LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned recently in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies – Dwayne Gene Gardner, 21, third-offense domestic violence. Offense date: Jan. 31, 2026. Agency: Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). Bail: $5,000/10 percent. Preliminary exam: Feb. 18 at 1:30 p.m. – Geoff Leigh Leverenz, 40, receiving and concealing stolen property and intent to pass false motor vehicle…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Lakeshore Parenting Expo is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ludington Elementary School, 5771 W. Bryant Rd. The free, family-friendly event is designed to connect parents, caregivers, and expectant families with trusted local resources, services, and educational opportunities all in one place. Mike Jeruzal, keynote speaker, will speak at 9 a.m. followed…
LUDINGTON — West Shore Bank’s employees recently raised $13,766.23 for United Way chapters within its service area. The funds were distributed to the following United Way chapters: United Way of Mason County: $8,005.13 United Way of the Lakeshore: $1,866.00 United Way of Southeastern Michigan: $1,470.10 United Way of Northwest Michigan: $1,278.00 United Way of Manistee County: $1,147.00 “Your generosity made…
LUDINGTON — A 53-year-old man faces four felony charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court in connection to alleged building contractor fraud. Scot Eric Latimer, owner of Pere Marquette Builders, LLC, 913 S. Washington Ave., is charged with the following offenses in two criminal cases: fraudulent use of a building contract; false sworn statement by a contractor $20,000 or more;…
A winter weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service for several west and central Michigan counties — including Mason and Oceana counties — is in effect until 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6. Expect mixed precipitation with total snow accumulation of 2-4 inches and ice accumulation around a light glaze. Plan on slippery road conditions. Slow down and use caution…
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