Family emergency preparedness topic of parent coalition meeting

August 18, 2014

LUDINGTON — The Mason County Parent Coalition will hold a Parent Connection meeting on Tuesday, August 19 from 5:30- 7:30 p.m. at Sandcastles Children’s Museum in Ludington. Guest speaker for the evening will be Elizabeth Reimink, coordinator of Mason County Emergency Management with a presentation on family emergency preparedness.  Dinner, kids’ admission to the museum, and childcare will be provided and all…

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A new way to show your love for MCP

August 17, 2014
A new way to show your love for MCP

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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Boaters stop boat fire

August 17, 2014
Boaters stop boat fire

LUDINGTON — Two boaters at a neighboring slip prevented what might have been a tragic situation Sunday night at Harborview Marina. They noticed smoke from the boat next to them and acted quickly, Ludington Fire Chief Jerry Funk said, by calling 911 and also grabbing a garden hose. Funk said the fire on Dock D was from wiring on the…

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Locally Made: Fountain cheese factory distributes nationally

August 17, 2014
Locally Made: Fountain cheese factory distributes nationally

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief.  For more photos, see our Facebook page.  SHERMAN TWP. — I’ve lived in Mason County most of my life. It’s always amazing to find out the amount of niche businesses there are around this county. Some have been around for decades while others are fairly new. Almost all of these businesses were started by entrepreneurs, though.…

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What if you’re at fault?

August 17, 2014
What if you’re at fault?

Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville.  Did you know that if your dog bites someone at the park, you could end up with the medical bills? And if your child posts defamatory information online, you may owe for damages? Even if someone is accidentally injured while on your property, you may be the one liable. You…

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Statue memorializes Sallie Ferguson, who loved reading, teaching

August 15, 2014
Statue memorializes Sallie Ferguson, who loved reading, teaching

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief.  LUDINGTON — Jon Ferguson wanted to find an appropriate way to pay tribute to his wife of 47 years, high school classmate, mother of their two daughters, grandmother of three children and teacher to hundreds, if not thousands. While Sallie Peterson Ferguson probably would not have wanted him to commission a statue in her memory, that…

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Obit: Anna Miskevics, Chicago

August 15, 2014

Anna Rose Miskevics, aged 98 of Chicago, Illinois, former resident of Irons, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 in Chicago. Anna was born on March 12, 1916 in Irons, the daughter of John and Amelia (Kaminskis) Wolukonis, and married Constantine Miskevics in 1940 at St. Bernard Catholic Church. They celebrated 44 years together before Constantine preceded her in death…

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79th District Court arraignments

August 15, 2014
79th District Court arraignments

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felony – Cory Odell Derrick, 37, of 803 E. Loomis St., Ludington, was arrested Aug. 11 by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) for a felony of larceny from a building and habitual offender, fourth offense. A preliminary exam is…

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51st Circuit Court sentencings

August 15, 2014
51st Circuit Court sentencings

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced Tuesday in 51st Circuit Court: – Aaron Michael Reamer, 29, of 401 Seventh St., Ludington, was found guilty Aug. 12 of probation violation stemming from 2010 convictions of criminal sexual conduct (CSC), second degree, assault and controlled substance, delivery/manufacture. He was sentenced to a minimum of one year and…

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79th District Court sentencings

August 15, 2014

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Peter James Sagan, 41, of 1011 Monona Dr., Ludington, was found guilty Aug. 3 of allowing a person to drive in violation. He was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served; $335 in fines and costs; and 90…

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Scavenger hunting for Salvation Army pantry

August 15, 2014
Scavenger hunting for Salvation Army pantry

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief.  LUDINGTON — If you were out grocery shopping between 6 and 7 p.m. Thursday night, you may have seen several people frantically dash into the store, grabbing groceries and snapping pictures of themselves “squeezing the Charmin.”  The people were part of a scavenger hunt to buy groceries for The Salvation Army’s food pantry, which has been…

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Police warning boaters to slow down on PM Lake

August 15, 2014

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Police Department has been receiving increased complaints of violation of the no wake zone on Pere Marquette Lake, according to Chief Mark Barnett. “With increased numbers of fishing boats in the channel and P.M. Lake it is even more important that boaters comply with the no wake zone,” Barnett said. According to Ludington city code section 66-30,…

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City councilor Marrison resigns; council to find replacement

August 15, 2014

LUDINGTON — Ludington City Councilor Wanda Marrison resigned from her post as Fourth Ward representative Wednesday. Marrison cited family circumstances as her reason. “Unfortunately, family circumstances at this time require my full attention, and I have important issues to take care of, which leaves me no time to fulfill my duties that have been entrusted to me by the Fourth…

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Thunderstorms possible Saturday

August 15, 2014
Thunderstorms possible Saturday

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com.  Friday, August 15, 2014: Sunny with temperatures rising towards the low 70s. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Friday night: Clear to partly cloudy. Low 59F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Sunrise: 6:50 a.m.  Sunset: 8:50 p.m.  Saturday, August 16, 2014: Partial cloudiness early, with…

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McVicker softball tournament memorializes Brandon; helps others fight cancer

August 14, 2014
McVicker softball tournament memorializes Brandon; helps others fight cancer

SCOTTVILLE — The Third Annual Brandon McVicker Memorial Softball Tournament will be held Saturday, Sept. 13 at MacPhail Field. The event is held in memory of Brandon McVicker, who, in his early 20s, passed away in 2012 from leukemia. Proceeds of the event will be donated to someone in the community currently fighting cancer. The slow pitch tournament is coed.…

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Free classifieds

August 14, 2014

Got something to sell? List it for free here on MCP, the area’s only free classifieds. Our classifieds are “self service.” Click on the link below the MCP masthead to get started. Free classifieds are for non-commercial use, such as yard sales, real estate for sale by owner. However, we do offer listings for commercial use for a small fee.

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Chrome Divas donate to Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm

August 14, 2014
Chrome Divas donate to Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm

FREE SOIL — The Ludington Chrome Divas recently presented a check of $3,500 to Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm. Money was raised during a recent motorcycle ride. The farm, located at 5487 N. Tuttle Rd. The farm is a non-profit organization that serves special needs children. It was recently awarded the 2013 Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce Community…

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Fountain woman arrested for assault

August 14, 2014
Fountain woman arrested for assault

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. — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 60-year-old Fountain woman Wednesday afternoon on the charge of assault. At 5:27 p.m. deputies were called to the 600 block of North Custer Road for a disturbance/assault. No other details were made available. Also…

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Sunny with temps in 60s today

August 14, 2014
Sunny with temps in 60s today

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com.  Thursday, August 14, 2014: Sunny with temperatures rising towards the mid 60s in Ludington and upper 60s in Scottville. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph.  Tonight: Clear to partly cloudy. Low 49F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Sunrise: 6:48 a.m. Sunset: 8:51 p.m.  Friday,…

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Scottville Harvest Festival will feature Running of the Clowns

August 14, 2014

SCOTTVILLE — Scottville Main Street and the Ludington Area Jaycees will hold the Running of the Clowns 5K Fun Run. The event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 20 during the Scottville Harvest Festival. Runners are encouraged to dress as clowns. All ages and pets welcome. Prizes will be given for the best clown costume, with clown makeup available on…

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Business after hours at Larsen’s Landscaping

August 14, 2014

VICTORY TWP. — Larsen’s Landscaping and Smith & Eddy Insurance will together host the upcoming Ludington & Scottville Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours, Wednesday, August 20 from 5  to 7 p.m. at Larsen’s, 3091 North US 31. In memory of Bob Smith of Smith & Eddy Insurance, who passed away last year, attendees are encouraged to wear green and…

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