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Obituary: Jean Knudsen, 80, of Ludington Jean (Underwood) Knudsen went to be with her Lord on, on Friday Nov 12. She was born In Ludington to Henry and Lydia Underwood; one of eight children. She is survived by brother Richard (Virginia) Underwood and sister Nancy (Jerry) Kiel. Jean and her husband Richard, who preceded her in death, raised three boys:…
Firefighters battle Grant Township woods fire GRANT TOWNSHIP — Firefighters battled a small woods fire today near the 900 block of West White Road. Grant Township Fire Department was initially dispatched to the scene at 12:58 p.m. The fire appeared to have started along power lines in that area and spread westerly about two or three acres. Assistance was called…
Man pleads guilty to stalking charges LUDINGTON — A 30-year-old man pleaded guilty to a felony of aggravated stalking and a misdemeanor of stalking in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Nov. 14. Michael Allen Alexander, 30, is being prosecuted as a third-offense habitual offender. The charges arise from two separate criminal cases involving two different female victims. A second…
Oakes selected as new Ludington 3rd ward councilor LUDINGTON — Jeanne Oakes was selected as the new third ward councilor following a special meeting of City Council Tuesday evening. Oakes was one of five candidates who submitted letters of interest to replace Les Johnson who was recently appointed as the district 2 commissioner of the Mason County Board of Commissioners.…
LHS Drama to present “The Women of Lockerbie” LUDINGTON — Ludington High School Drama will present “The Women of Lockerbie” on Thursday, Nov. 16, Friday, Nov. 17, and Saturday, Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. at L.F. Peterson Auditorium. “The Women of Lockerbie” was written by Deborah Brevoort and takes place in Lockerbie, Scotland…
FloraCraft, Sandcastles partner for free community Christmas party LUDINGTON – FloraCraft is partnering with Sandcastles Children’s Museum to sponsor its annual Christmas party on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free event will be held at the museum, 129 E. Ludington Ave., and will include crafts, bike giveaways, a visit from Santa and more. “We are thrilled…
Community Cats TNR continues to help cat population VICTORY TOWNSHIP — Community Cats TNR, a local, non-profit group of volunteers, in partnership with Country Veterinary Clinic has trapped, neutered, and returned (TNRd) 1,500 cats as of November 7, 2023. Cat number 1,500 was a spunky black and white female, about 6 months old. She came from a large feline family…
Police news, posted Nov. 15, 2023 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, Nov. 2, 2023: 4:10 p.m., (Scottville Police Department), suspicious situation, 100 block of Thornwild Drive, City of Scottville. Friday, Nov. 3, 2023: 11:06 a.m., (SPD), warrant arrest,…
Scottville mayor recall effort dead By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — The efforts to recall Scottville Mayor Marcy Spencer has failed as the petitioners have missed the Nov. 13 deadline. Eric Thue, who was sworn onto the commission Monday after being the only candidate for an open position, attempted to start a recall against Spencer, who has served on the…
County to offer candidate deputy administrator position By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Board of Commissioners interviewed four candidates for county administrator today during a day long meeting. After several hours of interviews, the commission chose to offer a deputy administrator position to one of the candidates, with the hope that she will replace retiring…
Former lighthouse keepers association director pleads guilty to financial crimes By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON — The former executive director of the Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Association pleaded guilty in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Nov. 14, to felonies of larceny $1,000 or more and using a computer to commit a crime. Manting, 67, was arrested by the Mason…
Third defendant pleads ‘no contest’ in child trafficking case By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON — The third of three men who are defendants in a child trafficking case in Mason County has pleaded “no contest.” Kenneth John Smith, 53, pleaded Tuesday, Nov. 14, to a felony charge of using a computer to commit a crime and a misdemeanor of engaging…
Man pleads guilty to not paying nearly $30,000 in child support By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON — A 43-year-old man pleaded guilty in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court to a felony of failure to pay child support Tuesday, Nov. 14. Odell Eugene Martin, who lives out of state, was extradited to Michigan to face the charge, said Michigan Assistant Attorney…
Sentencing delayed in vulnerable adult embezzlement case By Allison Scarbrough, Editor LUDINGTON – After hearing over an hour of attorneys’ arguments about scoring offense variables during a sentencing hearing for a 36-year-old Scottville woman convicted of embezzling from vulnerable adults, Judge Susan K. Sniegowski postponed the hearing in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Nov. 14. Jessica Michelle Englebrecht was…
Fire chief: Fire started near pot plants SCOTTVILLE — Firefighters from three fire departments were dispatched at 11:08 a.m. to 109 W. Broadway Avenue Tuesday for a report of a fire. Dispatch information stated the home occupant reported the house’s basement was filling with smoke. Scottville Fire Chief Dale Larr confirmed that the fire started in the basement among marijuana…
5 seeking Ludington 3rd ward councilor seat LUDINGTON — Ludington City Council will hold a special meeting today to interview candidates for the third ward councilor seat. The seat was left vacant when Les Johnson was appointed to the Mason County Board of Commissioner District 2 seat, replacing Gary Castonia, who resigned. Interviews will begin at 6 p.m. at Ludington…
Obituary: Geri Larr, 95, of Custer Geri Ellen (Eyestone) Larr, 95, of Custer, formally of Pentwater, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023. Geri was born on December 21, 1927, the daughter of the late Frederick D. and Gladys M. (Fuller) Eyestone. She attended Pentwater High School. On September 15, 1944, she married Ernie Larr and they shared over 40…
Employment Opportunity: Custodian, Ludington Senior Center The Ludington Senior Center is accepting applications for a part-time Custodian. Flexible 15 Hrs/Week $15 per hour. Job descriptions and applications are available at the City Clerk’s Office, 400 S. Harrison St., Ludington, MI 49431 or on the City website www.ludington-mi.gov Applications should be submitted to Senior Center Director Andrea Morrell 308 S.…
Nancy Jean Kelley, 80, of Ludington, died on Saturday, November 11, 2023. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 1 p.m. at United Methodist Church of Ludington with visitation starting at noon. 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…
Evelyn Jean Urban, 90, of Fountain, died on Monday, November 13, 2023. Funeral arrangements are pending at Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths
Wietrzykowski hired as new Scottville police officer By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief SCOTTVILLE — Steve Wietrzykowski, the current Ludington Police Department second in command, has been hired by Scottville Police Department. Capt. Wietrzykowski is retiring from LPD effective the end of the year. Scottville City Manager Jimmy Newkirk confirmed Wietrzykowski’s hiring today. He said Wietrzykowski has been offered a conditional offer…
