Severe thunderstorm warning issued. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued by the National Weather Service, effective at 6:52 until 8:15 p.m. Areas impacted include Mason, Oceana and Muskegon counties. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020 Considerable clouds early. Clear…
Obituary: Larry Smith, 82, of Ludington. Larry Allan Smith, 82, of Ludington passed away on November 8, 2020. Larry will be greatly missed by his wife of 27 years Joan Smith; his three daughters Patty (Jim) Terryn, Janet (Dean) Raspotnik, Karen (Bruce) Larsen; step-daughters, Barbara (Carl) Galeana, Cindy Urban and Nancy Urban; grandchildren Jamie (Nick) Eager, Billy (Jill) Terryn, Ryan…
Obituary: Dennis Winey, 78, of Ludington. Dennis Owen Winey, 78, of Ludington passed away Sunday, November 8, 2020 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital with his children and dedicated daughter-in-law by his side. He was born July 15, 1942 in Ludington to Garman “Peg” and Lenore (Dahringer) Winey. Dennis received his high school diploma from Mason County Central in 1959. He enlisted…
Obituary: Lisa M. Vasquez, 58, of Ludington Lisa M. Vasquez, 58, of Ludington, passed away Thursday, November 5, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born April 19, 1962 in Ludington to Robert and Elizabeth (Fortier) Lucas. She graduated from Ludington High School in 1981 and went on to work as a nurse at, the now, Medilodge…
LAC honor roll LUDINGTON — The following students made the first quarter 2020-2021 marking period honor roll at Ludington Area Catholic School: Fourth Grade All A Honor Roll Eliza Schwass A/B Honor Roll: Noah Inabinet Aubrey Klein Bradey Lawler Fifth Grade All A Honor Roll: Alexis Kriesel Malissa Le Sierra Surd A/B Honor Roll: Sawyer Bishop Middle School A Honor…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 10, 2020 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: Richard A. Morton, 58, of Scottville, died on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at his home. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. Lisa M.…
Spencer elected as Scottville mayor. SCOTTVILLE — Marcy Spencer was elected by the city commission Monday, during a special post-election meeting, as mayor. Spencer has served on the commission for several years and is a lifelong resident of Scottville. She is also the second generation of her family to serve as mayor. Her father, Clayton, served on the commission from 1975…
Rural fire authority receives $124K grant from state. CUSTER — The Mason County Rural Fire Authority recently received a grant of $124,000 from the Michigan Department of Treasury for each of the fire authority’s 124 firefighters during the COVID-19 pandemic. Earlier this year, The Michigan Department of Treasury’s Office of Revenue Sharing created a grant program to pay hazard premiums…
Police chief offers tips to avoid porch piracy this holiday season. LUDINGTON — The theft of packages is expected to be a bigger problem this year due in part to COVID-19, and Ludington Police Chief Timothy Kozal offers some valuable tips to avoid porch piracy. “Over the years, going to your local department store for your shopping during the holiday…
Juveniles accused of breaking into cars. LUDINGTON — The Ludington Police Department has petitioned Mason County’s Probate Court for two Ludington area juveniles accused of breaking and entering several vehicles over the weekend during the early morning hours at the Pineway Apartment complex and in the 900 block of Mitchell Street, said Cpt. Steve Wietrzykowski. Please consider helping fund local…
Rep. O’Malley named Republican deputy whip in Michigan House LANSING — State Rep. Jack O’Malley, of Lake Ann, will assume majority caucus deputy whip responsibilities in the Michigan House after Republican legislators on Thursday selected him to the position for the 2021-22 legislative term. O’Malley represents the 101st district which includes Mason, Manistee, Benzie, and Leelanau counties. He was just re-elected…
Road commission offers online snow plowing status. SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Road Commission (MCRC) has launched a new, interactive map called Snowpaths. The service will keep people informed of the snow removal process on roads maintained by the road commission for the 2020-21 winter season. “We believe that providing Snowpaths will allow residents and public agencies to safely plan…
Bluegrass singer-songwriter to perform in WSCC Living Room Series VICTORY TOWNSHIP – Bluegrass singer-songwriter Sierra Hull will bring her signature blend of traditional bluegrass and roots music to West Shore Community College’s Performing Arts Living Room Series on Friday, Nov. 13. The virtual concert begins at 7:30 p.m., and the online event is free of charge. At only 28 years…
Chamber holding county-wide holiday decorating contest. The Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce has announced a new holiday event for 2020, Deck the Halls: A Mason County Holiday Decorating Contest. All county residents and businesses are invited to participate and light up the area in anticipation of the Christmas season. The contest is being held in lieu of the…
Obituary: Delores “Dee” Ann Johnson, 69, of Fountain. Delores “Dee” Ann Johnson, 69, of Fountain passed away unexpectedly Saturday, November 7, 2020. She was born June 6, 1951 in Watervliet to Milo and Rita (Wagner) Fargo. Dee graduated from Mason County Eastern in 1970. She went on to attend West Shore Community College where she received her associate of nursing…
Sheriff’s office handles 21 car/deer crashes over the weekend. 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 Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity over the weekend: Friday, Nov. 6, 2020: – 12:59 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 freeway north of Oceana Drive, Summit Township. –…
Recent deaths, posted Nov. 9, 2020 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: Delores “Dee” Ann Johnson, 69, of Fountain, died on Saturday, November 7, 2020. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. Larry A. Smith. 82, of…
Fin & Feather Club hosting women’s open house. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — The Fin and Feather Club of Mason County will host a Women’s Open House on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at the Fin and Feather Club located at 3276 N. Darr Road Scottville, MI 49454. The Open House is open to all community members and will run from 6 to…
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