Republicans to hold debate. 

May 25, 2018

Republicans to hold debate.  #Election2018 LUDINGTON — The Mason County Republican Executive Committee is sponsoring a candidates’ debate on Thursday, June 14, 2018 at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St. from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Candidates who have been invited include 35th State Senate District candidates Ray Franz, Curt VanderWall, and Bruce Rendon; 101st House…

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Recent births, reported May 25, 2018.

May 25, 2018

Recent births, reported May 25, 2018. #MasonCountyBirths Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise.  Christy Belle Simona Santiago, the daughter of Cindy Santiago and Eric Santiago Tellez of Hart, was born May 21, 2018. Olivia Lou Philip, the daughter of Terra Dickson and Adam Philip of Baldwin, was born May 24, 2018. Shelby Gem Factory, 1330 Industrial Drive, Shelby; 231-861-2165; www.shelbygemfactory.com;…

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Lakeshore Food Club, Mason County Garden Club launch Grow A Row. 

May 24, 2018

Lakeshore Food Club, Mason County Garden Club launch Grow A Row.  LUDINGTON — The Lakeshore Food Club has teamed up with the Mason County Garden Club to launch its first annual Grow A Row campaign which encourages home gardeners to set aside a row of their vegetables and donate the surplus to individuals and families in Mason County experiencing food…

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Sheriff’s office arrests four on various warrants Wednesday. 

May 24, 2018

Sheriff’s office arrests four on various warrants Wednesday.  Four people were arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Wednesday, May 23. The following is the report of recent law enforcement activity: Tuesday, May 22: 3:51 p.m., Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), a 20-year-old Kingsley woman was cited for driving while license suspended, first offense, following a traffic stop at US…

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Recent deaths, posted May 23, 2018. 

May 23, 2018

Recent deaths, posted May 23, 2018.  #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent death has been reported to MCP: Devin Nathaniel Courtland, 31, of Scottville, died on Tuesday, May 22, 2018.  George F. Hathaway, 81, of Fountain died on Sunday, May 20, 2018. Susan Dawn Nuckolls, 72, of Grand Rapids, died on Sunday May 20, 2018. Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy…

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Scottville man dies of apparent heroin overdose; third death this month.

May 22, 2018

Scottville man dies of apparent heroin overdose; third death this month. #MasonCountyNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A 31-year-old Scottville man died today of an apparent heroin overdose at 901 St. Catherine St., according to Ludington Police Chief Mark Barnett. It is the third death in the City of Ludington this month.  The first death occurred at 307 E.…

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Old engine club to hold annual swap meet.

May 22, 2018

Old engine club to hold annual swap meet. SCOTTVILLE — The Western Michigan Old Engine Club Annual Swap Meet will be held Friday, May 25 and Saturday May 26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The club grounds at Scottville Riverside Park. Antiques, automotive, tractor, farm, arts and craft times will be offered for sale or trade. Booth space…

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WSCC named one of the healthiest companies in America.

May 22, 2018

WSCC named one of the healthiest companies in America. VICTORY TOWNSHIP – West Shore Community College is one of 184 companies nationwide to receive a 2017 Healthiest Companies in America award in recognition of its efforts to promote and encourage healthy lifestyles. Employee wellness has long been a priority at West Shore, and in 2011, the college retained the firm…

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Ludington man faces life in prison for kidnapping, strangling girlfriend.

May 22, 2018

Ludington man faces life in prison for kidnapping, strangling girlfriend. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. OTTAWA COUNTY — A Ludington man is facing a possible life sentence for holding his girlfriend against her will and assaulting her in late December of last year. Jason Matthew Kapala, 30, of Ludington appeared in Ottawa County’s 20th Circuit Court on Monday, May 21, 2018…

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Urka Auto Center, a Mason County heritage business.

May 22, 2018

Urka Auto Center, a Mason County heritage business. The Mason County Press would like to welcome our newest advertiser, Urka Auto Center. We are able to bring this free news and information service to you because of the generous support of our advertisers. Urka Auto Center is one of Mason County’s heritage businesses. It was founded in the 1920s in…

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Fourth annual $50,000 Momentum Business Plan Competition begins.

May 22, 2018

Fourth annual $50,000 Momentum Business Plan Competition begins. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Need $50,000 to get your new business off the ground or to the next level – and want to do it in Mason County? That’s what the Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce is banking on as it launches its fourth annual Momentum Business Plan Competition, offering $50,000 to one entrepreneur…

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Obituary: Russell Folland, 69, Custer.

May 22, 2018

Obituary: Russell Folland, 69, Custer. Russell Phillip Folland Jr, 69, of Custer, passed away on Saturday, May 19, 2018.  Russell was born on March 31, 1949 in Royal Oak, the son of Russel and Norma (Weber) Folland.  He graduated from Mason County Central High School in 1968 and attended West Shore Community College.  Russell was a sergeant in the United…

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Krauch resigning from Ludington council.

May 22, 2018

Krauch resigning from Ludington council. LUDINGTON — Fourth Ward Councilor Michael Krauch has announced his resignation from the position. In a letter to Mayor Kaye Ferguson Holman and City Manager John Shay, dated May 21, Krauch stated that he will be resigning effective June 15. “It has been a privilege to serve the residents of the Fourth Ward and the…

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Bear sighting north of Scottville.

May 22, 2018

Bear sighting north of Scottville. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — A reader submitted this photo of a bear that was sighted in the area of US 31 and Dewey Road Saturday night. She said she was letting her dog outside before bedtime when she spotted the bear.

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Amber Township bear sighting.

May 22, 2018

Amber Township bear sighting. AMBER TOWNSHIP — This bear was spotted snooping around bird feeders tonight at a residence near the corner of Dennis and Hansen roads. Just last week a bear was hit by a car on Fisher Road, about 2 miles north of this location.

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Mason County Memorial Day events announced.  

May 21, 2018

Mason County Memorial Day events announced.   Several events are planned to observe Memorial Day in Mason County, on Monday, May 28. Ludington: Parade starts at 10:15 a.m. from the Mason County Courthouse west on Ludington Avenue to Stearns Park. Service at Stearns Park starts at 11 a.m. This year’s speaker is U.S. Coast Guard Chief Boatswin’s Mate (Chief) Mark Szoboszlay of Coast Guard Station…

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Scottville woman arrested for car theft.

May 21, 2018

Scottville woman arrested for car theft. #MasonCountyCrime PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 19-year-old Scottville woman was arrested for a felony of unlawful driving away of an automobile (car theft) and a misdemeanor of no operator’s license Saturday, May 19, shortly after 3:30 p.m. in the Walmart parking lot on US 10. The suspect was found in possession of a Chevy…

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Ludington Council considering Ezdebski as interim treasurer.

May 21, 2018

Ludington Council considering Ezdebski as interim treasurer. #LudingtonNews. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Ludington City Council is expected take action on the appointment of Tom Ezdebski as interim treasurer when it meets tonight for its regular meeting. Current elected treasurer Linda Rogers will retire effective July 15. Rogers’ term expires Dec. 31, 2020 and the interim treasurer will serve…

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