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…
79th District Court news, posted Aug. 13, 2021. By Alan Neushwander. Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following criminal cases recently took place in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -David Lawrence Gibson, 53, of 2235 West St., Central Lake, was arrested Aug. 3 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) on felony charges of possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine/ecstasy),…
Obituary: James Christensen, 83, of Fountain. James A. Christensen, 83, of Fountain, passed away on October 30, 2020 at his home on Round Lake. The son of Arne and Eleanor (Henkel) Christensen, Jim was born on September 20, 1937 in Scottville at his parents business – Christensen’s Beer Parlor & Restaurant. He attended Scottville High School graduating with the class…
Obituary: John Purcell, 32, of Ludington. It is with deep sadness that the family of John Edward Purcell, 32, announce his passing on Friday, Aug. 6, 2021. John was born on Dec. 12, 1988, the son of John and Gloria Purcell. He graduated from Ludington High School in 2007 and attended Ferris State University where he earned his degree in…
Obituary: Brian Grant, 87, of Fountain. Brian Rollo Grant, 87, of Fountain passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, surrounded by family. Brian was born on June 26, 1934 in Rockford, the son of Rev. Rollo and Lenore (Price) Grant, and graduated from Rockford High School with the class of 1951. Following graduation, Brian enlisted with the United States…
Western Michigan Fair Homemaker of the Year: Leann Saxton Photo by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Leann Saxton was named the 2021 Western Michigan Fair Homemaker of the Year Thursday afternoon. Saxton entered over 90 exhibits in this year’s fair. Also shown, back row, from left: Jeanne Knuth, fifth place; Dani McGarry, fourth place; Debra Weaver, third place;…
Western Michigan Fair youth beef competition winners. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Pictured are the Western Michigan Fair youth beef competition winners. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located…
Western Michigan Fair youth swine competition winners. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Pictured are the Western Michigan Fair youth swine competition winners. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation button located…
Western Michigan Fair youth poultry, fowl competition winners. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Pictured are the Western Michigan Fair youth poultry and fowl competition winners. Please consider helping to fund local news. Mason County Press and Oceana County Press are available for free thanks to the generous support of our advertisers and individuals who support our service. Click on the PayPal donation…
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