Spartan News: Taking care of kids’ needs under all circumstances.

April 14, 2020

Spartan News: Taking care of kids’ needs under all circumstances. Spartan News is a service of Mason County Central Schools in coordination with Mason County Press. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — During normal times, Mason County Central’s Denise Jones keeps pretty busy making sure students with economic and social challenges are taken care of. Among the many titles she…

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MCP’s The Scoop: Answers about COVID-19.

April 14, 2020

MCP’s The Scoop: Answers about COVID-19. If you have questions about COVID-19, this is the video you need to watch — all the way through. Today on MCP’s The Scoop, we talk about some important topics regarding COVID-19. Kate Krieger-Watkins speaks with George Davis, clinical supervisor and registered nurse from District Health Department #10, Helen Johnson, chief operating officer and…

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Teacher Tuesday: MCC’s Linn Urka, a bittersweet retirement. 

April 14, 2020

Teacher Tuesday: MCC’s Linn Urka, a bittersweet retirement.  By Kate Krieger, MCP Staff Writer. Teacher Tuesday is a presentation of Metalworks. Metalworks is a small, family-run company with facilities located in Ludington and Manistee, manufacturing metal office filing systems. Be sure to show your support by liking the Metalworks Facebook page here. Mason County Press is featuring area educators each…

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Spectrum Health answers questions about COVID-19 and the heart.

April 14, 2020

Spectrum Health answers questions about COVID-19 and the heart. GRAND RAPIDS — New research has determined that the novel coronavirus COVID-19 can do alarming damage to the heart. In fact, one out of five patients with COVID-19 experience heart damage, according to a study published in March in JAMA Cardiology. People already diagnosed and suffering from heart disease have increased concerns about…

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Smith & Eddy hosting no-fault insurance reform webinar.

April 14, 2020

Smith & Eddy hosting no-fault insurance reform webinar. SCOTTVILLE — Smith & Eddy Insurance is hosting a free webinar via Zoom on Wednesday, April 15 at 1 p.m. to discuss Michigan’s no-fault auto insurance reform, which takes effect on July 2 of this year. This is a topic that impacts every Michigan driver. Register in advance for this webinar: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_noRt9pYmQvaaHOkYcyqYBQ

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Sunshine Wednesday.

April 14, 2020

Sunshine Wednesday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. Mostly cloudy tonight with some snow showers. Low temperature of 25 degrees. Wednesday, April 15, 2020 Sunshine and clouds mixed. High 36; low 27 Precipitation: 0% day; 10% evening. Wind: WNW 11 mph day; W 6 mph evening. Humidity: 48% day; 61% evening. Sunrise: 7:01 a.m.; sunset: 8:29 p.m. Thursday, April 16, 2020…

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Senator, state rep. continue to question governor’s newest restrictions.

April 13, 2020

Senator, state rep. continue to question governor’s newest restrictions. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. Local state legislators continue to question the most recent increases in restrictions imposed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s extension of her “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order. While both Sen. Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) and Rep. Jack O’Malley (R-Lake Ann) said they agree that social distancing and staying at…

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Waterfront Worship offers songs of hope and inspiration on social media.

April 13, 2020

Waterfront Worship offers songs of hope and inspiration on social media. LUDINGTON — Waterfont Worship, which holds an annual performance at Waterfront Park along with a songwriters’ workshop, is now posting songs of comfort and inspiration on its Facebook and Instagram pages and its YouTube channel. The songs have been written by songwriters from places including Florida, California, Indiana, Michigan…

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Deputies investigate shoplifting at Walmart.

April 13, 2020

Deputies investigate shoplifting at Walmart. #MasonCountyCrime The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office responded two separate incidents of shoplifting Saturday evening, April 11 at Walmart. The first incident occurred shortly after 7 p.m., and a 40-year-old Ludington woman is…

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Home Tips: 10 ways to baby proof your home.

April 13, 2020

Home Tips: 10 ways to baby proof your home. A presentation of Century 21 Bayshore Real Estate. What do cabinets, countertops, bath spouts, toilets, and outlets have in common? They are all areas of the home that can be dangerous for your baby or toddler. Baby-proof your home to make it a safe place for creating family memories with your…

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Yard waste pickup suspended in Ludington, Scottville, PM Twp.

April 13, 2020

Yard waste pickup suspended in Ludington, Scottville, PM Twp. Republic Services has announced that it has suspended all yard waste pickup due to Gov. Whitmer’s latest executive order restricting Michigan citizens and businesses. The City of Ludington is requesting Ludington residents return their carts and bags to their homes and wait for the restrictions to be lifted. Weekly compost bag…

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Recent deaths, posted April 13, 2020

April 13, 2020

Recent deaths, posted April 13, 2020 The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Melissa Cormany, 86, of Fountain died on Saturday, April 11.  Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. Julia Margaret Bromley, 88, of Ludington, formerly of Albany La, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at Oceana Medical Care Facility. Arrangements by Oak Grove…

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The Makers – Britter’s Twisted Whisk, LLC

April 12, 2020

The Makers – Britter’s Twisted Whisk, LLC The Makers is a presentation of Preferred Credit Union. Armed with a marketing and management degree from West Shore Community College, Brittany Septrion sells baked goods out of her home under the Michigan Cottage Food Law. She hopes to one day have her own commercial kitchen with a storefront to grow her business. Brittany worked…

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High wind advisory Monday.

April 12, 2020

High wind advisory Monday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. A wind advisory is in effect from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, April 13. Wind gusts over 50 mph are expected. A lakeshore flood advisory has also been issued. Tonight, expect rain with a low temperature of 34 degrees. Monday, April 13, 2020 Periods of rain and snow in the…

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Full Court Press: Coach Alison offers fitness classes.

April 11, 2020

Full Court Press: Coach Alison offers fitness classes. Today on MCP’s Full Court Press, Toni Swinehart interviews Alison Helminski Schwartz, who teaches physical education at Ludington Area School’s OJ DeJonge Middle School also offers adult fitness classes. During normal times, the schedule includes: Monday: 5:15 p.m., Adult Recess  Tuesday through Thursday 5:15 a.m., HIIT Bootcamp Saturday: 7 a.m., HIIT Bootcamp Monday…

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Recent deaths, posted April 11, 2020

April 11, 2020

Recent deaths, posted April 11, 2020 The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Harry Thomas O’Brien, 73, of Scottville, died on Friday, April 10, 2020.  Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington. The memorial service for James A. Carey, which was to be held on May 2, 2020 at Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, is being…

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Whitmer prohibits motorized boating.

April 10, 2020

Whitmer prohibits motorized boating. LANSING — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced today that the use of motorized watercraft is now prohibited, under orders of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. A press release from the DNR states: Under the governor’s revised “Stay Home, Stay Safe” Executive Order 2020-42, physical outdoor activity such as kayaking, canoeing, and sailing remains permissible. However, the…

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Hamlin Township reschedules April meeting.

April 10, 2020

Hamlin Township reschedules April meeting. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The April meeting of the Hamlin Township Board of Trustees originally scheduled for Thursday, April 16 has been rescheduled to Thursday, April 30, 2020. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m.

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