LUDINGTON — Todd and Brad Reed have announced plans to close their downtown Ludington photography gallery, located at 114 W. Ludington Ave., on Oct. 31, ending a 26-year run at the location while continuing their photography, educational programs and other creative projects. The father-and-son photographers said the closure does not mark the end of their business, but rather a transition…
By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor LUDINGTON — A 42-year-old man was found guilty by a jury Thursday, June 4, of two counts of assaulting/resisting/opposing police following a jury trial that began Wednesday, June 3, in Mason County’s 51st Circuit Court. Nathanial Carl Tjapkes had been told by the owner of Brite N Clean Laundromat “that he was not welcome on…
LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned on felony charges in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Richard Lee James, 55, malicious destruction of property $1,000-$20,000. Offense date: Jan. 14, 2026. Agency: Michigan State Police (MSP). Bail: $5,000/personal recognizance (PR). Probable cause hearing: June 17 at 1 p.m. Tasha Lynn Orcutt, 44, organized retail crime. Offense date: Dec. 31, 2025. Agency:…
LUDINGTON — Community members are invited to help keep Ludington’s shoreline clean during the Love Ludington Beach Sweep on Saturday, June 7, from 1 to 2 p.m. The event is sponsored by A Few Friends of the Environment of the World (AFFEW) and The Lakeshore Keepers (formerly Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers Assocation) and will focus on cleaning the beach area…
The Mason County District Library will kick off its Summer Reading Program next week with a family-friendly event designed to bring a little Halloween spirit into the warmer months. The program begins with “Summerween,” a themed celebration featuring costumes, a slightly spooky story, crafts, games and trick-or-treating with library staff. If weather permits, the event may also include a short…
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