Man sentenced to year in jail for third-offense domestic violence, assaulting/resisting police

June 27, 2024

LUDINGTON — A 45-year-old man was sentenced to one year in jail in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, June 25, for convictions of third-offense domestic violence and assaulting/resisting/obstructing police. Jacob Kyle Vega pleaded “no contest” to the charges April 30, according to court records, and a second count of assaulting/resisting/obstructing police was dismissed. Vega was also ordered to three…

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Scottville Police Department news, posted June 27, 2024

June 27, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent activity of the Scottville Police Department: Thursday, June 20, 2024: 9:43 a.m., malicious destruction of property, 300 block of West Beryl Street, City of Scottville. 2:09 p.m., stray dog, 200 block of West Broadway Avenue, City of Scottville. 2:48…

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Senior millage renewal on August ballot

June 27, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief When Mason County voters go to the polls for the primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 6, they will be asked to vote on a millage renewal to support senior citizens. The rate, not to exceed .2979 mill, will generate about $739,783 annually for six years. A mill is calculated as $0.2979 on each $1,000 of taxable…

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Employment: Mechatronics Paraprofessional, Career & Technical Education

June 27, 2024

Employment: Mechatronics Paraprofessional, Career & Technical Education West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for a Mechatronics Paraprofessional- CTE. High School diploma and two years experience working with machine tools and/or CNC mills/lathes required.  To view a complete job posting, please visit our website at www.wsesd.org.  Send cover letter, resume and credentials to:  Human Resources, West Shore ESD,…

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Oakes appointed interim Ludington city manager

June 26, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Jeanne Oakes has been appointed by City Council to serve as interim city manager following the resignation of Mitch Foster. Oakes had been serving as the third ward councilor. Oakes has a bachelor’s degree with a major in education from Central Michigan University and a master’s degree in education leadership from Western Michigan University.…

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Reward offered for arrest of beach concession vandals

June 26, 2024

LUDINGTON — Ludington Police Department is offering a $500 reward for information that directly leads to an arrest in connection to vandalism that occurred at the north concession stand at Stearns Park sometime last night. The police department reports that someone drew over several walls on the stand, including obscenities. “The City of Ludington DPW team is working diligently to…

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Police news, posted June 26, 2024

June 26, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is Mason County Sheriff’s Office activity Wednesday, June 25, 2024: 2:30 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, Hawley Road west of Morton Road, Riverton Township. 4:40 a.m., car/deer crash, no injury, US 31 south of Hansen Road, Custer Township. 6:01 a.m., one-vehicle…

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Ludington man injured in Oceana Co. SUV vs. truck crash

June 26, 2024

GOLDEN TOWNSHIP, Oceana County — A 28-year-old Ludington man was transported by Life EMS to Trinity Health Lakeshore Hospital in Shelby following an SUV vs. truck crash on Deer Road near 40th Avenue Monday, June 24, shortly after 3 p.m., according to an Oceana County Sheriff’s Office accident report. The Ludington man who was driving a 2020 Ford Expedition SUV…

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Shelby State Bank announces promotions

June 26, 2024

SHELBY — Shelby State Bank has announced several promotions of bank staff throughout its west Michigan market area. Janis Vanderputte has been promoted to senior vice president along with her previous title of compliance officer and information security officer. She has been with Shelby State Bank since 2016 and was instrumental in the technology upgrades earlier this year. Keely Moon…

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Recent death: Cynthia (Hall) Hooper, 81, of Ludington

June 26, 2024

Cynthia (Hall) Hooper, 81, of Ludington, died on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Funeral arrangements are pending by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services in Scottville. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a…

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Recent births, posted June 26, 2024

June 26, 2024
Recent births, posted June 26, 2024

Weston Lee Meir, the son of Jodi Reminder and Ryan Meir of Branch, was born on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Please Help Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The…

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Storm results in downed trees, utility lines

June 25, 2024

Several emergency units were dispatched early this morning to respond to trees and utility lines down on several county roads, including North US 31. US 31 between Sugar Grove and Fountain roads is currently closed as of 9 a.m. Trees on US 31 freeway in Muskegon County blocked traffic near Russel Road. Another storm rolled in early this morning, this…

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Obituary: Evelyn ‘Evie’ Hartley, 86, of Ludington

June 25, 2024

Evelyn “Evie” Lillian Hartley, 86, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday June 19, 2024. Evie had spent her last few months living in Scottville being cared for at her daughter Karol’s home. She was born March 29, 1938, the daughter of Matthew Leonard and Lillian Almira (Andersen) Gould. Evie attended Ludington High School, graduating in 1956. On December 15, 1956, she…

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Recent death: Thomas D. Holder, 74, of Ludington

June 25, 2024

  Thomas D. Holder, 74, of Ludington, died on Monday, June 24, 2024. 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 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths __________ Support Local News Receive email alerts and recaps starting at $10 per month Thank you for reading…

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Bid Notification: Alley Paving, City of Ludington

June 25, 2024

2024-2025 Alley Paving Contract Bid Notification – City of Ludington The City of Ludington is accepting proposals for the 2024-2025 Alley Paving Contract. Proposals will be accepted until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at City Hall, 400 S. Harrison Street, Ludington, MI 49431.  All proposals must be placed in a sealed envelope with “Alley Paving” clearly marked on…

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Sheriff’s Reserve Unit looking for more volunteers

June 24, 2024

By Brooke Hammond, MCP Intern LUDINGTON —The Mason County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Unit is a group of individuals who volunteer to serve their community alongside local law enforcement. According to the Mason County Sheriff’s Office website the MCSO Reserve Unit began in 1954 under Sheriff Ed Anderson. Originally the group was responsible for the rescue truck that housed vehicle extrication…

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Weekend police news, posted June 24, 2024

June 24, 2024

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is police activity in Mason County over the weekend: Friday, June 21, 2024: 7 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), car/deer crash, no injury, Beyer Road west of US 31, Victory Township. 12:33 p.m., (MCSO), breaking and entering of a camper, Meyers…

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Employment: Instructional Services Specialist – Math

June 24, 2024

Employment: Instructional Services Specialist – Math West Shore Educational Service District has a position vacancy for an Instructional Services Specialist-Math. Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and five years experience required. For a complete list of requirements and responsibilities visit our website at www.wsesd.org. Send cover letter, resume and credentials to: Human Resources, West Shore ESD, 2130 W. US 10, Ludington,…

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Registration now open for Young Eagles event

June 23, 2024

PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Pilots Association, EAA Chapter 772, will again host its Young Eagles event on Saturday, July 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mason County Airport. The event offers free airplane rides for children ages 8 to 17 with signed parental consent. Pilots and ground support personnel participating in the event donate…

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Crystal Valley Ski Area an underused hiking area

June 23, 2024

By Joan Young, Contributing Writer Within Oceana County and the Manistee National Forest hides a trail system that offers plenty of recreational opportunities throughout the year. However, its primary purpose is a series of cross-country ski loops, including some of serious difficulty. These are diligently maintained by the Oceana Cross-Country Ski Association (OCCSA). Just 12 miles south of Scottville, the…

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Recent death: Nancy Louise Duffy, 98, of Ludington

June 23, 2024

Nancy Louise Duffy, 93, of Ludington, died Wednesday, June 19, 2024. She was born January 13, 1931, in Champaign, Illinois, the daughter of Wilson and Pearl (Hughes) Hill. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com _______ Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10…

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