Thunderstorms possible this afternoon

August 5, 2014
Thunderstorms possible this afternoon

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com.  Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014: Some sunshine with a thunderstorm or two possible this afternoon. High 76F. Winds NE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 30%. Tonight: Generally clear skies. Low 56F. Winds NNE at 10 to 15 mph. Sunrise: 6:38 a.m.  Sunset: 9:04 p.m.  Wednesday,…

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4-H sheep winners

August 4, 2014
4-H sheep winners

MCP’s coverage of the 78th Western Michigan Fair is brought to you through the generous support of FloraCraft of Ludington, www.FloraCraft.com and Squires Family Chiropractic, 414 E. U.S. 10, Scottville; 231-757-3356; www.squireschiropractic.com. The fair will be held Tuesday, Aug. 5 through Saturday, Aug. 9 at the Mason County Fairgrounds on U.S. 10 east of Ludington.   

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4-H beef winners

August 4, 2014
4-H beef winners

MCP’s coverage of the 78th Western Michigan Fair is brought to you through the generous support of FloraCraft of Ludington, www.FloraCraft.com and Squires Family Chiropractic, 414 E. U.S. 10, Scottville; 231-757-3356; www.squireschiropractic.com. The fair will be held Tuesday, Aug. 5 through Saturday, Aug. 9 at the Mason County Fairgrounds on U.S. 10 east of Ludington.                 …

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4-H rabbit winners

August 4, 2014
4-H rabbit winners

MCP’s coverage of the 78th Western Michigan Fair is brought to you through the generous support of FloraCraft of Ludington, www.FloraCraft.com and Squires Family Chiropractic, 414 E. U.S. 10, Scottville; 231-757-3356; www.squireschiropractic.com. The fair will be held Tuesday, Aug. 5 through Saturday, Aug. 9 at the Mason County Fairgrounds on U.S. 10 east of Ludington.           

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Homeless man charged with arson

August 4, 2014
Homeless man charged with arson

PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — George William Winters, 60, was arrested by Mason County Sheriff’s Office at 5:57 a.m. Saturday after he allegedly set two camp tents on fire on private property on South Jebavy Drive. According to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole, the incident occurred after an argument between Winters and the owners of the tents. The area is known…

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Election is Tuesday, here is what you are voting for

August 4, 2014

LUDINGTON — Mason County Press and Oceana County Press, in collaboration with WMOM-FM 102.7, will be covering Tuesday’s election results live from the Mason County, Lake County and Oceana County courthouses. Results will be posted on Facebook and Twitter as they are received. The two most watched races will likely be the 51st Circuit Court judge primary and the Mason-Oceana…

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Ludington school board may act on teacher contract

August 4, 2014

LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Schools board of education is expected to take action on its contract with the Ludington Education Association teachers’ union during its regular board meeting today at 3:30 p.m.

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Man burns down tents, charged with arson

August 4, 2014
Man burns down tents, charged with arson

The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — A 60-year-old man was arrested Saturday on the charge of arson. The man allegedly burned two camp tents, which were occupied, on private property near South Jebavy Drive. The incident, which took place at 5:57 a.m., followed an argument between the suspect and the owners of…

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Partly cloudy today, mid 70s

August 4, 2014
Partly cloudy today, mid 70s

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com.  Monday, Aug. 4, 2014: Partly cloudy with temperatures rising towards the mid 70s. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph. Tonight: Cloudy skies this evening followed by scattered showers and thunderstorms overnight. Low 58F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 50%. Sunrise: 6:37 a.m.  Sunset: 9:06…

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Vote yes on 911 proposal

August 3, 2014

Our View. By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. It is not the standard practice of this news organization to endorse candidates or ballot issues. However, we are making an exception in the case of the millage request from Mason-Oceana 911 and are asking you to vote yes Tuesday.  How much are you willing to pay annually to help ensure that there is…

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Senior center to host estate planning seminar

August 3, 2014

SCOTTVILLE — The State Bar of Michigan presents “A Living Trust Education Initiative: Who Should You Trust? Avoiding Estate Planning Mistakes” at 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 6 at the Scottville Area Senior Center. This seminar will provide estate planning information and the warnings signs of deceptive annuity sales practices that could potentially jeopardize your economic stability.…

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Tenant escapes apartment fire, uses garden hose to fight fire

August 3, 2014
Tenant escapes apartment fire, uses garden hose to fight fire

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief.  LUDINGTON — Kyle Lunde was sitting in his upstairs apartment Sunday afternoon when he heard people pounding on the side of the house and shouting. When he went to the window, he could see thick smoke coming from the opposite side of the building. The fire was near the door to the apartment, the only exit.…

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Easy payment options generating more fair attendees

August 3, 2014
Easy payment options generating more fair attendees

MCP’s coverage of the 78th Western Michigan Fair is brought to you through the generous support of FloraCraft of Ludington, www.FloraCraft.com and Squires Family Chiropractic, 414 E. U.S. 10, Scottville; 231-757-3356; www.drlewissquires.com. The fair will be held Tuesday, Aug. 5 through Saturday, Aug. 9 at the Mason County Fairgrounds on U.S. 10 east of Ludington.  By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. LUDINGTON — For…

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Amusement company makes Western Michigan Fair debut

August 2, 2014
Amusement company makes Western Michigan Fair debut

MCP’s coverage of the 78th Western Michigan Fair is brought to you through the generous support of FloraCraft of Ludington, www.FloraCraft.com and Squires Family Chiropractic, 414 E. U.S. 10, Scottville; 231-757-3356; www.drlewissquires.com. The fair will be held Tuesday, Aug. 5 through Saturday, Aug. 9 at the Mason County Fairgrounds on U.S. 10 east of Ludington.  By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — Amusement…

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79th District Court arraignments

August 1, 2014

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felony – Robert Michael Brockwell, 46, of 2462 Benedict Rd., Ludington, was arrested July 23 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for felonies of assault by strangulation; third-offense domestic violence; and habitual offender, second conviction. A preliminary exam is set for…

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51st Circuit Court sentencings

August 1, 2014

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 51st Circuit Court: – Kurtis Lee Bigelow, 21, of 8150 N. Dort Hwy., Mt. Morris, Mich., was pled no contest  June 11 to assault – weapon. He was sentenced July 22 to 180 days in jail with credit for three days served; serve four months up front…

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79th District Court sentencings

August 1, 2014

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Steven Paul Ruba, 49, of 4335 N. Victory Corner Rd., Ludington, was found guilty July 22 of controlled substance, possession of marijuana. He was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served; $665 in fines and costs; outpatient treatment;…

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Questions about Prop 1

August 1, 2014

Letter to the Editor: On August 5, 2014, voters are being asked to approve a ballot proposal that will supposedly eliminate the collection of personal property taxes for most businesses operating in Michigan.  However, after examining the proposal, the words: personal property tax, do not even appear. Quoting the proposal: A yes vote will reduce the state use tax and…

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Teens who died in crash were heading to Michigan’s Adventure

August 1, 2014
Teens who died in crash were heading to Michigan’s Adventure

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — A day that was meant to be filled with fun at Michigan’s Adventure Amusement Park turned tragic Thursday afternoon. Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole said in a statement this morning that investigators believe, based on interviews and the driver’s cell phone’s GPS application, that the two teens who died on Pere Marquette…

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GR man arrested for multiple warrants

August 1, 2014
GR man arrested for multiple warrants

The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Carter Lumber. VICTORY TWP. — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 28-year-old Grand Rapids man Thursday night at 10:28 p.m. on the charge of disturbance along with multiple other outstanding warrants. Deputies were initially called to a residence in the 6500 block of North Stiles Road on a disturbance call.…

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Sculpture to be dedicated at library

August 1, 2014
Sculpture to be dedicated at library

LUDINGTON — The latest addition to the Mason County Sculpture Trail will be dedicated Friday, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m. at the Mason County District Library Ludington branch. The sculpture, “Double the Fun” will be located in the Craig R. Rasmussen Outdoor Activity Area of the library. The bronze sculpture was created by artist Stanley Proctor and is being given…

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