By Judy Cools. When I was growing up, there was a phrase we sometimes used: “Conspicuous by his absence.” Or by its absence… or any of a number of other variations of being obviously absent. The idea, of course, is that you might not give a thought to something if you’re accustomed to seeing it, but when it’s gone –…
LUDINGTON – The following were arraigned this week in 79th District Court: Rhonda May Tomasik, 50, 5976 Fourth St., Ludington, was arrested Feb. 3 by Mason County Sheriff’s Department for the felony of larceny between $1,000 and $20,000. Bail of $5,000 was set with a deposit of 10 percent. A preliminary examination is scheduled for Feb. 13 at 11:15 a.m.…
The following review was submitted by Deej Miller on the Lakeside Civic Players’ production of RENT, which debuted Thursday night at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts. See related story here. Homosexuality, AIDS, drug use and more covered in Ludington performance of Rent. Ludington’s own Lakeside Civic Players set out to tackle Broadway’s gem, RENT, a controversial musical that…
LUDINGTON — One person was sentenced to prison this week in 51st Circuit Court. Here is a summary of the week’s proceedings: – Garth Allen Kimbler, 42, 5501 W. Rasmussen Rd., Pere Marquette Twp., was sentenced Feb. 5 for the Dec. 11, 2012 conviction of carrying weapons with unlawful intent , felony firearms, malicious destruction of property $1,000 to $20,000…
LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in 79th District Court: Sentences – Lisa Kay Wilson, 53, 906 N. Washington Ave., Apt. 13, Ludington was found guilty on Feb. 4 for breaking and entering. She was sentenced to 90 days discretionary jail for one year and must pay $580 in fines and costs. – Mark Edward Dekle, 25, 8327…
From the governor’s blog. By Gov. Rick Snyder. Michigan is the comeback state of the nation, but for all we’ve done, it’s just not good enough. Now is the time to continue our reinvention with the FY 2014 budget, and we should follow the principles that we follow as families and individuals — live within our means, save for a…
Do you have a nose for news? Are you interested in what’s happening around your community? Can you write? The Mason County Press is looking for a stringer (or two) to cover some local government boards. Applicants should have writing experience (journalism experience/education preferred) and a knowledge of local government. Preference will be given to applicants who are familiar with…
AMBER TWP. — Three vehicles were involved in a crash on U.S. 10-31 east of Dennis Road about 4:15 p.m. this afternoon. Three people received minor injuries. Roads have become slick as wet snow has com down in Mason County.
SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville City Commission is not expected to take action on the city’s future goals, despite what has been reported in another news medium. Last month city commissioners, Main Street committee members and planning commissioners were asked to look at the city’s master plan and select their top three to five goals from that plan. Ultimately those goals…
PENTWATER — The fact that there is a winter storm warning today is not really surprising to Kay Feole. After all, today is her last day as a dispatcher for Mason-Oceana 911, and why would you want your last day to be uneventful? Kay was one of the first dispatcher hired by 911 when it started in 1995. She is…
Started in 1988, the Hoffman Challenge has grown to be a premiere traveling quilt, clothing, and doll collection. The quality of entries and a growing number of exhibit requests have led us to establish additional traveling collections. Currently, twelve collections travel coast-to-coast within the USA and to several Canadian locations. This year the Hoffman Challenge is celebrating its 24th Anniversary.…
VICTORY TWP. — West Shore Community College is having a Financial Aid workshop on Feb. 13th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The workshop will be located in the Technical Center, room 210. Experts will be on hand to assist students in completing their FAFSA for the upcoming 2013-14 school year. Please bring your 2012 Federal taxes with you. Contact the…
LANSING — State Rep. Ray Franz, R-Onekama, today joined Secretary of State Ruth Johnson, state veterans advocates and other lawmakers at a news conference in the Capitol to unveil several initiatives to assist the more than 650,000 military veterans who live in Michigan. Among the proposals the Legislature will be working on with the Johnson are a veteran designation on…
LUDINGTON — The theater scene in Mason County has probably never really seen anything quite like “RENT.” Actor Adam Knudsen, who plays one of the lead characters, says the play is about real life. “The message of the show is about the challenges of modern society,” Knudsen says. “It deals with drug addiction, AIDS, homosexuality and the consequences of choices…
The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a winter storm warning beginning noon Thursday until noon Friday. The following is the alert: Alert includes the following counties: Mason, MI; Lake, MI; Osceola, MI; Clare, MI; Oceana, MI; Newaygo, MI; Mecosta, MI; Isabella, MI; Muskegon, MI; Montcalm, MI; Gratiot, MI; Ottawa, MI; Kent, MI; Ionia, MI; Clinton, MI; Allegan, MI; Barry, MI; Eaton, MI; Ingham, MI … WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON THURSDAY…
LUDINGTON — Ever wonder what’s happening on the local entertainment scene? Get tired of the straight-laced traditional Scene? Yeah, us too. West Michigan now has an alternative source for your entertainment needs, The Wave, and it ain’t your daddy’s newspaper. The Wave is a collaboration of local art and entertainment supporters spearheaded by Andy Thomas, owner of A.M. Galleries in…
LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Schools board of education has hired Lynn Bollman to help continue the search for superintendent. Bollman will be working with consultant Dr. Michael Washburn. Bollman, whose resume includes superintendent of Pentwater Public Schools and Wexford-Missaukee Intermediate School District, is being added because of Washburn may not be available throughout the search process. The external job…
RIVERTON TWP. — Two people were injured as the result of a rollover crash on South Brye Road Monday night. The driver, Elizabeth Wilson, 43, Ludington, was pinned in the vehicle and had to be extricated using the Jaws of Life. She was airlifted by Aeromed, to Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. Andrew Wicklund, the 50-year-old passenger, was transported…
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