of Miss Ludington Area 2022, which will take place on Sunday, September 19 at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts at 4 p.m. Women aged 17 – 25, or a senior in high school,…
Obituary: Gay Homan, 95, of Ludington, formerly of Grand Rapids. Gay (Kuiper) Homan, 95, of Ludington, formerly of Grand Rapids, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, August 12, 2021. She was born in Enschede, The Netherlands, to Arend Jan and Christina (Kiefte) Kuiper on July 21, 1926. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Rubertus Homan, and sisters, Minny, Ina and Ria . Gay’s early life in Enschede was happy…
Recent births, posted Aug. 16, 2021. The following births have been reported: Grace Helen Quick, the daughter of Madison Quick of Free Soil, was born on Thursday, August 12, 2021. Hayes Thomas Oomen, the son of Alison and Derek Oomen of Pentwater, was born on Thursday, August 12, 2021. (Unless indicated otherwise, births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital). List of…
Memorial Service: Ruth Paul. A memorial service will be held for Ruth Paul, 83, of Ludington, on Monday, August 23, 2021 at 11 a.m. at United Methodist Church of Ludington, with visitation starting at 10 a.m. Ruth passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020. See obituary here. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington.
Sunny and clear skies Tuesday. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Mostly cloudy skies tonight. Low temperature of 54 degrees. Winds light and variable. Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021 Clear skies. High 80; low 60. Precipitation: 11% day; 11% evening. Wind: SW 7 mph day; ESE 4 mph evening. Humidity:…
David Smedley, 81, of Free Soil. On Friday, August 13, 2021, the world lost David Harold Smedley. Born September 14, 1939, David led a remarkable life and leaves an incredible legacy in his absence. A master mechanic by trade, David worked hard since he was 16 to build his own business that stands today as Dave’s Truck and Auto in…
Pere Marquette Conservation Park holds grand opening By Joan Young, MCP Correspondent. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — On the 300 acres of former Dow Chemical property south of Ludington the new Pere Marquette Conservation Park staged a grand opening on Friday, August 13, 2021. Pere Marquette Charter Township has taken the lead on this immense undertaking. The property was purchased from…
Scottville to hold Fall Celebration, honor first responders on Sept. 11. SCOTTVILLE — On Saturday, Sept. 11, Scottville will hold its first Fall Celebration downtown. Because the event falls on the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, a ceremony will be held honoring local first responders as well. The event planning was initially started when the Scottville…
No foul play suspected in death of 16-year-old boy found unresponsive at state park. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — No foul play is suspected in the death of a 16-year-old west Michigan boy who was found unresponsive at the Ludington State Park Wednesday night, Aug. 11, although an internal injury was discovered by a medical examiner, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim…
Intoxicated man arrested after lying in pharmacy drive-through. The homeless man was a ‘danger to himself.’ LUDINGTON — A 58-year-old homeless man was arrested by Ludington police for public intoxication Thursday, Aug. 12, shortly after 4:30 p.m. at the Rite Aid drive-through on Ludington Avenue, according to Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski. “The man was on Rite Aid property and not able to…
Drunk woman arrested for throwing rocks through windows. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — A 40-year-old LeRoy, Michigan woman was arrested after Mason County sheriff’s deputies responded to a call reporting an intoxicated female who is known to the homeowners was throwing rocks through…
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