PENTWATER TOWNSHIP, Oceana County — The Michigan Department of Transportation will begin a $1 million project Monday, April 6, to improve the US 31 bridges over the south branch of the Pentwater River. “Work includes substructure repairs, new expansion joints, pin and hanger replacement, and painting,” states a press release from MDOT. The work is expected to be completed in…
SCOTTVILLE — Seasonal weight and speed restrictions that have been in effect since Feb. 16, have been lifted, according to the Mason County Road Commission. Seasonal weight restrictions are typically implemented each year during the spring thaw, when melting frost weakens the ground beneath road surfaces. During that time, heavy vehicles are required to reduce loads — often by as…
By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HART — There is a strong sense of redemption at Hart’s newest place of Christian worship. Located at 314 S. State St., Radiant Church held its first services last Sunday, drawing two packed gatherings. A total of 399 people attended the church, an extension of Radiant Church in Ludington. While hearts and souls will be renewed…
PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Lakeshore Children’s Advocacy Center is joining communities across the country this April to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month. Observed nationally through Prevent Child Abuse America and in Michigan through Children Trust Michigan, the month is dedicated to educating adults about child safety while also highlighting the importance of strong families and supportive communities. The blue pinwheel,…
LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this week in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court: Dillon James Swinney, 26, pleaded guilty Jan. 21 to third-offense operating while intoxicated, driving while license suspended and transporting an open intoxicant in a vehicle and was sentenced March 24 to concurrent terms of 30 months to 20 years in prison with credit for 298 days…
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