The Kitchen Sink. A blog by Stephanie Wagner. For the past several months, I have been toying with the idea of starting my own small business. My method of trying things out is to talk to as many people as I possibly can. I read whatever I can get my hands on. I go until I am saturated with…
Submitted by West Michigan Community Mental Health. The Lake-Mason-Oceana Prevent Suicide Coalition is heading up a public awareness campaign urging people to protect friends and family members who are potentially suicidal and have access to firearms. Statistics show that in Lake, Mason, and Oceana counties, suicides far outnumber homicides. In this geographical area, firearms are the leading method of suicide.…
LUDINGTON — The Interactive Shakespeare Reading Group at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts meets at 7 p.m. Thursday, October 9 in the Performance Underground Room 101, downstairs at the arts center. The group will begin its reading of “Troilus and Cressida.” Open to all who have a Love of Shakespeare, the group meets once a month for about two hours…
Survivor Stories. Sponsored by All Access Care of Ludington. Located at 329 N. Jebavy Dr. in Ludington; 231-425-4544; www.all-access-care.com. Survivor Stories run the first and third Saturday of each month. If you have a story to tell, please contact Senior Correspondent Kate Krieger atkate@masoncountypress.com or call/text 231-794-8402. By Kate Krieger. Senior Correspondent. LUDINGTON – Many people take their health for granted and…
SCOTTVILLE — During National Chiropractic Health Month this October, Dr. Lewis Squires of Scottville and doctors of chiropractic nationwide will educate patients about the value of a conservative care first approach to health care, which encourages exhausting non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical treatments for pain management and health enhancement before moving on to other options. During National Chiropractic Health Month Dr. Squires will…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Marek Juergen Witkowski, 17, of 633 Brigham, Plainwell, was arrested Sept. 26 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for felonies of safe breaking and larceny in a building. A preliminary exam is set for Oct. 8 at 11:15…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced recently in 79th District Court: – Krystal Nicole Rogers, 25, of 712 Oak St., Baldwin, was found guilty Sept. 26 of driver transporting open intoxicants. She was sentenced to 30 days discretionary jail for one year and $265 in fines and costs. Conviction reportable to the Secretary of State…
HAMLIN TWP. — Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital honored its volunteers at the annual recognition dinner last night at Lincoln Hills Golf Club. Thirty nine volunteers were awarded service pins for surpassing significant milestones of 100 to 14,000 hours of service in their volunteer careers. Topping the list of honorees, with 14,000 hours each, were Doris Lundberg and Judy Thiel. Thiel…
Good Neighbor Tips from Erin Doan, State Farm Insurance, Scottville. If your home has a wood-burning fireplace or stove, gathering and splitting wood is most likely on your fall to-do list. Get the job done safely this year: Avoiding Accidents Splitting logs can send wood pieces airborne, and an accidental slip of the axe can cause serious harm to yourself…
The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Friday, Oct. 3, 2014: Heavy thunderstorms this morning, then variable clouds during the afternoon with still a chance of showers. High near 60F. Winds WNW at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall possibly over one inch. Tonight: Considerable cloudiness with occasional rain showers. Low…
VICTORY TWP. – The West Shore Community College Board of Trustees met in special session this afternoon and discussed the fate of President Charles Dillon with attorney Patrick White. Dillon pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated two weeks ago in Manistee County’s 85th District Court. The only action the board took, following closed session, was to instruct the college staff…
The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart),www.springsteadlaw.com and Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com. AMBER TWP. — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 55-year-old Irons man Wednesday at 9:47 p.m. for driving while license suspended second arrest following a traffic stop at Dennis and Johnson…
For the Love of Fishing is written by Sean McDonald and brought to you by Dreamweaver Lures, www.dreamweaverlures.com. It is looking like it is a bad fall to be a salmon fisherman. We are catching a few kings in the Pere Marquette River but nothing like it should be at this time of the year. The first wave of kings from…
SCOTTVILLE — The Mason County Central High School SADD Team is holding an indoor yard sale on Saturday, Oct. 4 at the high school. Proceeds from the sale will be donated to the families of Casey O’Brien and Nick Smith, who were both killed in a car crash on South Pere Marquette Highway on July 31. O’Brien was a recent graduate…
The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Thursday, October 2, 2014: Cloudy with rain in the morning… then scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon. High 67F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 70%. Thursday night: Thunderstorms. Low around 60F. Winds SSE at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall…
Editor’s note: Solace Medical Massage is one of Mason County Press’ advertisers. We have started a GoFundMe campaign to help raise money for Wanda who did not have renter’s insurance. Click here to help contribute. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief. PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — Heavy smoke damaged Solace Medical Massage at 5710 W. U.S. 10 this morning. Owner Wanda Stewart said she…
The Sheriff’s Report is brought to you by Springstead Law Offices, with locations in Hart and Fremont, 231-873-4022 (Hart), www.springsteadlaw.comand Carter Lumber, 2323 U.S. 10-31, Ludington, 231-757-9000;www.carterlumber.com. The following was the activity of the Mason County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014: 11:53 a.m.: A 29-year-old Ludington man was cited for driving while license suspended following a traffic stop…
LUDINGTON – West Shore Bank recently donated a portion of the proceeds from its Rhythm & Dunes summer concert series to benefit music programs of Ludington Area, Mason County Central, and Mason County Eastern schools. Vendor proceeds, donations accepted during the concerts, and funds raised from rides on Charlie the Mechanical Bull and other merchandise sales increased the total funds…
LUDINGTON — Fans of Percy Jackson are invited to a party Wednesday, October 15 at 4 p.m. at the Mason County District Library Ludington branch to celebrate the publication of the newest title by Rick Riordan, Percy Jackson’s Greek Gods. Fans will have the opportunity to participate in MCDL’s Olympic Games to see if they have what it takes to be a hero…
The weather is brought to you by Urka Auto Center, 3736 W. U.S. 10, Ludington, www.urkaautos.com. Wednesday, October 1, 2014: Partly cloudy skies. High 66F. Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph. Tonight: Partly cloudy skies in the evening, then becoming cloudy overnight. Low 53F. Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph. Thursday, October 2, 2014: Showers with a high of 66F. Winds…
SHERMAN TWP. — Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm will hold a hay ride and pot luck for children with special needs on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 4 p.m. Reservations can be made until Oct. 4 by calling 231-462-3732 or email circlerockingsfarm@att.net. The event will include refreshments and a costume contest. Attendees should bring a dish to pass or wrapped candy…
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