Manistee police release video of college president being arrested

August 20, 2014

MANISTEE — The Manistee Police Department released the videos today showing the arrest of Charles Dillon, president of West Shore Community College on Aug. 6, 2014. The video published here was taken from one of two patrol vehicles that pulled Dillon over. It starts by showing Dillon being chased by another police car on U.S. 31 just north of the…

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Fountain man arrested for third DWLS

August 20, 2014
Fountain man arrested for third DWLS

The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com. CUSTER — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 54-year-old Fountain man Tuesday at 3:50 p.m. for driving while license suspended, third arrest. The arrest took place following a traffic stop at Main and Sanders streets. Other activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office…

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Welcome to the world! Recent births.

August 20, 2014
Welcome to the world! Recent births.

Birth announcements are sponsored by ABC Kidz/Purple Monkey, 123 E. Ludington Ave. Check them out here on Facebook.  Welcome to the world! Wrenna Ann Marsh, the daughter of Trisha and Joshua Marsh of Hart, was born Aug. 12, 2014 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Cooper Chase Courtland, the son of Jennifer and Todd Courtland of Ludington, was born Aug. 14, 2014 at…

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College president may face ‘super drunk’ charges

August 20, 2014
College president may face ‘super drunk’ charges

MANISTEE — Charles Dillon, president of West Shore Community College, had a blood alcohol level of .186 when he was pulled over by Manistee Police Department on Aug. 6 in the Oleson’s grocery store parking lot. The police released the results this morning. A blood alcohol level over .17 grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood qualifies a charge…

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3 charged in Meijer baseball bat incident

August 20, 2014
3 charged in Meijer baseball bat incident

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. AMBER TWP — A 17-year-old Fremont man was arrested Tuesday for malicious destruction of property, assault with intent to rob while armed, and manufacture of methamphetamine following a bizarre incident at the Meijer store on US-10. Using a baseball bat, the suspect allegedly smashed out the glass door of a beverage cooler in the checkout…

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Free Soil man arrested in connection with Manistee safe stealing

August 20, 2014

MANISTEE — Manistee police have arrested two people in connection with stealing a safe from the Cassman School. Andrew Blue Lawrence, 23, of Free Soil has been charged with 20 felony counts in connection to stealing the safe on May 12, 2014. A 14-year-old Manistee boy has also been charged with the same felonies. According to Manistee Director of Public…

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Dense fog advisory

August 20, 2014

The National Weather Service has issued a dense fog advisory until 11a.m. Weather alert sponsored by Urka Auto Center. www.urkaautos.com.

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Country Kids Day at White Pine Village

August 19, 2014
Country Kids Day at White Pine Village

PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — Historic White Pine Village will present Country Kids Day on Thursday, Aug. 21. The event is a combination of two regular events, Down on the Farm Day and Children’s Day. The day is geared with attractions for kids of all ages including a farm animal petting zoo, horses from the Mason County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Patrol…

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New electronic publication promotes downtown Scottville, MCC schools

August 19, 2014

SCOTTVILLE — The MCC Educational Foundation and Scottville Main Street have partnered to create the Scotville Current, an informational electronic publication for the Scottville area. The educational foundation serves Mason County Central school district while Scottville Main Street serves as the downtown development authority for the city of Scottville. The Current will feature updates on both organizations, and highlights of…

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The Wall Project. A time for healing.

August 19, 2014
The Wall Project. A time for healing.

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Mason County is about to be part of a very unique experience. Beginning Wednesday, Aug. 27 to Sunday, Aug. 31, a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, also known as the Wall, will encompass City Park. The Vietnam Traveling Wall Project is being organized by Mason County Allied Veterans Council with the help of…

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Bat-wielding suspect at Meijer store

August 19, 2014
Bat-wielding suspect at Meijer store

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. AMBER TWP — Law enforcement is clearing the scene at the Meijer store on US-10 this morning after a report of a man swinging a baseball bat inside the store. Lt. Jeff White of the Hart post of the Michigan State Police said two Hart troopers and other local enforcement were still at the scene…

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Scottville to allow ORVs

August 19, 2014

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Police Department, with the approval of city commission, has issued a temporary traffic order allowing off road vehicles to travel through the city. For the past several months, the city commission has been discussing the idea of allowing ORVs in the city. All townships in Mason County, with the exception of Pere…

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Clown Band to perform in Scottville tonight

August 19, 2014
Clown Band to perform in Scottville tonight

SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Clown Band is coming home, again. Tonight, at 7 p.m., the band helps celebrate the 25th anniversary of the building of the Scottville Clown Band Shell — unless there is rain. In case of rain, the concert will be moved to the Mason County Central High School gymnasium. Tonight’s concert is also a fundraiser for the…

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Thunderstorms may continue tonight

August 19, 2014
Thunderstorms may continue tonight

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com.  Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2014: Decreasing cloudiness with temperatures slowly falling to near 69F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Tonight: Scattered thunderstorms early, then partly cloudy after midnight. Low around 60F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 40%. Sunset: 8:44 p.m.  Sunrise:…

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Vice presidents to share presidential duties at college

August 18, 2014

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief.  VICTORY TWP. — The two vice presidents of West Shore Community College will be overseeing the operation of the college in the absence of President Charles Dillon, who was suspended last week. See related story here.  Lisa Stich, vice president of academic and student services and Scott Ward, vice president of administrative services will oversee day…

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Love MCP fundraising campaign

August 18, 2014
Love MCP fundraising campaign

MasonCountyPress.com has been around for just over 2 1/2 years. In that time we have seen tremendous growth in our readership. This free service is brought to you free through the generous support of our advertisers. Lately, several readers have asked how they can give back a little themselves. While we do not charge our readers, we are happy to…

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College board to discuss interim operations in absence of suspended president

August 18, 2014

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief.  VICTORY TWP. —The West Shore Community College Board of Trustees will be deciding this afternoon the interim operational structure of the college in the wake of the suspension of President Charles Dillon. Dillon was suspended with pay following a special meeting of the trustees last week. The week prior to that, the Manistee resident was pulled…

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Ludington woman pinned in vehicle following Custer Rd crash

August 18, 2014
Ludington woman pinned in vehicle following Custer Rd crash

The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com. CUSTER TWP. — A 25-year-old Ludington woman was injured after her vehicle left the road and struck a tree on North Custer Road near Hansen Road Sunday morning around 6:30 a.m. The woman was pinned in the vehicle, requiring extrication tools to be used by…

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Pentwater Service Club collects nearly $3,000 for fireworks

August 18, 2014
Pentwater Service Club collects nearly $3,000 for fireworks

PENTWATER – “Every little bit helps,” Pentwater Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Eva Gregwer said a week ago in describing how funds were still being raised to pay for this year’s Fourth of July and Homecoming fireworks. And the Pentwater Service Club helped answer the call, fielding a squad of volunteers to “pass the hat” during Saturday’s Homecoming Parade. Almost…

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Temps in low 70s today; thunderstorms possible tonight

August 18, 2014
Temps in low 70s today; thunderstorms possible tonight

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com.  Monday, Aug. 18, 2014: Mostly cloudy with temperatures rising towards the low 70s. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Tonight: Thunderstorms likely. Low 63F. Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 80%. Sunset: 8:45 p.m.  Sunrise: 6:53 a.m.  Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2014: Thunderstorms likely…

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Have lunch with Terri Lynn Land

August 18, 2014
Have lunch with Terri Lynn Land

PENTWATER — Terri Lynn Land, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate and former Michigan Secretary of State, will be in Pentwater Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. for lunch at the Antler Bar, located at 283 N. Hancock St. The suggested donation for lunch, which includes salad bar and sandwiches, is $25. “The Oceana County Republican Party is proud to sponsor this event…

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