Obituary: Danny O’Brien, 74, of Scottville. Danny O’Brien, 74, of Scottville passed away on October 27, 2020 in Grand Rapids. He was born on May 8, 1946 in Jamestown, NY to Danny and Ruth (Nieder) O’Brien and and grew up with his siblings in rural Chautauqua County. As a teenager, he loved spending time working on cars with his best…
Obituary: Jeanette Tillotson, 74, Ludington. Jeanette Ann (Bresley) Tillotson, 74. passed away peacefully and surrounded by family at her home in Ludington on Sunday, April 18, 2021 following a diagnosis of cancer three weeks earlier. Jeanette was born in Custer on December 29, 1946 to James and Ella Bresley and grew up in the Ludington area, attending South Hamlin Elementary…
Temps rising. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: A few passing clouds tonight. Low temperature of 36 degrees. Wind south-southwest at 6 mph. Friday, April 23, 2021 Considerable cloudiness. Slight chance of a rain shower. High 57; low 41. Precipitation: 15% day; 24% evening. Wind: SW 13 mph day;…
Old school machinist A tribute to Roger Hansen. Editor’s Note: As a writer, photojournalist, and historian, I am blessed to be able to enter into people’s lives and tell their story. In my 35-year career I have written hundreds of “human interest” stories and remember most of them. Some stand out more than others. I have always been proud of…
Hearing for man accused of killing 3 in Walhalla adjourned, again. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A probable cause hearing for a Manton man accused of killing three people in Walhalla has been adjourned for the second time. David Allen Wellington, 27, of 7119 E. 12 Road, Manton, faces seven criminal counts including two counts of second degree murder,…
Obituary: Roger Hansen, 79, of Cherry Hill Farm, Amber Township. Roger L. Hansen, 79, of Ludington, passed away April 19, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Finally at peace following a courageous five year struggle with AL amyloidosis and very recently complicated by MDS leukemia. Born December 30, 1941 to Leo and Agnes (Lund) Hansen, he lived his entire life…
William “Bill” Eugene Dorman, 84, of Ludington, passed away on April 15, 2021. Bill was born on April 4, 1937 in Snover, the son of Vivian and Isla (Moore) Dorman. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and was a member of the American Legion. Bill worked his entire career at Crown, Cork, and Seal. He…
Suspended license citations top police activity. The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. The following is activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday, April 20, 2021: 8:16 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Free Soil Road east of Schoenherr Road, Meade Township. 2:55 p.m., a 38-year-old Muskegon woman…
Community Foundation for Mason County awards grants The Advisory Board of the Community Foundation for Mason County recently approved grant awards to a variety of community organizations in support of projects throughout Mason County. A total of $64,350 was awarded from Unrestricted and Field of Interest Funds through the competitive application process, overseen by the grant committee and the Community…
Obituary: Carol Hunt, 90, of Ludington. Carol Jane Hunt, 90, of Ludington, died Wednesday, April 7, 2021, at MediLodge of Ludington. She was born April 21, 1930, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the daughter of John and Ada (Williams) Fulk. Carol was small in stature but big in heart and soul, which allowed her to see the good in people! She…
Recent births, posted April 21, 2021. The following births have been reported: Olin Scott Hinkle, the son of Brooke and Dustin Hinkle of Ludington, was born on Monday, April 19, 2021. Jameson Robert Boettcher, the son of Julia and Staffan Boettcher of Ludington, was born on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Isaiah James Luevano, the son of Kelsey Jensen and James Luevano, of Scottville,…
Frost warning continues tonight. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: A frost warning is in effect until 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 22. Scattered snow flurries are possible tonight with a low temperature of 28 degrees. Winds west-southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Thursday, April 22, 2021 Clear skies.…
Recent deaths, posted April 21, 2021 This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. The following recent death information has been reported to MCP: Michael Paul Gavrilides, 70, of Ludington, died on Monday, April 19, 2021. Arrangements by Beacon Funeral & Cremation. Arrangements by Beacon Funeral & Cremation. Deborah “Debbie”…
Teacher Spotlight: MCE’s Sherman and Rowe. By Kate Krieger-Watkins, staff writer. Teacher Spotlight is a presentation of Shelby State Bank, with offices in Ludington, Pentwater, Shelby, Hart, Hesperia, Manistee, Montague, Whitehall, North Muskegon, and Fruitport. CUSTER – Many educators work their entire lives without finding that special co-worker to share experiences with, but this cannot be further from the truth…
Obituary: Christopher “The Boatman” Herlein, 54, of Ludington. Christopher Andrew Herlein, AKA “The Boatman,” 54, of Ludington, passed away Sunday, April 18, 2021. He was born March 2, 1967, in Muskegon, the son of Merlin and Virginia (Cook) Herlein. In May of 2010, Chris walked into the studio and offices of K-Rock radio seeking employment. His radio experience, knowledge of…
Ludington native awarded ‘Sailor of the Quarter.’ By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Grant Grady. BOSTON – Ludington native and Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Blake Bentz was awarded Sailor of the Quarter aboard USS Constitution, April 15. Sailor of the Quarter is awarded to a sailor who exemplifies outstanding dedication to duty and superior performance by going above and beyond…
WSCC to hold mini commencements. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College students are nearing the end of the winter semester, which, for many, means commencement. The annual ceremony was cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19. This year, commencement will be held, but it will be much different than the traditional ceremony held at the Recreation Center arena. There will…
Arch Staffing waives fee for Scottville city manager search. SCOTTVILLE — During its regular meeting Monday, April 19, Scottville City Commission voted to extend a job offer to Scottville native Jim Newkirk of Oscoda (see related story here). In March, the commission hired Arch Staffing of Ludington to assist with the search for a manager. The local firm bid a…
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