By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. Mason County Central alumni are grieving the loss of one of the school’s most influential teachers. George Reed, 61, died over the weekend from complications from heart surgery. I received the news Sunday morning and have been reflecting on George and his influence on my life and the lives of hundreds of others. George was a…
See Free Soil Cemetery memorial service here. Butterfield tribute video here. (click on Read More) By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. FREE SOIL TOWNSHIP — The Custer VFW Gold Bar Post paid tribute Monday morning to those who sacrificed their lives in the service of the United States. Services began at Mason County Central High School, then Brookside Cemetery in Scottville, Riverside…
LUDINGTON — A 51-year-old Ludington woman was injured after the vehicle she was driving hit a tree in Lakeside Cemetery Sunday afternoon. Officers from Ludington Police Department said they were not sure what happened nor did they know when the crash occurred. It was reported about 4:50 p.m. Dispatch information indicated that she was having difficultly breathing and may have gone…
PENTWATER — The 19th Annual Pentwater Start of Summer Party is set for Sunday, June 7, at 5 p.m. on Hancock Street in front of the village hall. The event is free and open to the public. Hot dogs, chips and soft drinks will be provided. People planning to attend are asked to bring a dish to share, such as…
Today’s MCP Webcast features Cottage Works of Scottville. Dann and Julie VanDyke recently expanded their business with a retail location on U.S. 10-31 east of Stiles Road in Amber Township. Check out their story here.
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Kraig Jon Koekkoek, 60, of 775 E. US-10, Apt. B, Scottville, was found guilty May 13 of larceny less than $200. He was sentenced to 19 days in jail with credit for 19 days served; 93 days discretionary jail for one year; no…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 51st Circuit Court: – Nicholas Brian Lauterwasser, 22, of 186 S. Walhalla Rd., Fountain, was found guilty April 7 of two counts of assaulting, resisting, obstructing a police officer and third-offense habitual offender. He was sentenced May 12 to two concurrent terms of two years and one…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Kenneth James Purple, 25, of 463 E. US-10, Scottville, was arrested May 18 by the State, Sheriffs, Chiefs Enforcement Narcotics Team (SSCENT) for felonies of operating/maintaining a laboratory involving methamphetamine and delivery/manufacture of methamphetamine. Probable cause hearing: May…
Frank M. Miller, 84 of Ludington passed away on May 20, 2015 at his home. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center. William E. Cory, 76, of Ludington passed away on May 20, 2015 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital.Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home and Cremation Center. Ricky L. Isham, 56, of Walhalla passed away at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital on…
The police news is sponsored by VanderHaag Car Sales of Scottville, 231-757-2727, www.vanderhaagcarsales.com and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com. VICTORY TWP. — Identity theft involving over $3,000 in fraudulent charges on a Discover credit card used in the Detroit area is being investigated by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office. The victim reported the incident…
Editor’s note: Due to the sensitivity of this topic, the subject interviewed has asked us to not use his name or his son’s name in our story. For that reason we have changed their names and blurred his face in the photo. While many people are already aware of their true identities we ask that you respect their wishes when/if…
The police news is sponsored by VanderHaag Car Sales of Scottville, 231-757-2727, www.vanderhaagcarsales.com and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com. EDEN TWP. — Numerous tools were reportedly stolen from a shop in the 400 block of Chauvez Road during a breaking and entering Wednesday, May 20, at 10:50 p.m. The case is pending, according to…
A letter to the editor, by Bill Brooks, Scottville. With the Main Street fiasco over it is time to go in a new direction. The city council needs to address the nepotism and cronyism that has crept into city management. It will take a strong manager to address the problems of high taxes, indirect taxes and water and sewer bills…
Dolores Eileen DeRuiter, 83, of Ludington, passed away on May 20, 2015. Arrangements by King Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Hart. List of 2015 deaths on record.
Contributed by Ron Beeber. PENTWATER — There’s nothing quite like walking down a community’s main street when both sides are lined with stars and stripes. That feeling of patriotism will take on an even deeper meaning this Memorial Day. Pentwater Service Club members paid tribute to fellow member and World War II veteran Milt Pugsley, who passed away May 1, by…
ILUDINGTON — Tickets are still available for the No Outlet Improv Troupe show scheduled for Thursday, May 21 at the Ludington Center for the Arts. The show will feature former Ludington resident Eirann Betka. No Outlet Improv Torupe is an improvisational acting troupe performing throughout west Michigan, based in the Grand Rapids. Its show features classic games and new creations. Every show…
LUDINGTON — The Ludington Area Center for the Arts announced today that it was awarded a grant from the Community Foundation for Mason County in the amount of $11,000. The grant will fund critical repairs and upgrades at the facility including replacement of an outdated heating system and installation of a new stair lift providing access to the LACA Performance Hall for…
Robert J. Siemiaszko “Bob Simms”, 71 of Scottville died peacefully at his home on Monday, May 18, 2015. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services – Stephens Funeral Home, Scottville. List of 2015 deaths on record.
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — The trial of a 22-year-old Ludington man accused of sexually assaulting his former girlfriend began Wednesday morning with jury selection. Jon Lloyd Maccune of 924 E. Tinkham Ave., faces felony charges of CSC first degree, home invasion first degree, CSC third degree, along with a misdemeanor charge of domestic violence. He has also been…
The police news is sponsored by VanderHaag Car Sales of Scottville, 231-757-2727, www.vanderhaagcarsales.com and Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — A 23-year-old Ludington man was arrested by the Mason County Sheriff’s Office on an outstanding State Sheriffs Chiefs Enforcement Narcotics Team (SSCENT) warrant charging him with three felony counts of operating/maintaining…
Looking for a good reason to get outdoors this summer? Look no further than the Live Well Lighthouse Challenge. Individuals who complete the challenge could win a two-night stay at Big Sable Lighthouse. This new summer program encourages people to visit four lighthouses operated and maintained by the Sable Point Lighthouse Keepers Association (SPLKA). The challenge takes place May 30…
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