By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Editor’s note: I do not make it a habit to become part of a story. I personally do not think it is ethical for journalists to do so. However, in this particular case it is necessary. Here’s why: SCOTTVILLE — At tonight’s Scottville City Commission meeting, the commissioners will be accepting my letter of resignation as…
LUDINGTON — A public hearing on improvements on the west end of Ludington Avenue will take place tonight during the Ludington City Council meeting. The City of Ludington is looking to create improved pedestrian access at the waterfront and specifically at the west end of Ludington Avenue. The project would also provide improved universal access to people with physical disabilities.…
Nanette Kibbet-Scribner submitted this photo of the Mason County Central High School Boys Bowling team. They took first place in Conferences Saturday 2-16-13 in Baldwin. Team members are left to right: Tristan Scribner, Brandon Priemer, Sam Shanklin, Joe Levine, Matt Lammi, and Robert Allen. Coaches in the front are Dan Koch and Laura Wolcott. MCC girls team also took first…
SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville City Commission is expected to renew its cemetery mowing contract tonight with Larsen’s Landscaping of Victory Township. The contract with Larsen’s Landscaping expired on Dec. 31, 2012. City Manager Amy Williams wrote to the commission, in a pre-meeting report, that last spring the commission chose to renew the contract with Larsen’s rather than bidding it out…
LUDINGTON — One of the persistent medical myths is that heart disease is a largely male malady. In fact, more women die each year from heart disease than men. That has been true every year since 1984. Amanda Overmyer, MD, will discuss this and other facts about women’s heart health in a public forum on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 1…
By Miranda Beebe MCP Correspondent Scottville — An anti-bullying assembly was held recently at Mason County Central Upper Elementary. The theme was “not in my school.” Kevin Kimes, principal of the Upper Elementary and guest speaker Trooper Greg Hubers of the Michigan State Police entertained the third through fifth grade students while relaying a very serious message, bullying hurts. When…
Bonnie Chaltron captured this image of the Ludington lighthouse Saturday. “I shot this tonight and think that it is a good representation of February in Ludington,” she said.
Moonlighting. A blog by Judy Cools You’re rushing around to get ready for work. Finally able to pop out the door and head for your car in the driveway, you are struck by another hurdle in getting to work on time. Vandals have covered your windows with paint! Desperate to get to work, you scrape off a 12-inch patch of…
Donald Price, aged 88 of Ludington, longtime resident of Custer, died peacefully on Thursday, February 14, 2013 with his beloved wife by his side. Don was born on May 4, 1924 in Flint to Hiram and Edith (Henson) Price and graduated from Yale High School with the class of 1942. He moved with his family to Custer in 1943, and…
Circuit Court LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in 51st Circuit Court: – Lucas Paul Andrews-Taylor, 17, 412 Rath Ave., Ludington, was found guilty Dec. 11, of larceny $200-$1,000. He was sentenced Feb. 12 to 180 days in jail with credit for 65 days served and 18 months probation. Restitution is joint and several with co-defendants. A charge…
LUDINGTON — The following court cases took place in 79th District Court this week: – Taylor Margaret Kolaski, 17, of 2383 S. Meyers Rd., Ludington was found guilty Feb. 7 of under 21 — purchase, consume, possession. Sentence: nine months probation; 20 hours community service; $265 in fines/costs; no alcohol/drugs; random PBTs (preliminary breath tests). – Logan James O’Brien, 21,…
Arraignments LUDINGTON – The following were arraigned this week in 79th District Court: – Bethany Sue Schuler. 31, of 2828 Lena Dr., Lot 542, Ludington, was arrested Feb. 7 by the Michigan State Police for the misdemeanor of receiving stolen property. Bail of $2,500 set, personal recognizance. A preliminary examination is scheduled for March 11 at 11:45 a.m. – Tai…
VICTORY TWP. — West Shore Community College will offer a free grant writing workshop on Mon., Feb, 18, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., in room 213 of the Technical Center. This grant writing workshop is a great skill builder for the beginner or intermediate grant writer. Discussion will center on learning strategies for finding funding, the importance of following directions,…
CUSTER TWP. – Frederick James Lewis, a 31 year old Ludington man, was arrested by a trooper from the Michigan State Police Hart Post Tuesday, Feb. 12. He was charged on two counts of criminal sexual conduct (CSC) first degree. Lewis was arraigned on Wednesday, Feb. 13 in the 79th District Court of Ludington. His bond has been set at…
LUDINGTON — The Ludington Police Department has recently received numerous complaints from citizens stating they are receiving phone calls advising them they have won various prizes. The prizes have ranged from new vehicles to cash. The caller states that in order to receive their prize they must pay a delivery fee. The prizes and fees have been different, but the…
Editor’s note: As MCP continues to grow, we are adding correspondents to our team. Yesterday we announced the addition of Lisa Enos to cover the county board and West Shore Community College’s board of trustees. We have also announced the addition of Allison Scarbrough who will be writing outdoor and recreation stories. I am pleased to announce another familiar person…
LUDINGTON – UPDATED. A case against Todd Lane Johnson was dismissed today after the alleged victim failed to show up to testify. Johnson, 39, of Amber Township, was scheduled to appear in front of 79th District Court Judge Peter Wadel this morning for a preliminary examination. Because the victim did not show up, Johnson’s attorney filed a motion to dismiss…
HAMLIN TWP. — The Hamlin Township board of trustees is expected to adjust the township’s budget by $63,950 when it meets Thursday at 7 p.m. at the township hall. The general fund amendments include $5,570 from state revenue sharing, $56,800 in administrative fees, $700 in planning and zoning board of appeals fees and $880 in refunds or rebates. The remainder…
By Lisa Enos MCP Correspondent LUDINGTON — The Mason County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday evening at the Mason County Courthouse and passed several resolutions quickly, with little discussion, barring one issue: loss of tax revenue regarding wind turbines and the county now having to pony up some dough to help fight a legal battle down state, the outcome of…
Editor’s Note: The MCP is growing up. We are in the process of adding correspondents to our team. Yesterday we announced the addition of Lisa Enos, who will be covering the county commission and West Shore Community College. Today, I am pleased to announced the addition of Allison Scarbrough. Allison Scarbrough is joining our team as a freelance correspondent and…
FREE SOIL — In two weeks Free Soil Community School voters will decide the fate of their school district. Classes have not been held at the school for the past few years but by law the district still exists. On Feb. 26 the voters in the district will be asked to annex it to Mason County Eastern Public Schools. The…
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