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Don Miller, 93, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024. The fourth was one of his very favorite days of the year, often having gatherings at his home on this special day. He continued the tradition that his mother started, of the Scottville Clown Band playing at Miller’s Lakeside Motel after the parade in Ludington, which continues today. Donald Verne…
WSCC News is presented by West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College is excited to announce “Connecting through Nature: Campus Hike and Tea Tasting” led by Professor of Biology Dr. Paul Bilinski, on Tuesday, Sept. 17, from 1 to 2 p.m. The interactive event invites participants to meet in the…
SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm will host its 29th annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, Sept. 15 at 1:30 p.m. The farm is located at 5487 N. Tuttle Rd. The free event is open to anyone. Pets and livestock of all sizes are welcome. Those who have lost pets may bring a flower or memory to…
Amiyah Sue Andrulis-Thomas, the daughter of Stephanie Andrulis-Thomas and Nico Andrulis-Thomas of Fountain, was born on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. List of 2024 births List of 2023 births Please Help Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LAKE MICHIGAN — The Ludington carferry tradition began 149 years ago with the first break-bulk ship hauling freight across Lake Michigan to Wisconsin. It’s a tradition that is embedded into the history and lore of Mason County. Mike Martin of Muskegon is one of two men who currently are part of an exclusive list of those…
Wilbur “Willie” Ory VanNortwick, 101, of Ludington, died Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Oakview Medical Care Facility in Ludington. He was born May 2, 1923, on the family farm in Pere Marquette Township, the son of Ory and Ruth (Nelson) VanNortwick. A full obituary will appear later. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel is in charge of arrangements.…
SCOTTVILLE — The fourth annual Scottville Fall Celebration will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14. Activities take place from 2 to 8 p.m on Main and State streets in downtown Scottville. There will be a variety of free, family-friendly activities including bounce houses, pumpkin painting, face painting, and the Scottville Choo-Choo. Food will be available for sale from a variety…
WSCC News is a presentation of West Shore Community College in partnership with Mason County Press. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — In celebration of the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution, West Shore Community College has organized a variety of activities on Monday, Sept. 16, to commemorate the vote taken on Sept. 17, 1787, by the delegates to the Constitutional…
James Burton Anderson, 72, of Ludington, died on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. 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…
Leroy John Koepnick, 38, of Ludington, died Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. 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 a…
Nancy Louise Smith, 65, of Ludington, died Monday, September 9, 2024, at home. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com ________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to continue to provide you…
Employment: Mechanic The Mason County Road Commission is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Mechanic. A commercial driver’s license (CDL) is not required to apply but would be required within six months after hire. Candidates experienced in truck and heavy equipment repair, electrical and hydraulic systems, air brakes and fabricating are preferred. Contact the Mason County Road Commission, 510…
Employment: Heavy Truck Driver/Equipment Operator/Laborer The Mason County Road Commission is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Truck Driver/Equipment Operator/Laborer. The position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) with endorsements and a minimum of three years related work experience. Candidates experienced in truck and construction equipment operation are preferred. Contact the Mason County Road Commission, 510 E. State Street,…
Sharon Edith Anderson, 85, of Ludington, died Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com ________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. Your contribution will help us to continue…
Employment: Transition Coordinator West Shore Educational Service District has a vacancy for a full-time Transition Coordinator. A bachelor’s or graduate degree in Special Education or a field related to the transition of youth with disabilities into adult life roles is required. To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to:…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — Multiple vehicles were involved in a chain-reaction crash near the intersection of US 31 and Millerton Road Tuesday morning that resulted in the highway being shut down for a few hours. Emergency responders were called to the scene at 10:04 a.m. According to emergency personnel on scene, the crash occurred as a result…
LUDINGTON — A police investigation of a bomb threat at Ludington High School Monday evening, Sept. 9, determined “that there is no immediate threat to the safety of students or the school community,” states a joint press release from the Ludington Police Department and Ludington Area Public Schools issued Tuesday morning, Sept. 10. “On September 9, 2024, at 7:47 p.m.,…
LUDINGTON — The 2024 Ludington Petunia Parade will officially end on Saturday, Sept. 14 when the petunias are expected to be removed along Ludington Avenue, Loomis Street, and Ferry Street. The petunias are purchased and maintained by the Ludington Petunia Parade Committee, a private non-profit organization. Volunteers can begin removing anytime this week. The following thank you was submitted by…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Pere Marquette Charter Township is currently conducting a survey asking the public about their recreational activities and needs. The results of the survey will be applied towards the township’s 2025-2029 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan. The current recreation plan was approved by the township board of trustees in 2020 and outlined potential projects and actions…
LUDINGTON — There are a limited amount of tickets left for the Mason County Historical Society’s second annual gala scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Stearns Hotel. The event is a major fundraiser for the Society. The cost is $75 per person. Click here to purchase tickets. “We held our first gala last year to coincide with the Ludington sesquicentennial and…
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