79th District Court sentencings posted Nov. 8, 2017. #MasonCountyCrime. By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently sentenced in Mason County’s 79th District Court: -Paul Edmond Turner, 32, of 405 N. William St., Ludington, pleaded guilty November 6 to disorderly person – trespassing and was sentenced to six days in jail with credit for six days served;…
Village reduces police patrols during winter. #PentwaterPoliceDepartment By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. PENTWATER — In an effort to save money during the slower winter months, the Village of Pentwater is converting two full-time officers into part-time officers through mid-May. Pentwater Village Manager Christopher Brown said the staffing change is projected to save the village approximately $40,000 during the remainder of this…
Michigan farmers watching closely as tax reform continues to evolve. #AgricultureNews. Michigan farmers remain cautiously optimistic with the recent House Ways and Means Committee tax reform package, officially labeled the “The Tax Cuts & Job Act.” Calling it long-overdue, Michigan Farm Bureau (MFB) President Carl Bednarski, a Tuscola County row-crop farmer, says the organization is encouraged that Congress has taken “the first-steps”…
Veteran Eric Lund, recovering well after double arm replacement surgery. Hamlin Township resident Sgt. (ret) Eric Lund is currently recovering after receiving a double arm replacement surgery at John Hopkins University in Baltimore Tuesday. While serving in the Michigan Army National Guard in Afghanistan, Lund was injured on May 20, 2012, losing both of his arms above the elbow. He…
House approves Rep. VanderWall bills to help drivers, improve safety on Michigan roads Legislation helps clarify law and protect Michigan motorists LANSING — The Michigan House today approved legislation introduced by state Rep. Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) to help clarify state law and address safety concerns for Michigan drivers. The bill provides a 30-day grace period for displaying proof of registration…
Recent deaths, posted Nov 8, 2017. #MasonCountyDeaths The following recent death has been reported to MCP: Catherine “Cathy” Susan Seelhoff, 65, of Ludington, died Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017. Beads & Blooms Florist, 78 N. Jebavy Dr., Ludington, MI 49431; 231-425-4133 has sponsored this posting. Full list of 2017 deaths.
Car/deer crashes plague motorists. #MasonCounty The following is police activity in Mason County Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017: – 12:22 a.m., (Michigan State Police), a 24-year-old Ludington man was arrested for probation violation, 6000 block of Hermitage Avenue, Hamlin Township. – 3:33 a.m., (Mason County Sheriff’s Office), alarm activation, 2000 block of West US 10, Amber Township. – 6:31 a.m., (MCSO),…
Sword-carrying man who sneaked around jail pleads guilty. #MasonCountyCrime By Allison Scarbrough. Editor. LUDINGTON — A 22-year-old Flint man admitted in 51st Circuit Court Tuesday, Nov. 7, that he was carrying five swords when he was sneaking around the Mason County Jail the night of Sept. 15. See related story here. Ricky Todd Wilson was arrested after sheriff’s deputies viewing…
Scottville moving forward with charter revision process. SCOTTVILLE — The Scottville City Commission is moving forward with updating the city’s charter, which was adapted in the 1950s. During its regular meeting Monday, the commission appointed a charter commission to review recent revisions proposed by a special committee that was created by Mayor Bruce Krieger. In order to adopt a new…
Obituary: William Talsma, 97, Scottville. William Einer Talsma, 97, of Scottville, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born November 30, 1919 in Claim Union Township to Thys E. and Clara (Hansen) Talsma. Bill attended Riverton Schools and Ludington Schools. He enlisted in the U.S. Army, where he served his country as…
Scottville man injured in Oceana County crash in stable condition. MUSKEGON — MacKenzie Quillen, 24, of Scottville is currently in stable condition at Mercy Health in Muskegon, according to a family member. Quillen was injured during a vehicle crash Saturday night near the intersection of 120th Avenue and Jackson Road in Oceana County’s Crystal Township. Details of the crash are…
Off-duty deputy spots wanted suspects, pair arrested. #MasonCountyCrime PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — An off-duty Mason County sheriff’s deputy spotted two suspects at a local business Monday afternoon, Nov. 6, who were wanted on multiple warrants, which led to the arrest of a 31-year-old Ludington woman and a 23-year-old Ludington man, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The pair were…
Grant will help improve collaboration between local justice system and mental health. LUDINGTON — West Michigan Community Mental Health (CMH) and the Pentwater Police Department have been awarded a federal grant to improve collaboration between the criminal justice system and mental health services in Lake, Mason, and Oceana counties. In Lake, Mason, and Oceana counties individuals with mental illness and…
MCC, LASD will have half day Wednesday. Mason County Central Public Schools and Ludington Area School District will have a half day of school Wednesday, Nov. 8. Teachers will be participating in afternoon professional development activities. MCC: Students who ride buses will be arriving home 3 hours, 45 minutes earlier than on a regular day. Scottville Elementary will dismiss at 11:20 a.m. …
Attempted murder suspect arraigned; max. penalty is life. #MasonCountyCrime By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief and Allison Scarbrough, Editor. LUDINGTON — Marvin Lee Brault III, 27, of 2273 N. Tallman Lake Road, Sheridan Township, was arraigned in 79th District Court Monday on the charges of attempted homicide, home invasion first degree, and assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than…
College explores going smoke free. VICTORY TOWNSHIP — West Shore Community College is taking steps to join a national movement to address smoking and tobacco use at community college campuses throughout the United States. In partnership with the WSCC Student Senate, the college has applied for a grant to implement a tobacco-free college program on the campus. On Wednesday, Nov. 15, at…
Deputy captures fleeing suspect. #MasonCountyCrime PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — A 55-year-old Ludington man who allegedly fled into the woods was chased down by a Mason County sheriff’s deputy and was arrested following a 911 call reporting domestic violence in the 5600 block of West Johnson Road Saturday shortly after 5 p.m., said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. The suspect faces…
Man allegedly tries to murder ex-wife’s male friend by choking. #MasonCountyCrime SHERMAN TOWNSHIP — A 27-year-old Fountain man was arrested after the Mason County Sheriff’s Office received a complaint from the man’s ex-wife that he invaded her home and attempted to murder her male friend Sunday morning by choking him, according to Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. “The victim came…
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