Mildred K. Beard, 98, of Pentwater went to heaven on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 with her son and caregiver for the last 16 years at her bedside. Mildred was born on September 20, 1926 in Chicago, the daughter of Carl and Ella (Wehmus) Wigren. On August 17, 1951 she married Robert Beard in Ludington and they celebrated 57 years together until Robert…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief This Maritime History Blog is a presentation of the Mason County Historical Society’s Port of Ludington Maritime Museum, ludingtonmaritimemuseum.org, located at 217 S. Lakeshore Dr., Ludington. LUDINGTON — Two historic car ferry capstans are on display in the City of Ludington. They belonged to sister car ferries Pere Marquette 21 and Pere Marquette 22, each built in…
By Kai Taylor, MCP Contributing Writer PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP – The first thing that you will notice when you walk into Flipstar Gymnastics Center, 5905 W. US 10, is the baffling amount of trophies sitting across the wall. Though Flipstar has been around for nearly 15 years under the ownership of Amy Rohrbach and Aimee Goff, the amount of trophies…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Two drivers — 21-year-old Branch woman and a 73-year-old Pompano Beach, Florida man — received “non-life-threatening” injuries following a two-vehicle crash at US 10 and Nelson Road Thursday, June 5, shortly before 5 p.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim…
Carolyn Sue Hood, 73, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 2, 1951, in Jackson to Alvin and Louise (Robins) Mackey. Carolyn was known for her generous heart, hardworking spirit, and unmatched talent in crafting. If you knew her, you likely received a handmade gift – whether it…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Garrett Scott Buck, 33; two counts of assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer and possession of a controlled substance — narcotic/cocaine; arrested May 31 by Ludington Police Department; arraigned June 2; preliminary hearing: June 18; bail: $2,500/10 percent. -Marc Anthony Buckland, 43; three…
Sandra J. Crossman, 73 of Free Soil, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior early Friday morning, June 6, 2025. Sandy was born on January 30, 1952, in Detroit, the daughter of Edward and Esther (Houvinen) Schroderus. She graduated from Detroit Cody High School with the class of 1969. On December 4, 1970, she married Ernest Crossman in…
SCOTTVILLE — The West Shore Civic Band will hold its first rehearsal of the season on Monday, June 16, 2025. The band will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Mason County Central High School band room. The season runs until mid-August. Musicians of all ages and abilities are welcomed to attend. The band’s Monday Music Series provides enrichment…
UPDATE, Friday, June 6, 2025, 9 p.m.: Mr. Peterson was located in a wooded area and transported to a hospital for treatment. The Michigan State Police Hart Post is requesting help in locating Jack Albert Peterson, a 67-year-old male, described as 6 feet, 6 inches tall, 200 pounds with green eyes, and brown/graying hair. Last contact with Peterson was the afternoon…
LUDINGTON — District Health Department #10 encourages residents to take precautions based on current air conditions. The Michigan Department of Environmental, Great Lakes, and Energy issued an air quality alert for Michigan’s entire Lower Peninsula Thursday, June 5. “Due to widespread wildfires in Canada, smoke plumes are moving through the atmosphere and are impacting air quality,” states a DHD #10…
LOGAN TOWNSHIP — Two 16-year-old Ludington girls were injured — one of them critically — in an ORV rollover crash south of Barothy Road Wednesday, June 4, at 7:37 p.m., according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “Aero Med was called to the scene, with the critically injured girl being flown to DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids,” said Sheriff…
Spartan News is a presentation of Mason County Central Schools in partnership with Mason County Press. SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Food Service will again offer free summer meals to children at various locations in Ludington, Scottville, and Victory Township. The free meals are non-income based, open to anyone ages 18 and younger or persons up to age 26 who…
The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is activity of the Ludington Police Department Wednesday, June 4, 2025: 3:09 p.m., a 72-year-old Ludington man was arrested for bond violation following a wellbeing check, 300 of Third Street, City of Ludington. He was lodged in the Mason County Jail.…
The Mason County District Library will begin its 2025 Summer Reading Program beginning Friday, June 6. This year’s theme is “Color Our World” and is available to all age groups. Children are encouraged to read daily during the summer to keep comprehension skills strong. Adults are encouraged to take advantage of all that the library has to offer. Therefore, the adult…
Blessed by the grace of our Savior, Patrica Ann Cunningham journeyed home to heaven, Saturday, February 1, 2025. Born to the loving parents of Jayne and Donald Buckley on October 9, 1942, Patti entered this world as a cherished blessing under God’s watchful care. Patti was benevolent, always offering grace, compassion, kindness, and love to everyone she encountered. Her sharp…
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, June 2, 2025: 6:45 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 40-year-old Green Bay, Wisconsin woman was cited for driving without a license, Dowland and George streets, City of Ludington. Tuesday, June 3, 2025: 5:02…
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. Sophia May Cole, the daughter of Jayd Mustaikis and Michael Cole of Fountain, was born on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births …
Dawn Marie (Gulembo) Flores, 64, of Scottville, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Dawn was born on November 20, 1960, in Kalamazoo. She was adopted by the best parents ever when she was 7 ½ months old. In 1995, she was lucky enough to find her birth family. She was a graduate of Mason County Central High School in…
BENONA TOWNSHIP, Oceana County — Mason-Oceana 911 is hosting a Limited Access Dune Community forum Thursday, June 12, at 10 a.m. at the Little Point Sable Stone Church, 668 S. Stone Church Rd., Shelby. Limited access dune communities pose a serious challenge to emergency responders who need to gain access to homes for emergencies, such as house fires. “We just…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The Mason County Historical Society’s Port of Ludington Maritime Musuem will be the recipient of the proceeds of this year’s seventh annual Blessing of the Boats, scheduled for Saturday, June 7 from 5 to 10 p.m. at the west end of Ludington Avenue. The Blessing of the Boats is sponsored by Safe Harbor Credit…
By Joan Young, MCP contributor Wish you could visit some fun places around the state of Michigan, but that it didn’t cost so much? The Library Network is here to help! Just when we are hearing so many questions about the relevance of libraries in the digital age, we are presented with yet another good reason to love the local…
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