Driver airlifted following Hamlin crash. #MasonCountyNews. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A two vehicle crash at the intersection of Dewey and Lincoln roads resulted in one victim being airlifted. The crash occurred about 12:41 p.m. An investigation by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office revealed that a 1998 Chevrolet 1500 pickup truck, driven by Richard Eli Mathieu, 77, of Ludington was heading north…
Oakview Medical Care Facility millage covers 1/7th of operating budget. #Election18 By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — On Tuesday, Aug. 7 voters in Mason County will be asked to renew a millage rate of not more than .9715 of a mill for 10 years to support Oakview Medical Care Facility. Oakview is a county-owned facility that was started in 1966.…
Stolen car recovered. #MasonCountyCrime EDEN TOWNSHIP — A 2011 White Chevy Malibu that was stolen during a home invasion shortly after 2 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 2, in the 2900 block of South Custer Road has been recovered by police, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. A sheriff’s deputy located the stolen car in the 2700 block of South Scottville Road…
County clerk offers advice for Tuesday election. Tuesday is the Michigan Primary Election. Mason County Clerk Cheryl Kelly has submitted the following advice to voters: With the State of Michigan Primary Election on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, here is some information and reminders for first time and returning voters: Registered voters will have the opportunity to cast their vote for…
Car stolen during home invasion. #MasonCountyCrime EDEN TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a home invasion and theft of a 2011 White Chevy Malibu that occurred shortly after 2 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 2, in the 2900 block of South Custer Road, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The homeowner was awakened during the break-in by his dog…
Recent arraignments include accosting children charges. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felony – Jeremy Ray Parker, 38, of 203 S. Crowley St., Scottville, was arrested by the Scottville Police Department (SPD) for a felony of accosting children for immoral purposes and a misdemeanor of assault and battery.…
Reader supports senior millage renewal. Letter to the editor by Mary Alway, Amber Township. Letters to the editor are the opinion of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Media Group 31, LLC, owner of Mason County Press. I am writing in support of the Mason County Senior Millage Renewal. As someone who sees firsthand the benefits…
79th District Court sentencings, posted Aug. 2, 2018. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Crestino Ray Clever, 37, of 204 S. Harrison St., Ludington, was found guilty July 25 of receiving and concealing stolen property and was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served;…
Reader opposes jail millage renewal. Letter to the editor by Paul Deller, Scottville Letters to the editor are the opinion of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Media Group 31, LLC, owner of Mason County Press. If you were in charge of the Mason County budget, how would you spend it? What would you buy with…
45th annual Old Engine and Tractor Show begins Thursday. SCOTTVILLE — The 45th annual Western Michigan Old Engine Club’s Engine and Tractor Show takes place this weekend at Riverside Park. beginning Thursday, Aug. 2 through Sunday, Aug. 5. The show will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and then 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.…
Rhythm & Dunes concert to feature tribute to country music. LUDINGTON —The second of two free community West Shore Bank Rhythm and Dunes concerts will take place this Saturday, Aug. 4, at Waterfront Park. Young Guns, a tribute to country music superstars, will perform at 7 p.m. The Ludington High School Jazz Ensemble will open the concert at 6 p.m.…
Obituary: Sidney Wilkins, 95, Ludington. Sidney “Sid” James Wilkins passed in peace at home in Sherman Oaks on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at the age of 95. He is survived by his wife Barbara Wetherell Wilkins. Also surviving are Sid’s three children, Cydne Mitchell (Don), Jon Wilkins (Catherine) and Brad Wilkins (Michelle); six grandchildren; brother-in-law Richard Wagner; and Barbara’s children,…
Recent deaths, posted Aug. 1, 2018 #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Michael James McDonald, 83, of Ludington, died on Monday, July 23, 2018. Gerald Robert Buck Sr., 91, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, July 24, 2018. Calvin Rule Rushford, 82, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, June 26, 2018. Susan C. Juterbock, 62, of Ludington, died on…
Recent births, reported Aug. 1, 2018 #MasonCountyBirths Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Wyatt Kevin Donald Pitre, the son of Jessica Phillion and Shawn Pitre of Fountain, was born July 12, 2018. Diego Arturo Dela Cruz, the son of Monica and Kenny Dela Cruz of Custer, was born July 31, 2018. Hailey Alexis Morgan, the daughter of Kasey Carr…
Property destruction tops police activity. #MasonCountyCrime The following is recent police activity in Mason County: Monday, July 30, 2018: – 1:17 a.m., (Ludington Police Department), malicious destruction of property, 100 block of North James Street, City of Ludington. – 10:36 a.m., (LPD), fraud, 300 block of North Lavinia Street, City of Ludington. – 7:58 p.m., (LPD), malicious destruction of property,…
Hospital offering first aid, CPR course. LUDINGTON — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital’s Win With Wellness program is offering an American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED course on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 from 9 a.m. to noon in the hospital’s lower level classrooms. The cost of the course is $75. Upon successful completion, participants will be issued an AHA…
3 vehicle crash closes PM Highway. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. UPDATED INFORMATION: PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Pere Marquette Highway is closed and expected to remain closed most of the day following a three vehicle crash Tuesday morning. The crash occurred under the US 31 overpass when a 1999 Toyota Camry, driven by a 62-year-old Scottville man, was heading north on…
Sherman Township roads closed for culvert replacements. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Road Commission has announced two temporary road closures that will take place this week due to construction. Reek Road, between Manales and Millerton roads, will be closed on Wednesday, Aug. 1 from 7 a.m. to about 1 p.m. for a culvert replacement. Fountain Road, between Poplar and…
MSP hosts citizens’ academy. #MichiganStatePolice HART — The Michigan State Police Hart post has announced that a Citizens’ Academy will run Sept. 18 through Oct. 11. The four-week academy will meet at the Hart post every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-8:30 p.m. It will give citizens the opportunity to become familiar with the mission and operation of MSP; understand the…
High-speed drunk driver arrested on PM Highway. #MasonCountyCrime PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 28-year-old Ludington man was arrested for operating with a high blood alcohol content, .21, Sunday, July 29, at 7:15 p.m. after a Mason County sheriff’s deputy clocked the suspect’s vehicle traveling at 86 mph on Pere Marquette Highway near the twin bridges south of Conrad Road, according…
Dustin Smith and Michael Farren to perform at Waterfront Worship. LUDINGTON — Christian singer/songwriters Dustin Smith and Michael Farren will be featured performers at Waterfront Worship at Waterfront Park on Saturday, Aug. 18 beginning at 6 p.m. The two are more known for their writing, with songs recorded by singers including Michael W. Smith, Phillips Craig & Dean, Jesus Culture,…
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