By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — A 45-year-old man died Tuesday afternoon following a water emergency at the mouth of the Big Sable River at the Ludington State Park. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at 1:49 p.m. for a report of a person struggling in the water. “Several persons entered…
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP (1:52 p.m.) — Emergency crews have been dispatched to Ludington State Park for a water emergency. Mason-Oceana 911 dispatch information stated that a 45-year-old male was found struggling at the mouth of the Big Sable River at Lake Michigan. Multiple people came to his aid and started performing CPR once he was brought back to shore. Use caution…
LUDINGTON — Sandcastles Children’s Museum, 129 E. Ludington Ave., will be closed on Wednesday, July 10 and Thursday, July 11 for air conditioning repairs. The units were damaged during a recent power outage. The museum will be open again on Friday, July 12 at 11 a.m. Normal summer hours are Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and…
Richard Lee Haldeman, 91 Years Young, of Ludington, formerly of Boyne City and Royal Oak, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, while under hospice care. Richard was born on April 12, 1933, to Frederick C. Haldeman Sr. and Toreeca M. (Nee: Furgeson) Haldeman in Romeo. After Richard graduated from Romeo High School in 1951, he served two years in…
A ceremony to honor and remember the life of Ivan Anthony will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 12 at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Riverton Township. Friends may meet with Ivan’s family on Thursday, July 11 from 6 to 8 p.m., and on Friday from 10 a.m. until noon at St. Paul’s Church. Those who wish…
Harriet Emmerling Feria, affectionately known by her family as Dolly, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at the age of 82 in Ludington. Born on August 28, 1941, in Batesville, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Johnye Harris and grew to be a beloved figure in her community and beyond.…
Steven Aranyi, 89, of Ludington, died peacefully at home on Saturday, July 6, 2024. Funeral arrangements are pending by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for…
Jean Mary (Underwood) Knudsen, 80, of Ludington, passed away on November 10, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from noon to 3 p.m. at Amber Township Hall, 177 S. Amber Rd. Read Jean’s obituary here. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. __________ Please Support Local News Receive daily MCP…
Theodore Michael Benjamen, the son of Carol Burton and Theron Benjamen of Manistee, was born on Sunday, July 7, 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…
Employment Opportunity: Administrative Support Specialist Mason County Central Schools is currently accepting applications for the position of Administrative Support Specialist. The job includes providing support to the Board of Education, Superintendent, and Central Business Office. For details and to apply, visit www.mccschools.org, job #594. Application deadline is July 24, 2024 at 4 p.m. EOE This is a paid posting, posted…
The Allis-Chalmers WC was purchased new from a Scottville dealership in 1941 By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief Editor’s Note: Where the heck is Fern? According to longtime resident Estella Stickney, it is located on South Custer Road, in Eden Township, between Hawley and Marrison roads with the epicenter being the intersection of Custer and Sippy roads. So, if you didn’t know,…
LUDINGTON — The SS Badger remained at its home dock in Ludington today, undergoing electrical system repairs. The Badger has been out of service since Saturday evening. It is expected to be operating again Tuesday morning. After departing Manitowoc Saturday afternoon, an electrical issue arose while the ship was underway to Ludington. The problem was quickly identified allowing the ship…
LUDINGTON — The Chamber Alliance of Mason County, along with local news media, will host a candidates’ forum on Thursday, July 11 at Waterfront Park, beginning at 7 p.m. The event will include local and state candidates who are running in the Aug. 6 primary election. The event is being co-hosted by chamber media members Mason County Press, Ludington Daily…
RIVERTON AND SUMMIT TOWNSHIPS — A 52-year-old Pentwater man who ran from police was arrested by Mason County sheriff’s deputies with the assistance of a police dog Saturday, July 6, shortly before 8 p.m. “He was captured following a lengthy K-9 track and foot chase,” said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The pursuit began when “he passed a stationary Mason…
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: Thursday, July 4, 2024: 5:20 p.m., (Ludington Police Department), a 47-year-old Niles woman was arrested for larceny after a report of a stolen bicycle at Stearns Park, City of Ludington. She was lodged in…
Mathew John Mazeika, 84, of Ludington, passed away peacefully in his sleep, on Monday, July 1, 2024. Matt was born in February 12, 1940, in Detroit, to Veronica and Matthew Mazeika, the oldest of five boys. Except for a brief time in Texas and two years in the Army, Matt lived in Mason County nearly his entire life. He worked…
William “Bill” Frederick Montgomery, 76, of Ludington, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Bill was born on October 13, 1947, the son of Ralph and Elizabeth (Sellers) Montgomery. He was a proud graduate of Spring Lake High School and later earned an associate degree in criminal justice from West Shore Community College. On August 19, 1978, Bill married the…
Dr. Robert L. Eisenlohr, 92, died on Saturday, March 2, 2024. He was born on June 23, 1931. He is a former business manager for Mason County Central Schools. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Bear Lake Community Church, 7861 Main Street in Bear Lake. The family will receive friends from…
Donald Verne Miller, 93, of Ludington, died on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at the Village Manor of Ludington. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com _______ Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The easiest way is to sign up for…
William Patrick Standish, the son of Elizabeth and Shawn Standish of Ludington, was born on Monday, July 8, 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 easiest…
LUDINGTON — The SS Badger is currently in port while repairs are being made to its electrical system. After departing Manitowoc Saturday afternoon, an electrical issue arose while the ship was underway to Ludington. The problem was quickly identified allowing the ship to safely continue its cross-lake operation. “To provide safe and reliable service in the future, the ship remains…
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