SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville Commission will hold a public hearing on its new city ordinance book Monday. The ordinance book was part of the city’s effort to update its ordinances, one of the top priorities in the city’s master plan and one of the top goals of the commissioners. “Some changes were made that updated our ordinances or deleted some…
VICTORY TWP. — West Shore Community College will ask the college district’s voters to renew its current operating millage during the Aug. 6 primary election. The college’s board of trustees are expected to approve the request by President Charles Dillon during its regular monthly meeting Monday at 4 p.m. The current .7116 mill was renewed by voters on Feb. 27,…
Don’t be alarmed if you see a lot of police officers with K-9 dogs searching around in your neighborhood the next few days. The Mason County Sheriff’s Office is hosting K-9 certifications beginning today through Wednesday. About 60 K-9 units from throughout Michigan and Ontario are in the area working on their United States Police Canine Association certifications. The K-9…
RIVERTON TWP. — Bones have been found in Riverton Township near the corner of Chauvez and Morton roads. Sheriff Kim Cole said detectives are on scene and the bones have been turned over to Dr. Marc Keen, Mason County medical examiner. Cole said investigators did not know whether the bones were human or animal, adult or children’s bones. Law enforcement…
RIVERTON TWP. — Law Enforcement is in Riverton Township investigating what is being described by the sheriff as “a suspicious situation.” Sheriff Kim Cole said more information will be released later.
By Rob Alway Editor-in-Chief ON-BOARD THE SS BADGER — The first official day of the SS Badger’s 2013 sailing season began today. The Badger actually started sailing on May 6 but customer services have been limited. The season began early because of commercial traffic, particularly the transporting of wind turbines from Wisconsin to Michigan. Though the ship ran into patches…
Compiled by Allison Scarbrough, MCP correspondent LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned this past week in 79th District Court: Felonies – Chad Heitz, 33, of 3677 S PM Highway, Lot 17, Ludington, was arrested May 11 by LPD for a felony of criminal sexual conduct, third degree. A preliminary exam is set for May 22 at 11:15 a.m. Bail: $25,000/10 percent; must have…
The Kitchen Sink. A blog by Stephanie Wagner. Some years back, I was introduced to a wonderful poem by Robert Gilbert titled “Life is Always Unfinished Business”. I have a wrinkled copy of it tacked up to the bulletin board in my office still. The top is full of thumbtack holes from multiple moves, between homes, between jobs, between offices.…
Compiled by Allison Scarbrough. MCP correspondent. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week at the Mason County Courthouse: 51st Circuit Court: – Timothy Alan Lopez, 19, of 603 S. Washington Ave., Ludington, was found guilty of probation violation of a previous larceny of building conviction. He was sentenced May 8 to 365 days in jail with credit for 187…
LUDINGTON — Three fire departments were on scene of a house fire at 209 E. Melendy St. early Friday morning. The fire was reported about midnight. Police on scene said the home’s single occupant was able to get out safely with her dog. She apparently heard a popping noise and the lights went out. Within moments the house had filled…
LUDINGTON — Fine art aficionados will notice some subtle yet exciting enhancements at one of Ludington’s longest-running art events – the 2013 West Shore Art Fair. In its 45th year, the 2013 West Shore Art Fair, July 6-7 at City Park will undergone a number of changes this year to elevate the stature and quality of the event. The West Shore Art Fair is sponsored…
Today we introduce a new service to Mason County Press. The beach and outdoor report will give a brief over-view of water temperatures and conditions along Mason County’s shorelines and also temperatures reported inland as well. Our source comes from Coast Watch and the National Weather Service. Typically, we will post this information Monday through Friday between 11 a.m. and noon.…
The four lighthouses operated by the Sable Point Lighthouse Keepers Association are opening for season. Big Sable Point Lighthouse, located in the Ludington State Park, opened earlier this month. On May 24, White River Light Station in Whitehall, Little Sable Point Light Station in Mears and the Ludington North Breakwater Light will open. The Ludington-based nonprofit association runs the four…
HAMLIN TWP. — Tickets are available for this summer’s Mason County Sports Hall of Fame banquet and organizers are looking forward to the June 22 induction at Lincoln Hills Golf Course in Ludington. “The excitement, and planning, for the unveiling and induction of the Mason County Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2013 is well underway,” President Vic Burwell said. “We know…
LUDINGTON — Members of Gov. Rick Snyder’s staff will be available to answer questions, take suggestions, and help assist constituents with state related issues today from noon to 2 p.m. at Redolencia Coffee, 119 W. Ludington Ave.
Photo by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief RIVERTON TWP. — Tart cherries blossom along Hawley Road while a wind turbine towers in the background. Area farmers reported that below-freezing temperatures over the weekend may have damaged some of the fruit crop, but nothing like 2012. Apple blossoms are expected to peak within the next few days.
LUDINGTON — The 26th annual Ludington Petnunia Parade is scheduled for planting on Saturday, May 18 beginning at 10 a.m. Volunteers will be planting 32,400 red, white and blue petunias that have been grown at Gustafson’s Greenhouse of Ludington. The Ludington Optimist Club will be serving lunch for the volunteers after the planting at the City Park ( planters do…
HAMLIN TWP. — One man was taken to the hospital this afternoon following a two-car crash at the intersection of Jebavy Drive and Jagger Road. The accident occurred about 2:50 p.m. when a man driving a Buick LaSabre was heading east on Jagger Road when he allegedly went through the stop sign causing a north-bound vehicle to crash into it.…
SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central seventh grade social studies classes have been learning about ancient cultures such as Egypt, Greece, Rome and Persia. Teacher Phil Quinlan said he used a progressive teaching method which allowed the students more input in their projects. The projects included reading, writing and speaking, Quinlan said. During their social studies classes Monday and Tuesday, the…
By Rob Alway Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Mark McCallum of Hamlin Township agreed to a plea agreement today in 51st Circuit Court. In April, McCallum received 28 months to 15 years in prison for custodial interference in connection to the February 2012 abduction of his children. During the time he took his children, McCallum was going through a divorce with his…
LUDINGTON — Tom Rotta has announced he will not run for Ludington mayor. Rotta had taken out a petition but today, the day the petitions are due, he said he won’t run. “After careful consideration of all the variables involved with such a decision, I have decided to forgo participating in the mayor race this year,” he said. “My initial…
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