Sheriff’s report, Dec. 30, 2014.

December 31, 2014
Sheriff’s report, Dec. 30, 2014.

The Mason County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following activity on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014: 4:55 a.m. : Alarm activation, 2800 block of Piney Ridge Rd., Hamlin Twp. 5:07 p.m.: Suspicious person, 3000 block of Lincoln Rd., Hamlin Twp. 5:42 p.m.: Property dispute, 5000 block of William St., Village of Fountain. 9:12 p.m.: Car/deer crash, no injuries, U.S. 31 expressway…

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Trapping season.

December 31, 2014
Trapping season.

Outside the Walls, a blog written by Nick VanderWall, is sponsored by VanderHaag Car Sales, 1680 W. U.S. 10-31, Scottville; 231-757-2727; www.vanderhaagcarsales.com, Mason County’s premier car rental outlet and also Legends Taxidermy of Scottville; 231-757-9589;www.legendstaxidermy.com. It appears here on the second and fourth Monday of the month. As the deer season is winding down it is time to bring some…

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Wind advisory today through New Year’s Day.

December 31, 2014
Wind advisory today through New Year’s Day.

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a wind advisory for Mason County beginning at noon today until 6 a.m. Thursday. West to northwest winds will increase to 45 knot gusts this afternoon. Strongest winds will occur adjacent to the lakeshore from…

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The New Year, a time for celebration and resolutions.

December 30, 2014
The New Year, a time for celebration and resolutions.

By Kate Krieger. Senior Correspondent. LUDINGTON – With the New Year right around the corner, many people take a moment to reflect on the last year and how things in their lives need to change and they make a New Year’s resolution. Dating back to religious origins, but more popularly in the United States after the Great Depression, people started…

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Welcome to the world! Recent births.

December 30, 2014

We have an opportunity for a new sponsor for birth announcements. This is one of our most popular posts and a perfect advertising opportunity for your business. If you are interested, please contact our Sales and Marketing Representative, Justin Ray, at justin@masoncountypress.com.  Welcome to the world! Wyatt Lee Rogge, the son of Alaina Losey and Justin Rogge of Irons, was born…

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Police search for runaway

December 30, 2014
Police search for runaway

SHERIDAN TWP. — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a runaway Sunday, Dec. 28, at 10:30 p.m. in the 5300 block of Thunderbird Lane. Missing is 15-year-old Thomas Wieand, a white male; date of birth 12/22/1999; 5’6”;130 pounds; brown hair; brown eyes; last seen wearing blue jeans and a red T-shirt. Other recent MCSO activity: Friday, Dec.…

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Snow showers likely this afternoon, less than an inch.

December 30, 2014
Snow showers likely this afternoon, less than an inch.

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014: Snow showers likely, mainly between 3 and 4 p.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 19. West northwest wind 14 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. Tonight: Snow showers likely,…

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MSP report

December 29, 2014
MSP report

MASON COUNTY — The following is weekend activity of the Michigan State Police, Hart post: Friday, Dec. 26, 2014 – 6:22 p.m., car/deer crash, Millerton and Schoenherr, Sherman Twp. Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014 – 12:41 p.m., motorist cited for no operator’s license following traffic stop, Michigan Ave. and Democrat St., Free Soil Twp. – 9:09 p.m., improper plates and operating…

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Free rides and tows offered over New Year’s holiday.

December 29, 2014

Mason County law enforcement is partnering again this year with local towing companies, Mothers Against Drunk Driving of Mason County, S.A.D.D., Ludington Beverage and Ludington Mass Transportation Authority in an effort to keep travelers safe on New Year’s Eve by providing a free ride and/or a free tow during the New Year’s Eve holiday. Those individuals who will be drinking…

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Tips for snow birds.

December 29, 2014
Tips for snow birds.

Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville, www.erindoan.com. Leaving town in search of sunny skies and warmer temperatures? Learn how to protect your home so you can enjoy your winter away without worrying about what you left behind. Prevent Break-Ins An empty house is an easy target for burglars. Help keep your home untouched: Install secure locks…

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Hospital seeks to limit flu with Healthy Visitors initiative

December 29, 2014

LUDINGTON — To help limit the spread of flu, all Spectrum Health hospitals, including Ludington, are requesting that people with flu-like symptoms refrain from visiting patients at the hospital. “Precautions are necessary as flu season escalates, to protect vulnerable patients, as well as other visitors and staff,” said Lisa Morrill, infection control director at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. “We are trying…

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Chance of snow today.

December 29, 2014
Chance of snow today.

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Monday, Dec. 29, 2014: A 40 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 24. North wind 8 to 11 mph. Monday night: A 50 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 15. North wind 11 to…

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Celebrate the holidays responsibly

December 27, 2014
Celebrate the holidays responsibly

HART — With the holiday season upon us, the Michigan State Police is encouraging citizens to celebrate responsibly. If your holiday party involves alcohol, designate a sober driver before the party begins. In addition, party hosts are asked to make sure all guests leave with a sober driver. “Driving under the influence of alcohol endangers everyone, from the driver to…

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Obit: Carol Goff, 91, Scottville

December 26, 2014
Obit: Carol Goff, 91, Scottville

Carol Virginia Goff aged 91 of Scottville passed away on December 25, 2014 at Tendercare of Ludington. Carol was born on December 25, 1923 in Chicago, the daughter of Arnold A. and Edna R. (Freeman) Andersen, and moved to Sherman Township, Mason County in 1931. She attended Lincoln River School and graduated from Scottville High School with the class of…

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Franz: Transportation bill is hardly about fixing roads.

December 26, 2014
Franz: Transportation bill is hardly about fixing roads.

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. State Representative Ray Franz isn’t very impressed with the legislature’s transportation bill that was passed in the middle of the night last week. The Republican from Onekama represents the 101st District, which includes Mason, Manistee, Benzie and Leelanau counties. Franz said the $1.9 billion bill is not about fixing roads as much as it is about…

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79th District Court arraigments: Ludington couple facing multiple weapons charges

December 26, 2014

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Christopher Wayne Bailey, 41, of 308 E. Court St., Apt. 7, Ludington, was arrested Dec. 19 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for felonies of receiving and concealing weapons; weapons possession by a felon; two counts of felony…

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Franz says Amazon Tax is bad for Michigan.

December 26, 2014
Franz says Amazon Tax is bad for Michigan.

By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. A new law passed in a late night legislative session last week will mean Michigan consumers will have to pay sales tax on out-of-state online purchases. This might seem logical, but State Representative Ray Franz believes it’s a bad move for Michigan. Franz is a Republican from Onekama who represents the 101st District, which includes Mason,…

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Fleeing suspect tasered; deported dangerous felon arrested

December 26, 2014
Fleeing suspect tasered; deported dangerous felon arrested

BRANCH TWP. — A 22-year-old Walhalla man was tasered following a foot chase Christmas Eve at 8:57 a.m. at a residence at 186 S. Walhalla Rd. Mason County Sheriff’s deputies went to the residence to arrest the suspect on a two-count warrant charging him with interfering with electronic communications and third-offense domestic violence. “The subject fled from officers, and a…

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Cloudy today, possible rain overnight.

December 26, 2014
Cloudy today, possible rain overnight.

The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Friday, Dec. 26, 2014: Increasing clouds, with a high near 44. South southwest wind 11 to 13 mph. Tonight: A 40 percent chance of rain after 1 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. South wind 6 to 8 mph. Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014: A 40…

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79th District Court sentencings

December 26, 2014
79th District Court sentencings

By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Andrew Lawrence Barrette, 51, of 127 S. James St., Ludington, was found guilty Nov. 26 of allowing a person to drive in violation. He was sentenced to one day in jail with credit for one day served; $335 in fines and costs; and…

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Merry Christmas!

December 24, 2014
Merry Christmas!

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