Dinner will be served from 4 to 6 p.m. with services beginning at 6:30 p.m. To reserve a meal for delivery, call 231-845-9596. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — For many years Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 501 E. Danaher St., has hosted a community Christmas Day dinner, free to anyone who wished to attend. The church also hosts a Thanksgiving Dinner as…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court magistrate: Misdemeanors – Chalene Kay Lopez, 36, of 1751 W. US 10, Amber Township; Dec. 5; Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO); possession of marijuana. Pretrial: Jan. 4 at 11:45 a.m. Bail: $2,500/10 percent. – Kelly Jo Stoudt, 35, of 222 Second…
Contributed by Ron Beeber. PENTWATER — Men and women of the Pentwater Service Club will staff a Salvation Army Red Kettle collection point in front of the the Pentwater Post Office from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, and Saturday, Dec. 19. This continues a service club outreach project started over 25 years ago. The Club is…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 39-year-old Hamlin Township man testified in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Dec. 8, that he embezzled over $17,000 from Grand Rental Station, where he worked. Angelo Barrera Mendez, of 6509 W. Decker Rd., was arrested Oct. 8 by the Hart post of the Michigan State Police. Mendez initially faced felonies of larceny by…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 24-year-old Ravenna man serving a two to 15 year prison sentence for operating/maintaining a meth lab pleaded guilty in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Dec. 8, to methamphetamine possession. Donald Ray Picklesimer III, faces a term of one-and-a-half to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty as charged. In exchange for his plea,…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 49-year-old Ludington man faces one-and-a-half to five years in prison after pleading “no contest” Tuesday, Dec. 8, in 51st Circuit Court for pulling out a knife during a bar fight last summer. Eric Lee Gillespie, of 222 E. Melendy St., pleaded “no contest” to felonious assault and carrying a concealed weapon. As…
Recent births are brought to you by Shelby Gem Factory. See more information about these fine businesses below. Births took place at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, unless indicated otherwise. Tyler Anthony Merrill-Bowen, the son of Kimberly and Kevin Merrill-Bowen, was born December 5, 2015. Joshua Lee Parr Jr., the son of Margaret-Amelia Williams and Joshua Parr Sr. of Baldwin, was born December 7,…
LUDINGTON — The Lights and Love holiday tree on the front lawn at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital is beginning to fill with lights, purchased by people through the hospital foundation to honor or remember loved ones. Each donation of $20 adds a light to the tree. The proceeds benefit the hospital’s Family Birthing Center. The tradition of filling the tree…
Editor’s Note: When winter weather eventually arrives, stay tuned to MasonCountyPress.com and our social media sites (Facebook, Twitter), for the latest closings, delays and cancelations. The announcements will be brought to you by Abrahamson’s Towing, 231-843-2990. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — While the above-normal temperatures lately have been unseasonal for early December, it’s very likely that winter…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — A 41-year-old Ludington man faces one year in jail after pleading guilty Tuesday, Dec. 8, in 51st Circuit Court to two counts of attempted assault by strangulation and two counts of domestic violence stemming from two incidents that occurred within five days. Adam Bruce Ireland, of 708 Fifth St., was initially facing two…
REED CITY — Every day, thousands of cancer patients need a ride to treatment, but some may not have a way to get there. The American Cancer Society has recently partnered with Spectrum Health to expand its Road to Recovery program. The following options are available: As a collaborative effort between Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital and Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital,…
Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers will be enhancing statewide efforts to enforce snowmobile decibel level rules this winter. Noncompliance of the rules could damage Michigan’s nationally recognized trail system because 50 percent of trails pass through private land. Enhanced efforts will focus on the DNR-managed trail systems, high-use areas and areas where complaints are received. While on routine…
The police news is sponsored by Benedict-Shilander Collision, now located at 5851 W. U.S. 10 behind Family Video; 231-843-4181 and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw. The following is recent local law enforcement activity: Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015: – 8:29 p.m., (Michigan State Police, Hart post), a 20-year-old Ludington man was cited for no…
Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan, Erin Doan State Farm Insurance, Scottville;www.erindoan.com. Winter’s on its way! Get ready by preparing your home and vehicle for colder weather. You can improve your safety, save money and keep comfortable throughout winter with a few simple steps: At Home: Have you… Cleaned the gutters? Clear debris from gutters and test…
West Shore Bank will hold holiday open houses at all its branch locations this Friday, Dec. 11, 2015, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The bank has offices in Ludington, Scottville, Manistee and Hart. For more information, visit www.WestShoreBank.com.
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — Sally Cole is the newest city commissioner. Cole was appointed Monday night during the commission’s regular meeting, replacing David Johnson, who recently resigned for personal reasons. Cole owns Cole’s Antique Villa and has been serving on the planning commission and downtown development authority. As a city commissioner, Cole will need to resign from the…
LUDINGTON — Habitat for Humanity of Mason County is going to give one side of the county an opportunity for some bragging rights in the upcoming year. On Sunday, Dec. 27, Hoops for Homes alumni basketball event will be held at Hawley Gymnasium at Ludington High School. The event’s forerunners were the annual basketball games between alumnus from Mason County…
Mason County Press is brought to you free 24 hours a day, seven days a week thanks to the generosity of advertisers. Safe Harbor Credit Union of Ludington is one of those great advertisers. LUDINGTON — Safe Harbor Credit Union is offering a 12 month Christmas loan with payments as low as $45 per month. Kyle Gurzynski, operations manager, said…
CUSTER — Mason County Eastern Schools has implemented a new district-wide program this school year known as Cardinal PROUD (Prepared, Respectful, Optimistic, United and Dedicated) in the secondary and Cardinal BEST (Be Kind, Earn Respect, Stay Safe, Take Responsibility) in the elementary. “This is part of our Multi-tier System of Supports (MTSS) and Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports, or PBIS,…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — A new specialty store in downtown Ludington has been started to meet the shipping and packaging needs of businesses and the general public. That Shipping Place is the first business to debut at the new Eclectic Market Place multi-purpose building, 307 S. James St. It is owned and operated by Amanda Ohlson and Dan…
Gloria Ann Johnson, 62, of Branch, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2015. Arrangements by King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ludington. Martha Buckmaster, 78, of Branch passed away Sunday, December 6, 2015 at her home. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services – Stephens Funeral Home, Scottville. List of 2015 deaths on record.
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