Big Sable Point Lighthouse gift shop open.

July 24, 2020

Big Sable Point Lighthouse gift shop open. HAMLIN TOWNSHIP — The gift shop at the Big Sable Point Lighthouse is now open for the season. It will be open on weekends only, Friday through Sunday, from now until the end of September.  New Big Sable Lighthouse merchandise has arrived and sales support the work of the Sable Points Lighthouse Keepers…

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UP woman arrested for stealing car.

July 24, 2020

UP woman arrested for stealing car. LUDINGTON – A 31-year-old L’Anse woman was arrested by Ludington police officers after she allegedly stole a Jeep Wrangler Thursday, July 23, around 12:30 p.m. in the 300 block of Rath Avenue, according to Ludington Police Chief Timothy Kozal. “The driver (owner) of the vehicle had stopped and was unloading items into a local…

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Passenger receives minor injuries in 2-vehicle crash.

July 24, 2020

Passenger receives minor injuries in 2-vehicle crash. #MasonCountyCrime The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — A 19-year-old Manistee woman received minor injuries after the vehicle she was a passenger in failed to yield and collided with a second vehicle Thursday, July 23, at 8:30 p.m.…

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Lange, Hartley running for county commission third district seat.

July 24, 2020

Lange, Hartley running for county commission third district seat. By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief #Election2020 EDITOR’S NOTE: The Primary Election takes place on Aug. 4. During the election, nominations are made from both the Republican and Democrat parties to decide who each respective party’s candidate will be in the November General Election. These profiles will feature the candidates who are running…

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Obituary: Joy L. Kalchik, 98, of Ludington, formerly of Suttons Bay

July 24, 2020

Obituary: Joy L. Kalchik, 98, of Ludington, formerly of Suttons Bay Joy L. Kalchik, 98, of Ludington, formerly of Suttons Bay, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at home in the arms of her two daughters. Joy was born October 27, 1921 in Suttons Bay Township, the daughter of Albert and Anna Hawkins. She graduated from Suttons Bay High…

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Tractor ride will honor Duane Cooper

July 24, 2020

Tractor ride will honor Duane Cooper SCOTTVILLE — On Saturday, Aug. 1 the Western Michigan Old Engine Club will host the Duane Cooper Memorial Tractor Ride. The ride will begin at Riverside Park and will travel to Ludington, stopping at Waterfront Park for lunch and then returning to Scottville. It is open to anyone with an antique tractor, doodlebug, antique…

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Mental Health Matters: Help is just a phone call away

July 24, 2020

Mental Health Matters: Help is just a phone call away By Alan Neushwander The world is an ever-changing place that can lead to various emotional reactions including stress, anxiety, fear and depression. Whether it’s personal struggles or world events such as COVID-19, political battles, or the recent increase in violence, it’s easy to slip into a pattern where you may…

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Full Court Press: Scottville Youth Football

July 23, 2020

Full Court Press: Scottville Youth Football SCOTTVILLE — Today on MCP’s Full Court Press, Toni Swinehart interviews Ryan Graham and Jamie Healy of the Scottville Youth Football Association. They discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on the program and the plans that are in place to proceed with the program.  Full Court Press is a presentation of Shelby State Bank and…

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Donations purchase protective equipment for sheriff deputies, Scottville police.

July 23, 2020

Donations purchase protective equipment for sheriff deputies, Scottville police. LUDINGTON — The Mason County Sheriff’s Office hosted a presentation today showing the public the new protective gear that was recently donated to the sheriff’s office and Scottville Police Department. Private donations through a campaign called “Adopt-A-Cop” raised $31,250 to purchase the equipment. The campaign was launched by Chuck Wagon Pizza…

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Fatal motorcycle crash victim identified. 

July 23, 2020

Fatal motorcycle crash victim identified.  AMBER TOWNSHIP — Jaramie Jones, 43, of Scottville died Saturday, July 18, 2020, following a motorcycle/Jeep crash at the intersection of Dennis and Johnson roads. The crash occurred about 1:30 p.m. Jones, who was the motorcyclist, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to Michigan State Police Sgt. Dan Thomas. Jones was wearing a helmet. The 2009…

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Custer crash victims recovering

July 23, 2020

Custer crash victims recovering CUSTER — The two victims from a two vehicle crash on US 10 in the village Wednesday are both recovering. The crash occurred about 3:30 p.m. and involved a Chevrolet Cruze, driven by Rachael Ruger, 26, of Scottville, and a Ford E-350 Super Duty van driven by Scott Gordon, 56, of Scottville. According to the Michigan…

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Woman arrested after deputies find her passed out behind the wheel.

July 23, 2020

Woman arrested after deputies find her passed out behind the wheel. #MasonCountyCrime The police news is a presentation of Lenz-Balder Insurance, offering Nationwide Insurance, 201 E. Court St., Ludington, 231-845-6279, www.lenzbalderins.com. AMBER TOWNSHIP — A 29-year-old Ludington woman was arrested Wednesday, July 22, around 7 p.m. at the intersection of US 10 and Brye Road for operating while under the…

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Obituary: David Carlson, 62, Ludington.

July 23, 2020

Obituary: David Carlson, 62, Ludington. David Alan Carlson, 62 of Ludington, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. David was born in Ludington on July 29, 1957, the son of Russ and Betty (Greiner) Carlson.  He was a loving father, husband, and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family and sharing his…

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Obituary: Jaramie Jones, 43, of Scottville

July 23, 2020

Obituary: Jaramie Jones, 43, of Scottville Jaramie Jones, 43, of Scottville, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2020.   Jaramie was born on September 25, 1976 in Sturgis, the son of Brenda (Bates) Tozer and Rick Jones.  He married Mila Johnson on September 20, 2001.  Jaramie graduated from Sturgis High School with the class of 1995, then attended West Shore Community…

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Recent deaths, posted July 23, 2020

July 23, 2020

Recent deaths, posted July 23, 2020 This post is a presentation of Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133. The following recent deaths have been reported to MCP: Betty Jane Miller, 83, of Pentwater, died on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at her home.  Funeral arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services, Scottville. Joy L. Kalchik,…

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Obituary: Julia Morell, 100, Scottville.

July 23, 2020

Obituary: Julia Morell, 100, Scottville. Julia Corinne Morell, 100, longtime resident of Scottville and Mason County, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2020, in Indiana. Julia was born on October 15, 1919 in Riverton Township, the daughter of James C. “Clem” and Bertha (Schwass) Martz, and graduated from Scottville High School. Julia moved to Illinios in 2013 to be near…

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Sunny with some clouds Friday.

July 23, 2020

Sunny with some clouds Friday. Smith & Eddy Insurance Weather. The weather is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, with offices in Scottville, Ludington, and Manistee: Partly cloudy skies tonight with a low temperature of 58 degrees. Winds light and variable. Friday, July 24, 2020 Sunshine along with some cloudy intervals. Clear at night. High 83; low 60 Precipitation:…

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2 injured following Custer crash; Aeromed dispatched.

July 22, 2020

2 injured following Custer crash; Aeromed dispatched. CUSTER — Two people were injured in a two vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon on US 10 in the village. The crash occurred about 3:30 p.m. in front of the Custer Village Hall/Fire Station and involved a Chevrolet Cruze, driven by a 26-year-old Scottville area woman, and a Ford E350 Super Duty van, driven…

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