By Kate Krieger. MCP Correspondent. HAMLIN TWP. – Volunteers do a lot for places and usually go very unnoticed. Many people may think that since the Ludington State Park is such a rustic beauty it doesn’t need much in the way of upkeep, but that is not the case at all. Between the many employees the park staffs, there is…
Letter to the editor. Dear Editor, The rumors of our demise are greatly exaggerated, to paraphrase Mark Twain. Hammie has visited the auto body shop and has been repaired, good as new, from his recent collision with the wall of opposition. Fortunately, Hammie has many friends who offered transportation while he was incapacitated. Too bad he couldn’t ride the bus.…
HART — Leading the way as one of the top producers of asparagus in the nation, Oceana County will celebrate its claim to fame this weekend with the National Asparagus Festival. This year’s 41st annual celebration will be especially festive as local farmers are reporting one of the best asparagus crops in decades. Events begin Friday, June 6, and continue…
By Kate Krieger. MCP Correspondent. LUDINGTON – In its fourth year at its current location in downtown Ludington, the Sandcastles Children’s Museum has seen thousands of families enter through its doors to enjoy almost 30 different exhibits, ranging from ancient Egypt to the S.S. Badger. With all the activity at the museum, it is still in need of one thing,…
79th District Court Arraignments. By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were arraigned this past week in front of the 79th District Court Magistrate: Felonies – Raymond Paul Stacey, 32, of 311 E. Melendy St., Ludington, was arrested May 22 by the Ludington Police Department (LPD) for a felonies of assault by strangulation and two counts of third-degree…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this past week in 51st Circuit Court: – Quinton Allen Mosley, Jr., 34, of 7737 St. Hupert Trail, Hesperia, was found guilty March 4 of one count of controlled substance, delivery/manufacture 5-45 kilograms. One count of the same charge was dismissed. He was sentenced May 27 to 330 days…
PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — On May 28 troopers from the Michigan State Police Hart Post began an investigation into the theft of coins from West Coast Car Wash located on Pere Marquette Highway, south of US-10. The investigation revealed that two male subjects went to the car wash after hours and approached the dollar bill changer. The suspects put a…
By Allison Scarbrough. Contributing Editor. LUDINGTON — The following were sentenced this past week in 79th District Court: – Koddy Christian Gaut, 25, of 1218 S. Madison, Apt. 5, Ludington, was found guilty May 27 of controlled substance, possession of marijuana. He was sentenced to two days in jail with credit for two days served; $580 in fines and costs;…
BRANCH TWP. — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 30-year-old Fountain man Thursday night for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, second offense. The arrest occurred following a traffic stop at 10:15 p.m. at U.S. 10 and Taylor Road. Other activity of the sheriff’s office for Thursday, May 29, 2014 included: – 12:02 a.m.: Unwanted person call, 100 block…
Marilyn (Jean) Morse age 82 passed away on May 28, 2014 at Autumn Winds AFC Home. She was born July 21, 1931 in Battle Creek, MI the daughter of the late Leslie Wordon and Margaret (Pierce). Jean spoke of many memories of her childhood, especially the time she spent on her grandparent’s farm. Jean was married at the age of…
SCOTTVILLE — Mason County Central Middle School is sponsoring a fundraiser to support the Scott Dumas family, a sixth grade social studies teacher, who was a victim of hit and run accident on April 16. Scott is presently recovering from serious injuries as a result of this tragic accident. On Saturday, May 31, 2014 MCC Middle School students will be…
C NOTES, movie review by George C. Wilson. Betrayed love is a very powerful motivational force. For those who have loved and then have been abandoned and betrayed by the person they trusted a primal desire for retribution can arise. And while most people have experienced or at least witnessed this all too human story it is hard to imagine…
Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan State Farm Insurance Agency. Your drinking water may not be as safe as you think — especially if your home has lead plumbing. Corrosion in your home’s plumbing and water-supply system can allow lead to leach into your tap water, exposing your family to potential health risks every time they take a…
The Department of Natural Resources’ Parks and Recreation Division recently announced a schedule of workshops to discuss the inclusion of a five-year plan as part of the DNR’s Waterways Program Grant application process. This change will allow communities to incorporate local harbors into their budget process just like any other community asset., encouraging a more holistic approach to long-term community goals and recreational benefits to…
Birth announcements are sponsored by ABC Kidz/Purple Monkey, 123 E. Ludington Ave. Check them out here on Facebook. Welcome to the world! Bentley Ray Ziolkowski, the son of Rachel Ziolkowski, was born May 27, 2014 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. If you have a birth announcement to make, you are welcome to email the announcement and a photograph to editor@MasonCountyPress.com
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. Amber Township native Lt. Col. Mike Harmon recently took command of the Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 302. Harmon has been in the Marines for 21 years and has served as a helicopter aviator since 1995. “Selection was a bit of a surprise,” Harmon said. “I have been considered for command several times in the past but…
PERE MARQUETTE TWP. — Deputies from Mason County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 31-year-old Scottville man Wednesday in the McDonald’s restaurant parking lot. The man was wanted on two outstanding warrants from Kent County friend of the court, arrears of $26,293 and $2,156. Friend of the court warrants are typically for past due child support payments. Deputies also arrested a 37-year-old…
The following fishing report is from the Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources. Fishing patterns are slowly moving into the summer mode. Water temperatures on the Great Lakes are still cold especially Lake Superior which still has ice. The inland lakes are warming at a very slow pace. SOUTHEAST LOWER PENINSULA Lake Erie: Walleye fishing was still sporadic, but starting to heat…
The weather and beach report for Mason County is sponsored by Superior Electric of Ludington: 231-845-0126; www.supelectric.com. Lake Michigan water temperatures: Stearns Park Beach, Ludington: 49 F Big Sable Point: 48 F Manistee: 46 F Summit Park: 49 F Charles Mears State Park, Pentwater: 45 F Thursday, May 29, 2014: Sunny. High 71 F. Winds NNE at 5 to 10 mph. Sunset:…
LUDINGTON – Several returning artists and crafters, along with some new faces, will be seen at the third annual Lighthouse Festival Arts and Crafts Show on Saturday, June 7. The one-day show is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison Street. Admission is $1; children 12 and under free. The popular Maritime…
By Rob Alway. Editor-in-Chief. LUDINGTON — Police arrested fugitives Tyler Joel Griffin, 22, and Kayleigh Lynn Clark, 25 this afternoon at an apartment at 308 W. Court St. The two were wanted on warrants from Mason and Oceana counties. Police have been searching for the duo since they were spotted Saturday near House of Flavors Restaurant on Ludington Avenue. After…
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