In Loving Memory of Josie Watson. It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our mother, Josie (Josephine) Watson, 91, on Friday, June 27, 2025 at Village Manor in Ludington, Michigan. She was born and grew up in Meadowlake, Saskatchewan, Canada. Josie was the beloved wife of the late Barry Watson and will be sadly missed by her…
Employment: Mason County Emergency Management Coordinator/Planner The County of Mason is seeking a qualified individual for the full-time position of Mason County Emergency Management Coordinator/Planner. Individuals applying for this position must possess excellent communication and administrative skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination of emergency management/planning activities for the County of Mason. Interested candidates are asked to…
Donald Willis Barnett, 95, of Ludington, died Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Sutter Living Center in Ludington. Graveside services were held Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Lakeview Cemetery, in Ludington, with Pastor Brian Ford officiating. Military honors were conducted under the auspices of the Edwin H. Ewing American Legion Post 76 and the U.S. Army. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service,…
Employment: Water Plant Maintenance Relief Operator The City of Ludington is accepting applications/resumes to fill a vacancy for a Water Treatment Plant Maintenance Relief Operator position. If hired, the applicant may have up to two years to obtain an EGLE F-4 or higher Waterworks System Operator License. Employee must retain license as a condition of employment. An entrance exam with…
Employment: Administrative Assistant, Mason Co. Road Commission The Mason County Road Commission is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Administrative Assistant. The position requires considerable knowledge and understanding of: general ledger accounting and accounting terminology; transaction codes and procedures used in a complex computerized financial management system; office procedures and proven ability to exercise discretion, good judgement and take…
SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — One of the drivers involved in a two vehicle crash Thursday, Aug. 7, died as a result of her injuries, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. Cole said his office was contacted by the Kent County medical examiner’s office that the 74-year-old Jenison woman passed away. The crash occurred about 6:30 p.m. at the intersection of…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The grandstands at the Mason County Fairgrounds were at full capacity Saturday night for the grand finale event of the 86th Western Michigan Fair, the TNT Mid Season Championship Demolition Derby. Western Michigan Fair Board officials said this year’s fair had record-breaking attendance each day. ___________________ Please Support Local News Receive…
Henry Wilford Copenhaver Jr., 68, of Ludington, died on Friday, August 8, 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…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — On Saturday, Aug. 9, the Mason County Historical Society honored the Sanders family, owners of Sanders Meats of Custer. This year, the company celebrates its 100th anniversary. Sanders Meats was founded by Joesph T. Sanders in 1925, delivering homemade products in a Ford Model T. On Saturday, the descendants of Joe and Vera Sanders…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — An annual tradition at the Western Michigan Fair is the Friday pedal, presented by Cooper & Sons Pedal Pulling. Here are some highlights: Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to continue to…
A pickup truck pulling a trailer hit a power pole, bringing down power lines and causing a power outage in the area, after an SUV pulled into its path. SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — Four people were hurt, two of whom were critically injured, in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Sugar Grove and Schoenherr roads Thursday, Aug. 7, shortly before…
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: Monday, Aug. 5, 2025: 6:30 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, Hansen and Tuttle roads, Custer Township. 8:50 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 55-year-old Ludington woman was cited for operating without…
On August 4, 2025, the world lost a true legend. Jason Matthew Fox, 50, of Ludington, passed away doing what he loved—ripping through the wind on his Harley Electra Glide Ultra Classic and visiting the friends he held so dear. Born and raised in Ludington, Jason was the kind of man who made an impression everywhere he went. A people…
LUDINGTON — Rieth-Riley Construction will be paving Olmstead Street from Staffon Street to Sherman Street and Sherman Street from Tinkham Avenue to Lawndale Street Saturday. Paving is expected to start by 8 a.m., with some preparation work possibly starting earlier. The project is expected to be completed in one day. Traffic should be allowed back on the streets by evening.…
This Great Lakes Boat Blog is presented by Filer Credit Union, with offices in Manistee, Ludington and Bear Lake, 800-595-6630, www.filercu.com Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MANISTEE — The MV Calumet made a delivery of salt to the Reith-Riley Construction dock on Manistee Lake Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. The road salt came from the Ojibway Mine in Windsor, Ontario. The…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A capacity crowd filled the grandstands at the Mason County Fairgrounds Thursday evening to watch the Western Michigan Fair’s Super Kicker Rodeo. The event a variety of traditional rodeo events including roping and bull riding. Audience members participated in the bull riding. The 85th Western Michigan Fair continues Friday through…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Pete Wilson of Sherman Township made history Wednesday when he was selected as the first man, in the 86 year history of the Western Michigan Fair, to be named Homemaker of the Year. The father of 11 children operates Kid Ranch CSA Farm on Beyer Road, along with his wife, Jill, and…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Wednesday was Kids’ Day at the 86th Western Michigan Fair. Here are some photos highlighting the day. See schedule below. Fair admittance: $5 per person; children ages 5 and under, free) Daily midway wristbands can be purchased for $35. Thursday, Aug. 7 Senior citizens, ages 60 and older, admitted free –…
The man then reportedly stole a vehicle and followed the women LUDINGTON — A 32-year-old Ludington man was arrested for attempted carjacking and vehicle theft following an incident at Stearns Park — a popular Lake Michigan beach destination — Thursday, Aug. 7, around 1:30 a.m., according to Capt. Michael Haveman of the Ludington Police Department. “The Ludington Police Department is…
Employment: Band Director, Hart Public Schools This is a paid posting. Published until Aug. 15, 2025
David Christian Boomgaard, 88, of Irons, died on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. A memorial service with military honors will be held on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Grace Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Arrangements by Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, formerly Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com.…
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