Obituary: Mary Evelyn Stuart, 72, formerly of Ludington

February 10, 2025

Mary Evelyn Stuart passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at the age of 72 in Canton, Georgia.  Born in Ludington on March 4, 1952 to Kenneth and Evelyn (Spencer) Stuart, she spent the first part of life on the family farm south of Custer.  By her second grade year, Mary could read almost any book at a fast pace. …

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Recent births, published Feb. 10, 2025

February 10, 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.  Julianna Avery Hatch, the daughter of Dicey Malburg and Joseph Hatch of Ludington, was born on Sunday, February 9, 2025. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births  …

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Recent death: Deborah Susanne Soberalski, 70, of Ludington

February 10, 2025

Deborah Susanne Soberalski, 70, of Ludington, died on Sunday, February 9, 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: John Peter Husted, 52, of Ludington

February 10, 2025

John Peter Husted, 52, of Ludington, died on February 4, 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 briefings…

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Notice to Creditors: Marlene K. Newkirk Estate

February 10, 2025

Notice to Creditors: Marlene K. Newkirk Estate This is a paid posting. Posted Feb. 10, 2025

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Library to hold Remote Tech Help session at Hamlin Township Hall

February 9, 2025

HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The Mason County District Library will host a Remote Tech Help session on Tuesday, Feb. 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Hamlin Township Hall, 3775 N. Jebavy Dr. Library staff will be on hand to answer technology questions and lend devices. Mason County residents will also be able to sign up for library cards and borrow…

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Obituary: Beatrice Marie Hipley, 93, of Pentwater

February 8, 2025

Beatrice Marie Hipley, 93, of Pentwater, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born January 3, 1932, the daughter of Charles and Vivian Terryn. On October 21, 1950 she married Donald Jerome Hipley who preceded her in death on July 21, 2011. Beatrice spent most of her life self employed cleaning cottages on the…

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Obituary: Dorothy Caroline Cartier, 101, of Ludington

February 8, 2025

Dorothy Caroline Cartier, 101, of Ludington passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. She was born October 7, 1923, to Joseph Mrofka and Caroline (Paszczak) Benesh, in Chicago. Dorothy first met Robert Bonnville, and the two fell in love, getting married in 1943. Together, they built a beautiful life, raising three sons and a daughter. After their time together,…

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40th West Shore MathCounts held at WSCC

February 7, 2025

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The 40th West Shore MathCounts Middle School competition took place on Wednesday, February 5 at West Shore Community College. The event highlighted over 200 student “mathletes” from 14 school districts from Mason, Oceana and Manistee counties. Partnering to…

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Winter weather advisory issued

February 7, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory that is in effect beginning Saturday, Feb. 8, at 7 a.m. until Sunday, Feb. 9, at 7 a.m. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches are expected. “Heaviest snow will be Saturday afternoon, which could cause snow-covered roads with rapidly changing conditions especially along the US 10 corridor,” states…

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Obituary: Dianna Marie Fye, 73, of Baldwin

February 7, 2025

Dianna Marie Fye, 73, of Baldwin, passed away following a brief illness on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.  Dianna was born on December 30, 1951 in Lansing, the daughter of Harley and Elinor (Sabin) Lewis and graduated from Lansing Eastern High School with the class of 1969.  On January 8, 1982 she married Eiber “Bear” Vincent in Mason, Mich. and they celebrated 22…

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Closings and cancellations, Friday, Feb. 7, 2025

February 7, 2025

The following are closings and cancellations for Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. Please check this list for updates. Schools Mason County Central Public Schools, including Victory Early Childhood Center West Shore Educational Service District Developmental Center (CTE is not closed) Other Scottville Area Senior Center ____________________________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news…

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Obituary: Linda Marie Jankowski, 76, of Ludington

February 7, 2025

Linda Marie Jankowski, 76, of Ludington, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025. Linda was born on January 30, 1949, the daughter of Gerald “Jerry” Jankowski and Eldean (Bashaw) Jankowski. She graduated from St. Simon’s School in 1967. Linda worked many jobs throughout her life, retiring from Mason County Fruit Packers. One of her many joys in life was spending…

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Recent death: Mary Evelyn Stuart, 72, formerly of Ludington

February 7, 2025

Mary Evelyn Stuart, 72, formerly of Ludington, died on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. 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 briefings along with email news alerts for $10…

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Smith & Eddy donates scorer’s table to LHS

February 6, 2025

LUDINGTON — Smith & Eddy Insurance, in collaboration with Auto-Owners Insurance, recently contributed to the renovation of Hawley Gymnasium at Ludington High School with the addition of a new scorer’s table. The $11,000 donation was part of a broader effort to modernize the gym as part of the school’s overall bond improvements. “This wasn’t a typical request, but once we…

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79th District Court arraignments, published Feb. 6, 2025

February 6, 2025

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Benjamin Carl Meyer, 51; three counts of felony firearms, possession of a short-barreled shotgun/rifle, receiving and concealing stolen property between $1,000 to $20,000, and possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine/ecstasy); offense date Sept. 9, 2024; arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s Office;…

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Lee and Joan Schoenherr give back to their community by seeding Community Foundation campaign

February 6, 2025

Submitted by the Community Foundation for Mason County LUDINGTON — Last week, the Community Foundation for Mason County launched the public phase of its Campaign for Mason County. The campaign, “Building a Stronger Community Together,” is a $5 million endowment initiative designed to triple the Foundation’s grant making capacity and address pressing community needs. The campaign, which began in 2023, and will…

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79th District Court sentencings, published Feb. 6, 2025

February 6, 2025

By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Nathan Tyler Horacek, 21, pleaded guilty to operating a vehicle while intoxicated and was sentenced to 93 days in jail (suspended sentence), must attend alcohol highway safety education, cannot buy/have/use alcohol or controlled substances, subject to random PBTs, must attend victim’s impact…

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Conservation District to hold annual dinner Feb. 20

February 6, 2025

AMBER TOWNSHIP —  The Mason-Lake Conservation District will be hosting its annual dinner banquet from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 20 at Our Savior Lutheran Church,765 US 10-31.         Conversation district staff and partners will have booths to share information on recent projects and accomplishments and will be ready to help with any questions regarding…

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Police news, published Feb. 6, 2025

February 6, 2025

The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025: 4 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Barothy Road west of Landon Road, Branch Township. 10:15 a.m., two-vehicle crash, no injury, Stiles and Sugar Grove roads, Victory Township. 5:46 p.m., two-vehicle crash, no injury, Pere Marquette Highway south of US 10, Pere Marquette Township. _____________________________ Please Support Local News…

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Obituary: Eugene ‘Gene’ Campbell, 86, of Ludington

February 6, 2025

Eugene “Gene” Jackson Campbell, a man of unshakable strength and unwavering love, passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday February 5, 2025, walking peacefully into the arms of his Savior. Gene was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished friend whose life was a testament to kindness, generosity, and an enduring sense of humor. Born on June…

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